Independent, business succession planning financial advisors in Maine
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 transfer your business ownership, whether to family or a partner, you need an advisor who understands the complexities beyond just the sale price. A common mistake is overlooking tax implications and the impact on your personal financial goals.
- Ownership transition options. Ask how they evaluate different transfer methods like gifting, selling, or merging, and their effects on your business and personal finances.
- Tax strategy integration. Confirm they consider both business and personal tax consequences to help minimize your overall tax burden.
- Legacy and family dynamics. Inquire how they address family relationships and succession timing to avoid conflicts and ensure smooth transitions.
- Independent perspective. Being independent means these advisors can offer advice without firm product constraints, focusing on what fits your unique situation best.
Here are top matches to get you started. Review each profile to compare experience, credentials, and approach.
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Dylan M
CFP®, Series 65
Minneapolis, MN
CliftonLarsonAllen Wealth Advisors, LLC
Dylan Mc Garthwaite specializes in business succession planning with a focus on integrating tax strategies and legacy considerations, making him well-suited for owners preparing to transfer their businesses in Maine. His independent, CFP®-certified approach at CliftonLarsonAllen Wealth Advisors, LLC includes flat-fee services and coordination with tax and estate professionals, offering a comprehensive planning experience distinct from advisors with less integrated firm resources or different fee structures.
Experience: 4 years
Avg account: $1,730,668
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Chelsie C
Series 65
Hampden, ME
Advisory Services Network
Chelsie Crane specializes in business succession planning in Maine, offering expertise in wealth management, private investments, and equity compensation tax strategy, which are crucial for navigating complex ownership transitions. As an independent advisor with a flat-fee structure and four years of experience, she provides personalized financial planning and consulting services, distinguishing her from others by combining professional advising with entrepreneurial insight from her own business ventures.
Experience: 5 years
Avg account: $826,033
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Matthew A
Series 63, Series 65
Falmouth, ME
ValMark Advisers, Inc.
Matthew Arey specializes in business succession planning in Maine, offering expertise in ownership transition options and tax strategy integration to address complex transfer scenarios. His independent, flat-fee approach at ValMark Advisers, combined with 11 years of experience and credentials like Series 63 and 65, distinguishes him by providing flexible fee structures and a broad investment management platform suited for diverse client needs.
Experience: 12 years
Avg account: $554,438
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Jon Wesley D
CFA®, Series 65, Series 66
New Gloucester, ME
Cornerstone Wealth Planning
Jon Wesley Davis specializes in business succession planning in Maine, offering expertise in ownership transition options and tax strategy integration to address complex transfer scenarios. As an independent advisor with 15 years of experience and CFA® credentials, he provides flat-fee financial plans and serves both high-net-worth and non-HNW clients, distinguishing himself through a team-based approach that combines multiple analytical methods for long-term portfolio management.
Experience: 16 years
Avg account: $535,729
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John D
Series 63, Series 66
Yarmouth, ME
Intent Advice, Inc.
John Duffy specializes in business succession planning with 27 years of experience, offering independent advice from his firm in Yarmouth, ME. His flat-fee and hourly pricing, combined with a focus on high-net-worth individuals and small businesses, differentiates him by providing tailored, ongoing financial plans without asset-based fees, suitable for clients seeking personalized, flexible consulting services.
Experience: 27 years
Avg account: $0
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