Flat-fee, business exit / sale strategy financial advisors in Los Angeles, 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're preparing to sell your business, you need an advisor who understands how to maximize your exit value while managing tax implications. A common mistake is focusing only on the sale price without planning for the tax impact and your financial goals after the sale. Flat-fee advisors charge a set price, so you know your costs upfront without surprises.
- Tax impact awareness. Confirm how they plan to minimize taxes on your sale proceeds, including state income and capital gains taxes.
- Post-sale cash flow planning. Ask how they help you structure your finances to maintain income and manage expenses after the business sale.
- Property tax considerations. In California, Proposition 13 limits property tax increases; check if they factor this into your long-term financial plan.
- Exit timing strategy. Discuss how they evaluate market conditions and business readiness to recommend the best time to sell.
Here are top matches to get you started. Review each profile to compare experience, credentials, and approach.
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Melanie J
Series 65
Los Angeles, CA
MAI Capital Management, LLC
Melanie Jones specializes in business exit and sale strategies with a flat-fee structure, making her well-suited for clients in Los Angeles preparing to sell their businesses. Her firm, MAI Capital Management, LLC, manages $72.3 billion in assets and offers integrated wealth management and tax services, providing a comprehensive approach compared to smaller firms or hourly-fee advisors.
Experience: 10 years
Avg account: $2,176,834
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Bryan M
CFP®, Series 66
Los Angeles, CA
Seneca Private Wealth, LLC
Bryan Molinar specializes in business exit and sale strategies with a flat-fee structure, making him well-suited for clients in Los Angeles preparing to sell their businesses. His firm manages over $629 million in assets and employs a tax-efficient, risk-adjusted investment approach, serving high-net-worth individuals and business owners, which differentiates him from advisors with less focus on concentrated stock management and equity compensation tax strategy.
Experience: 10 years
Avg account: $807,109
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Gerald D
Series 63, Series 65
Los Angeles, CA
Cetera
Gerald Deutsch specializes in business exit and sale strategies with 24 years of experience, offering flat-fee financial planning through Cetera in Los Angeles. His background in accounting and tax preparation complements his advisory role, providing a strong focus on tax impact and retirement plans for business owners, distinguishing him from advisors without such integrated expertise.
Experience: 24 years
Avg account: $306,089
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Jeremy W
Series 63, Series 65
Culver City, CA
Raymond James Financial
Jeremy Wiss offers expertise in business exit and sale strategy with 14 years of experience, operating from Culver City, CA, under Raymond James Financial, a large firm known for serving diverse clients including high-net-worth individuals. His flat-fee planning services provide cost transparency, and his background includes retirement income and estate planning, which complements exit strategy needs effectively.
Experience: 14 years
Avg account: $700,796
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Kirk A
Series 66
Culver City, CA
Apollon Wealth Management, LLC
Kirk Aguer specializes in business exit and sale strategies with a flat-fee structure, making him suitable for clients in Los Angeles preparing to sell their businesses. With 22 years of experience and expertise in tax-loss harvesting and liquidity event planning, he offers a mix of fundamental, tactical, and tax-aware investment approaches through Apollon Wealth Management, which serves a diverse client base including high-net-worth individuals and businesses.
Experience: 23 years
Avg account: $1,342,146
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