Independent, business succession planning financial advisors in Missouri
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 own a business and are thinking about how to pass it on, you need an advisor who understands the complexities of business succession planning. Without this expertise, you might overlook tax implications or fail to align the plan with your personal and family goals. Independent advisors here operate without firm constraints, which can mean more flexible, personalized approaches.
- Tax impact awareness. Ask how they help minimize taxes during ownership transfer, including estate and gift tax considerations.
- Family dynamics insight. Confirm they address potential conflicts among heirs and plan for smooth transitions.
- Valuation expertise. Inquire about their approach to accurately valuing your business for sale or transfer purposes.
- Contingency planning. See if they prepare for unexpected events like disability or death to protect your business continuity.
Here are top matches to get you started. Review each profile to compare experience, credentials, and approach.
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Jaret P
Series 66
Clayton, MO
Smith, Moore & Co.
Jaret Perryman specializes in business succession planning, making him well-equipped to assist Missouri business owners with ownership transfer complexities. With 27 years of experience and a Series 66 designation, he operates independently at Smith, Moore & Co., a firm serving high-net-worth clients and corporations, offering flexible hourly fees from $125 to $600, which may appeal to those seeking personalized, negotiable financial planning services.
Experience: 28 years
Avg account: $530,650
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Walter O
CFP®, Series 63
O'Fallon, MO
B & B Financial Planning Co., Inc.
Walter Obremski's extensive 54 years of experience and CFP® certification equip him to handle complex business succession planning in Missouri, including tax strategies for small businesses and retirement planning. His independent status and flat-fee structure, combined with his firm's management of $102 million across diverse clients, offer a strategic asset-allocation approach that balances passive and active investments, setting him apart from other advisors in the region.
Experience: 54 years
Avg account: $769,757
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Joseph F
Series 63, Series 65
Manchester, MO
The Yanker Group
Joseph Farhatt's 23 years of experience and expertise in business succession planning make him well-equipped to assist Missouri business owners with complex ownership transfers. Operating independently at The Yanker Group, he offers flexible fee structures including flat fees and hourly consulting, serving high-net-worth clients with access to diverse investment strategies through an open-architecture platform, which may provide more personalized and comprehensive planning options compared to other advisors.
Experience: 23 years
Avg account: $617,753
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Thomas R
ChFC®, Series 63, Series 65
Chesterfield, MO
Bridgewater Asset Management LLC
Thomas Ross specializes in business succession planning and general estate guidance, making him well-equipped to assist Missouri business owners with ownership transfer complexities. With 32 years of experience and credentials like ChFC®, he offers flat-fee financial planning and pension consulting through Bridgewater Asset Management, which uses a mix of strategic and tactical asset allocation, distinguishing him from others by combining deep expertise with flexible fee options and a focus on high-net-worth clients.
Experience: 33 years
Avg account: $863,148
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James M
ChFC®, Series 63
Kirksville, MO
USAdvisors Wealth Management, LLC
James Morton brings 38 years of experience and specializes in business succession planning, business exit strategies, and tax strategies for small businesses, making him well-equipped to assist Missouri business owners with succession needs. As an independent advisor offering flat-fee and hourly options, he works through USAdvisors Wealth Management, which provides diverse investment approaches including ESG and alternative investments, distinguishing him with a broad, socially responsible investment perspective.
Experience: 39 years
Avg account: $254,259
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