Top business exit / sale strategy financial advisors in Michigan
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 is a major life event that often involves complex tax, legal, and financial decisions. Without expert guidance, you might miss opportunities to maximize your sale proceeds or face unexpected tax consequences.
- Exit timing strategy. Ask how they help determine the best time to sell based on market conditions and your personal goals.
- Tax impact planning. Confirm they analyze potential capital gains and other taxes to minimize your overall tax burden.
- Post-sale wealth management. Look for advisors who plan for how to invest and protect your proceeds after the sale.
- Coordination with professionals. Ensure they work closely with your attorney and accountant to align all aspects of the sale process.
Here are top matches to get you started. Review each profile to compare experience, credentials, and approach.
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Mark P
Series 66
Brighton, MI
Edward Jones
Mark Pagels specializes in business exit and sale strategy, leveraging seven years of experience and a Series 66 designation to assist Michigan business owners in planning their exit effectively. Operating within Edward Jones, a large firm managing over $1 trillion in assets, he offers a comprehensive approach including retirement income strategy and values-based investing, supported by a fee structure of up to 1.35% annually, distinguishing him from advisors at smaller firms.
Experience: 8 years
Avg account: $246,728
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Erin W
Series 65, Series 66
Southgate, MI
Merit Financial Advisors
Erin Wozniak specializes in business exit and sale strategy, offering expertise in retirement plans for business owners and options strategies, which supports complex exit planning needs in Michigan. She operates independently with a flat-fee structure and is part of Merit Financial Advisors, a firm managing $10.6 billion with a long-term, diversified investment approach, providing tailored portfolios and coordinated professional oversight.
Experience: 14 years
Avg account: $897,421
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Robert G
CFP®, Series 63, Series 66
Lansing, MI
Founders Financial Securities LLC
Robert Gentner's 16 years of experience and CFP® certification equip him to guide business owners in Michigan through complex exit and sale strategies, including tax impact planning and post-sale wealth management. His firm, Founders Financial Securities LLC, serves diverse clients with services like portfolio management and retirement consulting, offering flat-fee financial planning and independent advice, which may appeal to those seeking transparent fees and comprehensive support beyond just the sale process.
Experience: 17 years
Avg account: $385,425
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Conrad L
Series 63, Series 66
Canton, MI
Wells Fargo Advisors
Conrad Landis specializes in business exit and sale strategy, making him capable of guiding clients through complex decisions involved in selling a business. Based in Canton, MI, he works with Wells Fargo Advisors, a large firm serving high-net-worth clients, and brings experience from diverse financial roles and military service, offering a broad range of planning services including retirement and education alongside exit strategies.
Experience: 3 years
Avg account: $514,335
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Maddalena P
Series 66
Troy, MI
Sequoia Financial Group, L.L.C.
Maddalena Parks specializes in business exit and sale strategy, leveraging 15 years of experience and a Series 66 designation to guide clients through complex sale processes in Michigan. Affiliated with Sequoia Financial Group, a large firm serving high-net-worth clients, she offers flat-fee financial planning starting at $1,500 and integrates wealth planning with investment management, distinguishing her from advisors with narrower service scopes or different fee structures.
Experience: 16 years
Avg account: $2,697,996
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