Independent, business Financial Management 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 own a business or are involved in its financial decisions, you need an advisor who understands how to manage your company's money alongside your personal finances. A common mistake is treating business finances like personal accounts, which can lead to missed tax benefits or cash flow problems. Independent advisors here work without firm constraints, focusing on your unique business needs.
- Cash flow management. Ask how they help balance business expenses and income to keep operations smooth without risking your personal finances.
- Tax planning awareness. Confirm they consider state-specific issues like estate tax cliffs that can cause unexpected tax bills when your business value crosses exemption limits.
- Business growth strategy. Look for advisors who integrate financial management with your plans for expansion or sale, not just day-to-day bookkeeping.
- Fee structure clarity. Since many here offer flat-fee arrangements, ask how their pricing aligns with the services you need to avoid surprises.
Here are top matches to get you started. Review each profile to compare experience, credentials, and approach.
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Chris L
CFP®, CIMA®
Pittsford, NY
Labounty Financial Planning
Chris Labounty specializes in business financial management with 15 years of experience and holds CFP® and CIMA® certifications, making him well-equipped to handle complex business and personal financial needs. His flat-fee structure starting at $6,500 and focus on mid-career professionals, business owners, and HENRY clients differentiate him by offering transparent pricing and tailored guidance for growing income and complexity, including virtual services across New York.
Experience: 15 years
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Daniel S
Series 65
Shirley, NY
Freemind Financial Advisory
Daniel Smith specializes in business financial management with a focus on retirement plans for business owners, offering flat-fee and independent advisory services from Shirley, NY. His firm integrates accounting, tax, and fractional CFO services with a fundamental analysis investment approach, managing around $7 million, which may provide a comprehensive financial strategy compared to advisors with narrower scopes or different fee structures.
Experience: 2 years
Avg account: $436,961
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Susan S
Series 63, Series 65
New York, NY
Manchester Capital Management LLC
Susan Sofronas specializes in business financial management with a focus on private investments, real estate, and concentrated stock, making her well-suited for managing complex business and personal finances in New York. Her firm offers flat-fee family office CFO services starting at $180,000, catering to high-net-worth clients, and employs an asset-allocation approach using third-party managers, distinguishing her from advisors with more traditional fee structures or investment styles.
Experience: 4 years
Avg account: $10,535,960
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Viet B
Series 65
New York, NY
Fiduciary Financial Advisors
Viet Bui specializes in business financial management and offers outsourced CFO services with flat fees ranging from $7,200 to $50,000 annually, suitable for business owners in New York. His firm serves diverse clients including corporations and trusts, combining traditional and digital-asset advisory services, which may provide broader financial strategies compared to advisors focusing solely on personal finances.
Experience: 1 year
Avg account: $605,356
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James B
Series 66
Rye Brook, NY
Garrison Phillips, LLC
James Botti specializes in business financial management and cash flow budgeting, making him well-suited for managing business and personal finances in New York. His firm employs a global macroeconomic approach with sector rotation, offers flat-fee planning services starting at $1,000, and serves high-net-worth clients, distinguishing him from others with a focus on comprehensive, fee-transparent strategies.
Experience: 8 years
Avg account: $412,235
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