Seasoned, business ownership considerations financial advisors in Florida
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.
If you own a business in Florida, you might be facing decisions about succession, tax planning, or how to balance business and personal finances. Without focused expertise, it's easy to overlook how Florida's unique tax environment and homestead protections affect your overall financial picture. Seasoned advisors bring decades of experience navigating these complexities.
- Succession planning insight. Ask how they help structure ownership transitions to protect your legacy and minimize tax impact.
- Tax environment awareness. Confirm they understand Florida's lack of state income tax but focus on federal taxes, property taxes, and sales taxes that affect your business.
- Asset protection strategies. Inquire about their approach to leveraging Florida's strong homestead protections alongside business assets.
- Integrated financial view. Look for advisors who consider your business and personal finances together, not as separate silos.
Here are top matches to get you started. Review each profile to compare experience, credentials, and approach.
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Kirk C
Series 66, Series 65
Tampa, FL
Merrill
Kirk Cunningham's 21 years of experience and focus on business ownership considerations make him well-equipped to address complex issues like succession planning and tax strategies for Florida business owners. Based in Tampa and affiliated with Merrill, a large firm, he offers a comprehensive approach that integrates wealth management, charitable giving, and estate planning, charging a 1.10% fee for managed strategies under $2 million, which may appeal to mid-career professionals and high earners.
Experience: 21 years
Avg account: $860,085
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Joseph W
CFP®, ChFC®, Series 63, Series 65
Boca Raton, FL
Coquina Private Wealth Advisors
Joseph Williams Jr. brings 55 years of experience advising business owners in Florida, with specialties in business ownership considerations, retirement planning, and estate guidance. As a CFP®-certified and independent advisor at Coquina Private Wealth Advisors, he serves high-net-worth clients with a 1.75% AUM fee, leveraging both fundamental and technical analysis to integrate business and personal financial strategies effectively.
Experience: 55 years
Avg account: $265,820
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Byron T
Series 63, Series 66
Apopka, FL
Edward Jones
Byron Tobias offers seasoned expertise in business ownership considerations, including business exit and sale strategies, supported by 24 years of industry experience and a focus on retirement income and estate planning. Operating within Edward Jones, a large full-service wealth management firm managing over $1 trillion in assets, he provides access to diverse advisory programs and serves a broad client base, differentiating him through extensive resources and a fiduciary standard.
Experience: 25 years
Avg account: $246,728
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Jonathan S
Series 63, Series 65
Palm Harbor, FL
Thrivent Investment Management
Jonathan Stricker's 31 years of experience and focus on business ownership considerations make him well-equipped to address complex issues like succession planning and tax strategies for Florida business owners. Operating from Palm Harbor with Thrivent Investment Management, a large firm offering holistic, goal-based financial planning and integrated managed-account programs, he provides a comprehensive approach that combines business and personal financial needs under a consolidated billing system.
Experience: 31 years
Avg account: $162,801
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George L
Series 66
Tampa, FL
Latitude Advisors, LLC
George Leach's 26 years of experience and expertise in business ownership considerations make him well-equipped to address the financial complexities faced by business owners in Florida. Operating from Tampa with Latitude Advisors, LLC, he offers flat-fee and negotiable retainer options, serving both individual and business clients with a blend of model-based and fundamental investment strategies, distinguishing him from advisors with narrower focuses or fee structures.
Experience: 26 years
Avg account: $324,426
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