Seasoned, business exit / sale strategy financial advisors in Iowa
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 might be preparing to sell your business or planning your exit timeline, and you need guidance to avoid leaving money on the table or facing unexpected tax consequences. A common mistake is underestimating the complexity of timing and structuring the sale to fit your personal financial goals.
- 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 consider capital gains, state taxes, and potential tax deferral strategies specific to business sales.
- Post-sale cash flow. Ensure they model your income needs after the sale to help maintain your lifestyle and investment goals.
- Experience with deal structures. Look for advisors who understand earnouts, stock sales, and asset sales, and can explain which fits your situation best.
Here are top matches to get you started. Review each profile to compare experience, credentials, and approach.
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Austin N
Series 63, Series 66
Oskaloosa, IA
Edward Jones
Austin Norris brings 21 years of experience and specializes in business exit and sale strategy, making him well-equipped to guide Iowa business owners through complex sale timing and tax considerations. Based in Oskaloosa with Edward Jones, a large full-service firm managing over $1 trillion in assets, he offers a program fee up to 1.35% annually and has personal business ownership experience, which may provide practical insights beyond typical advisory roles.
Experience: 21 years
Avg account: $246,728
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Jennifer E
Series 63, Series 66
Belle Plaine, IA
Level Four Advisory Services
Jennifer Eggleston brings 25 years of experience in business exit and sale strategy, with expertise in tax strategies for small businesses and retirement plans for business owners, making her well-equipped to guide Iowa clients through complex exit timing and tax impact planning. As an independent advisor at Level Four Advisory Services, she offers flat-fee financial planning and access to a large SEC-registered firm managing over $5 billion, providing a blend of personalized service and institutional resources.
Experience: 26 years
Avg account: $318,446
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Marty S
Series 63
Clarion, IA
Bradford Financial Center
Marty Schimp's 35 years of experience and expertise in business exit and sale strategy, combined with his knowledge of tax strategies for small businesses and retirement plans for business owners, make him well-equipped to guide business owners in Iowa through complex exit planning. His flat-fee and negotiated fee structures, along with his independent status and leadership at Bradford Financial Center managing over $230 million in assets, distinguish him from other seasoned advisors in the region.
Experience: 36 years
Avg account: $325,187
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Chet J
Series 63, Series 65
Clive, IA
Wells Fargo Advisors
Chet Johnson's 27 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 Iowa. Affiliated with Wells Fargo Advisors, a large firm offering comprehensive planning services, he also serves high-net-worth clients and brings additional expertise in cash flow management and founder/business owner needs, distinguishing him from other advisors in the region.
Experience: 28 years
Avg account: $514,335
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Brian S
CFP®, Series 63, Series 65
Bettendorf, IA
Balefire, LLC
Brian Smith's 25 years of experience and CFP® certification equip him to guide business owners in Iowa through complex exit and sale strategies, including tax impact planning and deal structure evaluation. His firm, Balefire, LLC, offers flat-fee financial planning and serves a diverse client base including high-net-worth individuals and business entities, using a team-based investment approach that may provide broader strategic insights compared to solo practitioners.
Experience: 26 years
Avg account: $597,527
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