CFP®-certified, business succession planning financial advisors in Long Beach, CA
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 and are thinking about stepping back or retiring, you need a business succession planning advisor to help you transfer ownership smoothly. Without expert guidance, you might overlook tax implications or fail to align the plan with your personal financial goals. CFP® certification means these advisors have formal training in financial planning, which can help you navigate complex decisions.
- Tax impact awareness. Ask how they address California's high income taxes and the effects of Proposition 13 on property taxes when planning your succession.
- Ownership transition strategies. Confirm they can explain different ways to transfer your business, such as selling, gifting, or passing it to family.
- Cash flow and valuation. Ensure they consider your business’s value and ongoing cash flow needs to keep operations stable during ownership changes.
- Retirement integration. Check how they coordinate your succession plan with your retirement income and estate planning goals.
Here are top matches to get you started. Review each profile to compare experience, credentials, and approach.
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Stephen B
CFP®, CFA®, Series 66
Anaheim, CA
Raymond James Financial
Stephen Blunt's CFP® certification and 18 years of experience equip him to handle business succession planning in the Long Beach area, with expertise in cash flow and budgeting to support ownership transitions. Operating from a large firm, Raymond James Financial, he offers flat-fee and hourly pricing, serving a diverse client base including business owners and retirees, which may provide broader perspectives compared to smaller firms.
Experience: 19 years
Avg account: $700,796
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Michael K
CFP®
Torrance, CA
Sequoia Financial Group, L.L.C.
Michael Kruse's CFP® certification and expertise in business succession planning and exit strategies equip him to address complex ownership transitions in Long Beach, CA. Operating within Sequoia Financial Group, a large firm serving high-net-worth clients, he offers flat-fee financial planning starting at $1,500, combining wealth planning and investment management tailored for founders and executives.
Experience: 1 year
Avg account: $2,697,996
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Mark L
CFP®, Series 63, Series 65
Newport Beach, CA
Purus Wealth Management, LLC
Mark Larsen's 38 years of experience and CFP® certification equip him to handle business succession planning with a focus on retirement plans for business owners and estate guidance. Based in nearby Newport Beach, he offers flat-fee and hourly options through Purus Wealth Management, which uses a diverse investment approach and serves a range of clients including trusts and pension plans, distinguishing him from others in Long Beach.
Experience: 39 years
Avg account: $706,474
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Patrick L
CFP®, Series 66
Long Beach, CA
Edward Jones
Patrick Lane's expertise in business succession planning and retirement plans for business owners suits those in Long Beach, CA, seeking to transition ownership smoothly. His 16 years of experience at Edward Jones, a large firm managing over $1 trillion in assets, combined with his own business ownership background, offers a practical perspective alongside a fee structure up to 1.35% annually.
Experience: 17 years
Avg account: $246,728
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David C
CFP®, CFA®, Series 66
Brea, CA
Oaktree Wealth Group Inc.
David Chong offers expertise in business succession planning with 18 years of experience and holds both CFP® and CFA® designations, ensuring a strong foundation in financial and investment principles. Operating from Brea, CA, his firm provides flat-fee financial planning options and focuses on integrating succession strategies with retirement and estate planning, distinguishing him from advisors who may not offer modular planning or pension consulting services.
Experience: 19 years
Avg account: $850,242
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