Seasoned, business exit / sale strategy financial advisors in Hawaii
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.
You need a business exit advisor when you're preparing to sell or transition your company and want to maximize value while minimizing tax and operational risks. Without focused expertise, it's easy to overlook critical timing and deal structure details that can reduce your proceeds or complicate the sale.
- Exit timing insight. Ask how they evaluate market conditions and your business cycle to recommend the best moment to sell.
- Tax impact planning. Confirm they analyze how different sale structures affect your personal and business tax liabilities.
- Post-sale transition. Inquire about their approach to managing your role and financial needs after the sale closes.
- Experience with Hawaii markets. Local knowledge matters; see how they tailor strategies to Hawaii's unique business environment.
Here are top matches to get you started. Review each profile to compare experience, credentials, and approach.
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John K
CFP®, Series 63
Honolulu, HI
Diversify Advisory Services, LLC
John Kwee brings 38 years of experience and CFP® certification to business exit and sale strategy in Hawaii, offering expertise in retirement plans for business owners and private investments. His firm, Diversify Advisory Services, LLC, uses a tactical diversification approach and serves a diverse client base including corporations and small business owners. With flat project fees and family office services, he provides flexible fee options compared to other advisors in the region.
Experience: 39 years
Avg account: $837,592
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John Y
Series 63, Series 65
Honolulu, HI
Guardian Life
John Yu's 23 years of experience and focus on business exit and sale strategy make him well-suited to guide Hawaii business owners through complex transitions. Operating within Primerica Advisors, a large firm offering both brokerage and fee-based services, he provides flat-fee and subscription-based consulting options, which may appeal to self-employed founders seeking tailored financial planning with flexible fee structures.
Experience: 24 years
Avg account: $230,599
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Andrew L
Series 63, Series 65
Honolulu, HI
Edward Jones
Andrew Lang's 29 years of experience and focus on business exit and sale strategy make him well-equipped to guide clients through the complexities of selling a business in Hawaii. Operating from Edward Jones, a large full-service firm with extensive resources and a broad client base, he offers a comprehensive approach that includes retirement and estate planning, supported by a fee structure up to 1.35% annually, distinguishing him from advisors with narrower specialties or smaller firm affiliations.
Experience: 29 years
Avg account: $246,728
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Brian E
CFP®, Series 63, Series 65
Honolulu, HI
Island Wealth Management
Brian Enoka brings 30 years of experience and CFP® certification to business exit and sale strategy, with a focus on tax strategies for small businesses in Hawaii. As founder of Island Wealth Management, he offers flat-fee, project-based financial planning and independent advice, distinguishing him from others by combining deep local market knowledge with flexible fee structures and a broad service network through LPL Financial.
Experience: 31 years
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Richard B
Series 63, Series 65
Kihei, HI
Wells Fargo Advisors
Richard Bernstein's extensive 43 years of experience and focus on business exit and sale strategy make him well-equipped to assist with complex transitions in Hawaii's unique market. Affiliated with Wells Fargo Advisors, a large firm offering IPS-driven investment solutions and retirement plan consulting, he also serves high-net-worth clients and brings practical business insight as a founder and property manager, distinguishing him from other seasoned advisors in the region.
Experience: 43 years
Avg account: $514,335
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