Flat-fee, business succession planning financial advisors in Kansas City, MO
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're preparing to transfer your business to new ownership or planning your exit strategy, you need an advisor who understands the complexities of business succession. A common mistake is underestimating the tax and legal implications, which can jeopardize your financial goals. Flat-fee advisors charge a set price, so you know your costs upfront without surprises.
- Valuation approach. Ask how they determine your business's worth and whether they consider market conditions and future earnings.
- Tax impact planning. Confirm they analyze how the succession affects your personal and business tax liabilities.
- Transition timeline. Understand their strategy for timing the transfer to align with your retirement or reinvestment plans.
- Stakeholder coordination. Check how they manage communication and agreements among partners, family, or buyers to avoid conflicts.
Here are top matches to get you started. Review each profile to compare experience, credentials, and approach.
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Anna L
Series 66
Kansas City, MO
Raymond James & Associates
Anna Licata's expertise in business succession planning and flat-fee services suits those preparing to transfer business ownership in Kansas City, MO. With 10 years of experience at Raymond James Financial, a large firm offering diverse client services including retirement plans and institutional consulting, she provides structured planning with transparent fees, differentiating her from advisors at smaller firms or with variable fee models.
Experience: 10 years
Avg account: $788,879
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James K
CFP®, Series 63, Series 65
Praire Village, KS
Pioneer Financial Advisors
James Kinyon specializes in business succession planning with over three decades of experience, offering flat-fee financial planning ranging from $500 to $3,000. Based in Prairie Village, KS, he serves affluent clients including retirees and business owners, providing written plans and personalized portfolio management with a focus on non-discretionary accounts and regular reviews, distinguishing him from others by combining seasoned expertise with transparent fees.
Experience: 33 years
Avg account: $487,559
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William J
Series 66
Shawnee, KS
Comprehensive Wealth Planning, LLC
William Jenkins specializes in business succession planning with a flat-fee structure, charging a $1,000 flat fee for accounts under $100,000, making costs predictable. His dual expertise as a licensed attorney and financial advisor in Shawnee, KS, allows him to integrate legal and financial strategies, distinguishing him from others who may lack this combined approach.
Experience: 11 years
Avg account: $216,885
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Steven D
Series 66
Leawood, KS
Hornor, Townsend & Kent, LLC
Steven Dolan offers flat-fee business succession planning in the Kansas City area, leveraging his Series 66 designation and two years of financial experience alongside 18 years at John Deere. His firm, Hornor, Townsend & Kent, LLC, supports diverse clients including businesses and trusts, focusing on client-directed asset management and non-discretionary oversight, which may appeal to those seeking structured, transparent planning within a large firm environment.
Experience: 3 years
Avg account: $294,061
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Stephen H
Series 63, Series 65
Overland Park, KS
Wealth Partners Corporation
Stephen Hoover offers flat-fee consulting for business succession planning, leveraging 25 years of experience and Series 63 and 65 licenses. Based in Overland Park, KS, he works through Wealth Partners Corporation, which emphasizes non-discretionary asset management and access to wrap-fee sub-advisory programs, providing a blend of consulting and investment referral services that may suit clients seeking structured succession strategies.
Experience: 25 years
Avg account: $119,532
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