Flat-fee, business exit / sale strategy financial advisors in Knoxville, TN
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 sell your business, you need an advisor who understands the full financial impact beyond just the sale price. A common mistake is focusing solely on the transaction without planning for the tax consequences and how to reinvest or distribute the proceeds.
Flat-fee advisors charge a set price, so you know your costs upfront without surprises.
- Tax impact insight. Confirm how they plan for federal taxes since Tennessee has no state income tax but does have high sales and property taxes.
- Post-sale strategy. Ask how they help you manage and allocate sale proceeds to meet your long-term financial goals.
- Exit timing. Discuss how they evaluate market conditions and business readiness to recommend the best time to sell.
- Coordination with professionals. Check if they work closely with your CPA and attorney to align all aspects of the sale and financial planning.
Here are top matches to get you started. Review each profile to compare experience, credentials, and approach.
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Joseph O
CFP®, Series 65
Knoxville, TN
Savant Wealth Management
Joseph Ottaviano specializes in business exit and sale strategies with a flat-fee option, making him suitable for Knoxville business owners planning their sale. His firm, Savant Wealth Management, offers a structured, evidence-based investment approach with tax-aware strategies, serving a diverse client base including executives and founders, which differentiates him from others by combining comprehensive wealth management with project-based flat fees.
Experience: 10 years
Avg account: $2,108,203
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Jonathan S
Series 66
Knoxville, TN
Guardian Life
Jonathan Spahn specializes in business exit and sale strategy with flat-fee options, making him suitable for Knoxville business owners planning their exit. His experience includes tax-loss harvesting and serving self-employed clients, supported by a large firm offering diverse investment strategies and flexible fee structures ranging from flat fees to subscription-based consulting.
Experience: 1 year
Avg account: $230,599
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Brittani D
Series 66
Knoxville, TN
Wealth Enhancement Advisory Services, LLC
Brittani Dilliard specializes in business exit and sale strategies in Knoxville, TN, with six years of experience and a Series 66 designation. She works at Wealth Enhancement Advisory Services, a large SEC-registered firm offering flat fees from $250 to $50,000 and combining passive and active investment management, which may provide comprehensive support beyond just the sale transaction.
Experience: 7 years
Avg account: $1,378,035
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John B
CFP®, Series 63, Series 65
Knoxville, TN
Merit Financial Advisors
John Baxley specializes in business exit and sale strategies with 26 years of experience, offering flat-fee financial planning up to $100,000 at Merit Financial Advisors in Knoxville, TN. His firm manages $10.6 billion with 144 advisors, providing a long-term, diversified investment approach and serving a broad client base including businesses and retirement plans, which may offer more comprehensive support compared to smaller firms.
Experience: 26 years
Avg account: $897,421
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Ryan K
CFP®, Series 66
Knoxville, TN
Cyndeo Wealth Partners
Ryan Kemp's expertise in business exit and sale strategy, combined with his flat-fee financial planning options, suits Knoxville business owners preparing for a sale. His 10 years of experience, CFP® certification, and role at Cyndeo Wealth Partners, which manages $2.58 billion with customized investment strategies, distinguish him by integrating tax impact insight and post-sale planning for high-net-worth clients.
Experience: 11 years
Avg account: $2,542,237
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