Flat-fee, 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.
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 focusing solely on the transaction without planning for taxes, retirement, and reinvestment options that follow.
- Exit timing strategy. Ask how they evaluate market conditions and your business cycle to recommend the best time to sell.
- Tax implications. Confirm they explain how different sale structures affect your tax bill and long-term wealth.
- Retirement integration. Look for advisors who consider how the sale proceeds fit into your overall retirement plan, especially with Michigan's pension considerations.
- Flat-fee clarity. Since these advisors charge a flat fee, understand exactly what services are included to avoid surprises.
Here are top matches to get you started. Review each profile to compare experience, credentials, and approach.
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Steven G
CFP®, Series 63
Novi, MI
Fortis Capital Advisors, LLC
Steven Gordon offers flat-fee financial planning with expertise in business exit and sale strategies, including tax strategies for small businesses, making him well-suited for Michigan business owners preparing to sell. His firm, Fortis Capital Advisors, serves diverse clients with various investment approaches such as ESG and active management, providing a broad perspective compared to advisors focused solely on exit timing or retirement integration.
Experience: 0 years
Avg account: $711,457
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Nora E
Series 66
Highland, MI
Raymond James Financial
Nora Erickson specializes in business exit and sale strategies with 13 years of experience at Raymond James Financial in Highland, MI, offering flat-fee planning services. Her expertise extends to retirement income strategy and estate planning, supported by a large firm that serves diverse clients including pension plans and corporations, providing access to institutional consulting and wrap fee programs.
Experience: 13 years
Avg account: $700,796
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Robert G
CFP®, Series 63, Series 66
Lansing, MI
Founders Financial Securities LLC
Robert Gentner's 17 years of experience and CFP® certification equip him to guide Michigan business owners through exit and sale strategies with a clear flat-fee structure for financial planning. His firm, Founders Financial Securities LLC, manages $4.1 billion and offers specialized services like 1031 exchange consulting, providing a broad advisory platform that supports diverse client needs beyond just the sale transaction.
Experience: 17 years
Avg account: $385,425
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Alexander B
Series 63, Series 66
Jackson, MI
Cetera
Alexander Butterfield offers expertise in business exit and sale strategy with 38 years of experience, including retirement plans for business owners and tax-loss harvesting. Operating from Jackson, MI, he provides flat-fee financial planning through Cetera, a large SEC-registered firm with a multi-manager platform, distinguishing him with access to diverse portfolio management options compared to other advisors.
Experience: 39 years
Avg account: $306,089
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Maddalena P
Series 66
Troy, MI
Sequoia Financial Group, L.L.C.
Maddalena Parks specializes in business exit and sale strategies with 16 years of experience, offering flat-fee wealth planning services in Troy, Michigan. Affiliated with Sequoia Financial Group, a large firm serving high-net-worth clients, she combines in-house models and third-party manager selection, providing comprehensive retirement and investment planning beyond just the sale transaction.
Experience: 16 years
Avg account: $2,697,996
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