Seasoned, business exit / sale strategy financial advisors in Maryland
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.
You might be preparing to sell your business or planning your exit timeline, which requires careful coordination of tax, estate, and cash flow considerations. Without a seasoned advisor, you risk missing key steps that protect your wealth and ensure a smooth transition. Seasoned advisors bring deep experience navigating complex exit scenarios, helping you avoid costly pitfalls.
- Tax impact awareness. Confirm how they address Maryland's unique estate and inheritance taxes in your exit plan.
- Exit timing strategy. Ask how they balance market conditions, business valuation, and personal goals to set the right sale date.
- Post-sale cash flow. Ensure they model your income needs and investment options after the sale to maintain financial stability.
- Succession planning insight. Check if they help coordinate with legal and business professionals to secure your legacy and business continuity.
Here are top matches to get you started. Review each profile to compare experience, credentials, and approach.
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Kirk B
Series 63, Series 65
Mitchellville, MD
Eagle Strategies (NY Life)
Kirk Blackman offers seasoned expertise in business exit and sale strategy, backed by 27 years of experience and a focus on retirement plans for business owners. Based in Mitchellville, MD, he operates within Eagle Strategies, a large firm providing customizable fee structures including flat fees and hourly rates, which may suit clients seeking flexible payment options and comprehensive planning.
Experience: 28 years
Avg account: $235,446
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Victor S
ChFC®, Series 63, Series 65
Severna Park, MD
Founders Financial Securities LLC
Victor Simon's 34 years of experience and ChFC® designation equip him to handle complex business exit and sale strategies in Maryland, including tax and estate considerations. Operating independently with flat-fee options, he serves diverse clients and offers both discretionary portfolio management and financial planning, distinguishing him from others by combining seasoned expertise with flexible fee structures and a broad service offering.
Experience: 34 years
Avg account: $385,425
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Matthew B
Series 63, Series 66
Rockville, MD
Guardian Life
Matthew Burnell's 27 years of experience and expertise in business exit and sale strategy make him well-equipped to handle complex exit planning in Maryland. Operating within Guardian Life, a large firm offering flat-fee and subscription-based consulting, he serves a diverse client base including founders and executives, providing tailored financial planning and wealth management solutions.
Experience: 28 years
Avg account: $230,599
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Gary M
Series 63, Series 65
Severna Park, MD
Cetera
Gary Mott's 39 years of experience and expertise in business exit strategies, tax-loss harvesting, and retirement plans for business owners make him well-equipped to handle complex exit scenarios in Maryland. Operating from Cetera, a large SEC-registered firm with a multi-manager platform, he offers flat-fee and hourly consulting options, distinguishing him from advisors with different fee structures or smaller firm affiliations.
Experience: 39 years
Avg account: $306,089
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Andrew H
CFP®, Series 66
Hunt Valley, MD
Wells Fargo Advisors
Andrew Hahn's 23 years of experience and CFP® certification equip him to handle complex business exit and sale strategies in Maryland, including tax and succession planning. Based in Hunt Valley, MD, he works with Wells Fargo Advisors, a large firm offering extensive planning tools and services for high-net-worth clients, differentiating him through access to broad resources and a focus on business-owner transitions.
Experience: 23 years
Avg account: $514,335
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