Large-firm, business exit / sale strategy financial advisors in DeLand, FL
The right financial advisor for you depends on how you weigh location, expertise, experience, the clients they typically serve, and how they work with you.
Selling your business is a major financial event that often triggers complex tax and cash flow challenges. Without a clear exit strategy, you might face unexpected tax bills or miss opportunities to maximize your sale proceeds. Large-firm advisors bring resources and experience that can help navigate these complexities.
- Exit timing insights. Ask how they evaluate market conditions and your business readiness to recommend the best time to sell.
- Tax impact planning. Confirm they address federal taxes and consider Florida’s unique tax environment, including property and sales taxes.
- Post-sale cash flow. Ensure they help plan for income and expenses after the sale, not just the transaction itself.
- Team coordination. Large firms often have specialists; ask how they integrate legal, tax, and financial advice for your exit.
Here are top matches to get you started. Review each profile to compare experience, credentials, and approach.
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Justin B
Series 63, Series 65
Port Orange, FL
Kestra Advisory
Justin Bundza's 26 years of experience and expertise in business exit strategies and retirement plans for business owners make him well-equipped to handle complex sale and exit planning in the DeLand area. Affiliated with Kestra Advisory, a large firm managing nearly $80 billion in assets, he offers flat-fee and hourly financial planning options, serving both institutional and individual clients, which distinguishes him from advisors with smaller firm resources or different fee structures.
Experience: 26 years
Avg account: $618,892
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John R
Series 63, Series 66
Daytona Beach, FL
Focus Partners Wealth, LLC
John Rodgers specializes in business exit and sale strategies, supported by 27 years of experience and a large-firm environment at Focus Partners Wealth, LLC, which offers integrated legal, tax, and financial advice. His firm serves high-net-worth clients with a long-term, tax- and fee-sensitive investment approach, differentiating him through a broad suite of services including private investments and retirement plans for business owners.
Experience: 27 years
Avg account: $2,557,933
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John A
Series 63, Series 66
Lake Mary, FL
Wells Fargo Advisors
John Ajwani's extensive 32 years in financial services and expertise in business exit strategies position him well to assist with complex sale planning in the DeLand area. Affiliated with Wells Fargo Advisors, a large firm known for IPS-driven investment approaches and retirement plan consulting, he also serves high-net-worth clients and brings experience as a founder, offering a broad perspective on post-sale cash flow and tax considerations.
Experience: 32 years
Avg account: $514,335
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Myles T
ChFC®, Series 63, Series 66
Lake Mary, FL
Guardian Life
Myles Thurston III's 36 years of experience and ChFC® designation equip him to handle complex business exit and sale strategies, especially for self-employed founders. Affiliated with a large firm offering flat-fee and subscription-based consulting, he provides integrated financial planning and tax-loss harvesting, distinguishing him from others by combining seasoned expertise with flexible fee structures and a focus on business owners.
Experience: 37 years
Avg account: $230,599
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David R
CFP®, Series 66
Lake Mary, FL
Edward Jones
David Rivas specializes in business exit and sale strategies, leveraging 14 years of experience and CFP® certification to address complex tax and cash flow challenges in business sales. Operating from Edward Jones, a large firm with over $1 trillion in assets and a broad advisory network, he offers a comprehensive approach including retirement income and succession planning, with fees up to 1.35% annually, distinguishing him from smaller local advisors.
Experience: 15 years
Avg account: $246,728
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