Flat-fee, business exit / sale strategy financial advisors in New York
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 overlooking how estate tax cliffs can create unexpectedly large tax bills just above exemption thresholds.
- Flat-fee clarity. Confirm how their flat fees cover the complexities of your sale, so you avoid surprise costs during critical planning stages.
- Tax cliff awareness. Ask how they plan around estate tax thresholds to minimize sudden tax burdens after your exit.
- Post-sale cash flow. Ensure they model your income and expenses after the sale to help maintain your lifestyle without disruption.
- Transition planning. Look for advisors who integrate your business exit with retirement and estate plans, not just the transaction itself.
Here are top matches to get you started. Review each profile to compare experience, credentials, and approach.
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Michael H
Series 63, Series 65, Series 66
Melville, NY
Imperity Wealth Alliance LLC
Michael Hunt's 25 years of experience and expertise in business exit and sale strategy make him well-equipped to guide clients through the financial complexities of selling a business. Based in Melville, NY, he offers flat-fee consulting services for wealth management and retirement plans, combining his background in tax preparation with a focus on retirement income strategy, which can help clients plan for post-sale cash flow and estate considerations.
Experience: 26 years
Avg account: $374,449
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Christopher C
Series 65
New York, NY
Focus Partners Wealth, LLC
Christopher Conway specializes in business exit and sale strategy, making him well-suited for clients planning to sell their businesses in New York. With 14 years of experience and a Series 65 designation, he offers flat-fee services through Focus Partners Wealth, LLC, a large firm known for tax- and fee-sensitive investment approaches, serving high-net-worth and established professional clients.
Experience: 15 years
Avg account: $2,557,933
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Timothy M
Series 63, Series 65
Garden City, NY
Guardian Life
Timothy Murray specializes in business exit and sale strategy, offering flat-fee financial planning and consulting services that range from $500 to $25,000, which can help manage the complexities of selling a business in New York. With 12 years of experience and expertise in tax-loss harvesting, he serves self-employed clients and business owners through Primerica Advisors, a large firm providing diverse investment strategies and both discretionary and non-discretionary accounts.
Experience: 12 years
Avg account: $230,599
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David W
CFP®, Series 63, Series 65
New York, NY
Kestra Advisory
David Weinstock's expertise in business exit and sale strategy, combined with his CFP® certification and 33 years of experience, equips him to address the financial complexities of selling a business in New York. Affiliated with Kestra Advisory, a large firm managing nearly $80 billion in assets, he offers flat-fee financial planning tailored to business owners, integrating retirement plans and wealth management to support a smooth transition beyond the sale.
Experience: 33 years
Avg account: $618,892
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Michelle S
Series 63, Series 65
New York, NY
Savant Wealth Management
Michelle Smith specializes in business exit and sale strategy with 39 years of experience, offering flat fees for specific projects that provide cost clarity during complex sale planning. Based in New York at Savant Wealth Management, she supports executives and business owners with a structured, evidence-based investment approach and integrates tax, legal, and trust services, distinguishing her from advisors with narrower scopes or different fee models.
Experience: 39 years
Avg account: $2,108,203
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