Seasoned, business succession planning financial advisors in Minnesota
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 hand over your business to the next generation or a new owner, you need an advisor who understands the complex timing and tax implications involved. A common mistake is treating succession as a simple sale, overlooking how it affects your retirement and estate plans. Seasoned advisors bring decades of experience, helping you navigate these challenges with a steady hand.
- Tax impact insight. Ask how they manage capital gains, gift taxes, and potential tax deferral strategies during succession.
- Family dynamics navigation. Confirm their approach to balancing business interests with family relationships and potential conflicts.
- Exit strategy options. Explore how they evaluate different succession paths, like selling, gifting, or employee buyouts, tailored to your goals.
- Retirement integration. Check how they align your business transition with your personal retirement timeline and income needs.
Here are top matches to get you started. Review each profile to compare experience, credentials, and approach.
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Robert B
CFP®, ChFC®, Series 63, Series 66
New Brighton, MN
Valtinson Bruner Financial Planning
Robert Bruner's 26 years of experience and specialties in business succession planning and exit strategies make him well-equipped to assist Minnesota business owners preparing for ownership transition. His firm offers discretionary asset management and employs a blend of fundamental and quantitative analysis, differentiating him with a comprehensive investment approach and a diverse client base including trusts and charitable organizations.
Experience: 27 years
Avg account: $357,985
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Craig P
CFA®, Series 63
Willmar, MN
Raymond James Financial
Craig Popp's 24 years of experience and expertise in business succession planning make him well-equipped to handle the complexities of transitioning a business in Minnesota. Operating within Raymond James Financial, a large firm offering flat-fee and hourly fee structures, he serves a diverse clientele including founders and retired business owners, providing tailored financial planning and investment consulting with a focus on detailed client profiling.
Experience: 24 years
Avg account: $700,796
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Paul C
CFP®, Series 63, Series 65
Eagan, MN
Edward Jones
Paul Cochran's 31 years of experience and CFP® certification equip him to handle the complexities of business succession planning, including tax implications and retirement integration. Based in Eagan, MN, he works with Edward Jones, a large firm managing over $1 trillion in assets, offering a comprehensive wealth management approach with a program fee up to 1.35% annually, which may differ from smaller or boutique advisors in the region.
Experience: 31 years
Avg account: $246,728
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Michael M
Series 66
St. Paul, MN
ValMark Advisers, Inc.
Michael Michlitsch's 22 years of experience and expertise in business succession planning make him well-equipped to handle the complexities of transferring business ownership in Minnesota. Operating from ValMark Advisers, Inc., he offers flat-fee and AUM-based pricing, focusing on diversified, goal-based portfolios, and serves a broad client base including individuals and institutions, which may provide a wider perspective compared to advisors with narrower client types or fee structures.
Experience: 22 years
Avg account: $554,438
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Troy W
CFP®, Series 63, Series 65
Minneapolis, MN
Strong Tower Advisory Services
Troy Winegarner's 26 years of experience and CFP® certification equip him to handle complex business succession planning in Minnesota, especially for high-net-worth clients. His firm, Strong Tower Advisory Services, offers flat-fee financial planning and discretionary portfolio management using customized or model-based strategies, which may appeal to business owners seeking tailored retirement and succession solutions. Located in Minneapolis, he combines expertise in retirement plans for business owners with a background in wealth management and professional services.
Experience: 26 years
Avg account: $1,896,999
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