Independent, business exit / sale strategy financial advisors in Melbourne, FL
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 the full financial impact beyond just the sale price. A common mistake is overlooking how the timing and structure of the sale affect your tax obligations and future wealth.
- Federal tax focus. Since Florida has no state income tax, ask how they plan around federal taxes, property taxes, and sales taxes that will affect your net proceeds.
- Exit timing strategy. Confirm how they evaluate the best time to sell, considering market conditions and your personal financial goals.
- Post-sale wealth planning. Look for guidance on managing the influx of capital to protect and grow your wealth after the sale.
- Independent advice. Being independent means they can offer recommendations without firm product constraints, focusing on what fits your unique situation.
Here are top matches to get you started. Review each profile to compare experience, credentials, and approach.
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Curtis J
Series 63, Series 65, Series 66
Merritt Island, FL
Calton & Associates, Inc.
Curtis Jones specializes in business exit and sale strategies, leveraging 32 years of experience and expertise in retirement plans for business owners, which suits those planning a business sale in the Melbourne, FL area. His firm, Calton & Associates, offers flexible fee structures including flat fees and negotiable AUM rates, and serves a diverse client base with tailored portfolio management and financial planning services, distinguishing him from other advisors nearby.
Experience: 32 years
Avg account: $286,773
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Edwin R
CFP®, Series 66
Melbourne, FL
Mission Wealth Management, LP
Edwin Retter specializes in business exit and sale strategies, offering independent advice tailored to high-net-worth clients in Melbourne, FL. With 20 years of experience and a CFP® certification, he provides flat-fee options and integrates ESG investing and private alternatives, distinguishing his approach through a comprehensive, long-term wealth management strategy.
Experience: 21 years
Avg account: $3,159,829
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Derek N
CFP®, ChFC®, Series 63
Melbourne Beach, FL
Intrepid Wealth Partners, LLC
Derek Notman specializes in business exit and sale strategies, leveraging 19 years of experience and CFP® and ChFC® credentials to guide clients in Melbourne Beach, FL. His firm, Intrepid Wealth Partners, offers a flat-fee structure with personalized, goal-based planning and discretionary portfolio management, distinguishing him through a comprehensive approach that integrates tax considerations, timing strategies, and post-sale wealth management.
Experience: 20 years
Avg account: $322,862
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