CFP®-certified, business exit / sale strategy financial advisors in Massachusetts
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.
Selling your business in Massachusetts means navigating complex tax rules, including the state's "Millionaire's tax," which adds extra surtax on high incomes. Without a focused approach, you might overlook these taxes or mismanage the timing of your sale, costing you more than necessary. CFP® certification means these advisors have formal training in financial planning, which can help you understand the broader impact of your sale.
- Tax impact awareness. Confirm how they plan for Massachusetts-specific taxes like the surtax on high incomes and how it affects your net proceeds.
- Sale timing strategy. Ask how they help decide the best time to sell to minimize tax burdens and maximize after-tax value.
- Post-sale planning. Look for guidance on managing proceeds, including investment choices and cash flow after your business exit.
- Coordination with professionals. Ensure they work closely with your CPA and attorney to align tax, legal, and financial strategies around your sale.
Here are top matches to get you started. Review each profile to compare experience, credentials, and approach.
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Margaret W
CFP®, Series 65
Boston, MA
Focus Partners Wealth, LLC
Margaret Watson's CFP® certification and expertise in business exit and sale strategy equip her to navigate Massachusetts' complex tax landscape, including the state's surtax on high incomes. At Focus Partners Wealth, LLC, she offers a long-term, tax- and fee-sensitive investment approach and serves high-net-worth clients with flat-fee options, distinguishing her from others by combining active and passive strategies within a large firm setting.
Experience: 5 years
Avg account: $2,557,933
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Robert B
CFP®, Series 63
Boston, MA
CliftonLarsonAllen Wealth Advisors, LLC
Robert Bosco's 17 years of experience and CFP® certification equip him to navigate Massachusetts-specific tax challenges like the Millionaire's tax during business exit planning. His firm, CliftonLarsonAllen Wealth Advisors, offers integrated wealth, tax, estate, and insurance services, emphasizing strategic asset allocation and collaboration with other professionals, which can provide a comprehensive approach compared to advisors with narrower focuses or less integrated services.
Experience: 18 years
Avg account: $1,730,668
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Brian D
CFP®, Series 66
Burlington, MA
Wealth Enhancement Advisory Services, LLC
Brian Dudley is well-equipped to assist with business exit and sale strategies in Massachusetts, leveraging his 19 years of experience and CFP® certification to navigate complex tax implications like the state's Millionaire's tax. His firm, Wealth Enhancement Advisory Services, LLC, employs a strategic investment process blending passive and active management, and offers flexible fee structures including flat fees and hourly rates, which may suit a range of client needs compared to other advisors in the area.
Experience: 20 years
Avg account: $1,378,035
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Christopher H
CFP®, Series 63, Series 65
Boston, MA
Rockefeller Financial LLC
Christopher Helms is equipped to assist with business exit and sale strategies in Massachusetts, leveraging his CFP® certification and 14 years of experience to navigate complex tax implications like the state's Millionaire's tax. Operating from Rockefeller Financial LLC, a large firm serving ultra-high-net-worth clients, he offers flat-fee planning options and specializes in wealth management, retirement plans for business owners, and philanthropic strategies, distinguishing him from advisors with narrower focuses.
Experience: 14 years
Avg account: $1,718,381
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Jack F
CFP®
Lexington, MA
Hightower Advisors
Jack Freedman is equipped to assist with business exit and sale strategies in Massachusetts, leveraging his CFP® certification and expertise in tax-loss harvesting and retirement plans for business owners. Operating within Hightower Advisors, a large firm serving high-net-worth clients, he offers flat-fee and hourly financial planning services, combining strategic and tactical asset allocation to manage post-sale investments effectively.
Experience: 2 years
Avg account: $2,848,795
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