CFP®-certified, tax strategies for small businesses 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 run a small business, you need a tax strategy advisor who understands the unique challenges of business taxes, deductions, and credits that affect your bottom line. Without this expertise, you might miss opportunities to reduce your tax burden or face unexpected liabilities. CFP® certification means these advisors have formal training in financial planning, including tax considerations relevant to small businesses.
- Business-specific tax knowledge. Ask how they handle deductions and credits unique to your industry and business size.
- Cash flow impact. Confirm they consider how tax strategies affect your business’s day-to-day cash flow, not just year-end results.
- Entity structure advice. Check if they evaluate whether your business type (LLC, S-corp, etc.) is optimized for tax efficiency.
- Coordination with your accountant. Ensure they work closely with your tax preparer to align strategies and avoid conflicting advice.
Here are top matches to get you started. Review each profile to compare experience, credentials, and approach.
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Peter M
CFP®, Series 63, Series 66
Rochester, MN
Superior Financial, LLC
Peter Melsness offers expertise in tax strategies for small businesses, supported by his 12 years of experience and CFP® certification, making him well-equipped to address business-specific tax challenges in Minnesota. His firm, Superior Financial, LLC, emphasizes fee-only planning with a flat Financial Review Service Fee of $2,500 and focuses on tax-efficient investments and strategic asset allocation, catering to higher-income clients with limited investable assets, which may differ from advisors with different fee structures or client focuses.
Experience: 13 years
Avg account: $934,849
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Douglas K
CFP®, Series 63, Series 65
St. Louis Park, MN
Oakwood Capital, Inc.
Douglas King brings 39 years of experience and CFP® certification to tax strategies tailored for small businesses in Minnesota, including expertise in retirement plans like SEP and solo 401(k). As President and CEO of Oakwood Capital, he offers flat-fee and hourly financial planning options, managing $260 million in assets with a focus on both discretionary and non-discretionary portfolio solutions, distinguishing him with seasoned leadership and flexible fee structures.
Experience: 39 years
Avg account: $432,553
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Jason H
CFP®, Series 63, Series 65
St. Cloud, MN
AIS Planning
Jason Hallonquist offers expertise in tax strategies for small businesses, supported by his CFP® certification and 23 years of financial planning experience in Minnesota. His firm, AIS Planning, emphasizes tax-aware investment approaches and serves a diverse client base with flat-fee and hourly pricing options, distinguishing him from others by combining seasoned advisory with flexible fee structures and a strong community involvement in St. Cloud.
Experience: 24 years
Avg account: $995,279
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Craig R
CFP®, Series 65
Roseville, MN
Calculated Wealth
Craig Ratz is well-equipped to assist small business owners in Minnesota with tax strategies, leveraging his CFP® certification and expertise in business ownership considerations and cash flow management. Operating independently at Calculated Wealth, he offers flat-fee financial planning ranging from $4,500 to $60,000, combining passive and tactical investment approaches, which may appeal to clients seeking personalized, comprehensive financial guidance beyond just tax advice.
Experience: 5 years
Avg account: $1,034,943
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Julian L
CFP®, ChFC®, Series 66
St. Paul, MN
Perennial Financial Services
Julian Locke's expertise in tax strategies for small businesses, combined with his CFP® certification and 16 years of industry experience, equips him to address the unique tax challenges faced by small business owners in Minnesota. Unlike some advisors, he offers flat-fee consulting and operates independently through Perennial Financial Services, providing tailored financial planning and discretionary asset management with a fiduciary approach.
Experience: 17 years
Avg account: $758,234
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