CFP®-certified, business ownership considerations 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 planning to sell one, you need an advisor who understands how business ownership affects your overall financial picture. A common mistake is treating your business finances separately from your personal wealth, which can lead to missed tax savings or cash flow issues. CFP® certification means these advisors have formal training in financial planning, including business-related matters.
- Integrated financial planning. Look for advisors who connect your business income and expenses with your personal goals and cash flow.
- Tax impact awareness. Confirm they understand how estate tax cliffs in New York can create large tax bills just above exemption limits.
- Exit strategy insight. Ask how they help plan for business sales or transitions without jeopardizing your retirement or liquidity needs.
- Risk management. Check if they address business risks like liability, insurance, and succession planning as part of your overall strategy.
Here are top matches to get you started. Review each profile to compare experience, credentials, and approach.
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Kristopher S
CFP®, Series 66
Staten Island, NY
Edward Jones
Kristopher Sykes is equipped to assist business owners in New York with integrated financial planning, including retirement plans like SEP and solo 401(k), business succession, and estate planning. His eight years of experience at Edward Jones, a large firm with over $1 trillion in assets, combined with his personal background as a co-founder and business owner, provide a practical perspective that complements his CFP® certification and a fee structure up to 1.35% annually.
Experience: 9 years
Avg account: $246,728
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Deirdre S
CFP®
Mamaroneck, NY
Sparrow Wealth Management
Deirdre Smith is a CFP®-certified advisor specializing in business ownership considerations, cash flow, and college savings, making her well-suited for business owners in New York. Based in Mamaroneck, she works with Sparrow Wealth Management, which employs a blend of passive and active investments guided by Modern Portfolio Theory and fundamental analysis, offering both discretionary and non-discretionary management with fees including 0.80% AUM and project-based hourly planning.
Experience: 1 year
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John H
CFP®, Series 66
Pittsford, NY
Hamewith Wealth
John Howe's 13 years of experience and CFP® certification equip him to address business ownership considerations, integrating wealth management with retirement income and cash flow strategies. As principal at Hamewith Wealth, an independent firm in Pittsford, NY, he offers a 1.00% AUM fee and combines Modern Portfolio Theory with both passive and active investment approaches, including ESG options, which may appeal to clients seeking tailored portfolio management alongside business-focused financial planning.
Experience: 13 years
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Robert V
CFP®
Tarrytown, NY
Citizens Private Wealth
Robert Varriano's CFP® certification and expertise in business ownership considerations, including retirement plans for business owners and general tax planning, equip him to address the financial complexities faced by business owners in New York. Operating from Citizens Private Wealth, he offers integrated wealth management with a flat-fee and AUM-based fee structure, serving high-net-worth clients independently, which may provide a more personalized approach compared to larger firms.
Experience: 8 years
Avg account: $6,371,049
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Amir N
CFP®, EA
Huntington, NY
N Financial Plans
Amir Noor is well-equipped to assist business owners in New York with integrated financial planning, tax strategies for small businesses, and business exit or sale strategies, backed by his CFP® and EA designations and 11 years of industry experience. Unlike some advisors, he offers a flat-fee structure and focuses on millennial clients, bringing a personal understanding of entrepreneurial challenges and a commitment to transparent, objective advice from his independent practice in Huntington, NY.
Experience: 11 years
Avg account: $545,465
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