Flat-fee, business exit / sale strategy financial advisors in Minnetonka, MN
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 financial event that requires careful timing and tax planning to maximize your proceeds and secure your future. Without a focused approach, you might overlook key tax implications or miss opportunities to structure the sale in a way that benefits your long-term goals. Flat-fee advisors charge a set price, so you know your costs upfront without surprises.
- Exit timing strategy. Ask how they evaluate market conditions and your business readiness to recommend the best time to sell.
- Tax impact analysis. Confirm they model capital gains, state taxes, and potential deductions specific to Minnesota’s tax environment.
- Post-sale planning. Look for guidance on managing proceeds, including investment options and income planning to handle higher tax brackets.
- Business valuation insight. Ensure they understand how to assess your company’s worth beyond simple revenue multiples, considering intangible assets and market trends.
Here are top matches to get you started. Review each profile to compare experience, credentials, and approach.
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Frank M
Series 63, Series 65
Minnetonka, MN
Kestra Advisory
Frank Macgowan offers expertise in business exit and sale strategy with 33 years of experience, operating in Minnetonka, MN, and providing flat-fee financial planning through Kestra Advisory. His background includes retirement plans for business owners and wealth management, supported by a large firm that delivers comprehensive plan-level services and fiduciary consulting, distinguishing him from advisors with narrower focuses or smaller practices.
Experience: 33 years
Avg account: $618,892
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Tyler A
Edina, MN
Abens Financial Services Inc
Tyler Abens specializes in business exit and sale strategies with 12 years of experience, offering flat-fee pricing typically ranging from $5,000 to $100,000 based on complexity. Located near Minnetonka in Edina, MN, his firm manages $105 million in assets and employs diverse investment strategies including private equity, which may provide nuanced post-sale planning compared to other advisors.
Experience: 12 years
Avg account: $1,247,810
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Isabella A
Series 66
Wayzata, MN
Ausdal Financial Partners, Inc.
Isabella Armour specializes in business exit and sale strategy with a flat-fee structure, offering financial planning services negotiated case-by-case with a maximum prepaid amount of $1,200. Based in nearby Wayzata, MN, she brings a unique perspective from her experience running her own business and teaching, supported by Ausdal Financial Partners' $2.13 billion in assets and a broad client base including trusts and corporations.
Experience: 1 year
Avg account: $220,873
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Kristin L
Series 66
Minnetonka, MN
Sanctuary Advisors, LLC
Kristin Larson specializes in business exit and sale strategies with 12 years of experience, offering flat-fee financial planning services in Minnetonka, MN. Working at Sanctuary Advisors, a large firm serving diverse clients including corporations and trusts, she leverages a network of sub-advisors and third-party platforms to customize investment programs, distinguishing her from advisors with smaller firm resources or different fee structures.
Experience: 12 years
Avg account: $1,618,113
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Brendan R
CFP®
Minnetonka, MN
Money Matters
Brendan Roath specializes in business exit and sale strategies with a flat-fee option, making him suitable for Minnetonka business owners planning their sale. His firm, Money Matters, serves high-net-worth clients and integrates investment and tax planning with a non-discretionary approach, supported by an in-house tax practice, distinguishing him from advisors with less comprehensive tax resources.
Experience: 8 years
Avg account: $983,520
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