Flat-fee, business exit / sale strategy financial advisors in Oakland, CA
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.
Selling a business is a major life event that often triggers complex tax and financial decisions. Without expert guidance, you might overlook how to time the sale or manage the proceeds to minimize tax impact and secure your financial future. Flat-fee advisors charge a set price, so you know your costs upfront without surprises.
- Exit timing insights. Ask how they evaluate market conditions and your personal goals to recommend the best moment to sell.
- Tax strategy clarity. Confirm they explain how capital gains, state income taxes, and property tax rules like Proposition 13 affect your net proceeds.
- Proceeds management. Look for advice on balancing reinvestment, debt payoff, and cash reserves after the sale.
- Transition planning. Check if they help coordinate your business exit with retirement or estate plans to align with your long-term objectives.
Here are top matches to get you started. Review each profile to compare experience, credentials, and approach.
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Laurie M
Series 63, Series 65, Series 66
Orinda, CA
Hightower Advisors
Laurie Marks specializes in business exit and sale strategy with nine years of experience and holds Series 63, 65, and 66 licenses, making her well-equipped to guide Oakland-area clients through complex sale timing and tax considerations. Affiliated with Hightower Advisors, a large firm serving high-net-worth clients, she offers flat-fee financial planning and access to discretionary portfolio management, distinguishing her from advisors with smaller practices or different fee structures.
Experience: 9 years
Avg account: $2,848,795
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Frank P
CFP®, Series 63, Series 65
Oakland, CA
PF Wealth Management Group, LLC
Frank Pare Jr. offers expertise in business exit and sale strategy with over 33 years of experience, operating in Oakland, CA. His firm provides flat-fee financial implementation plans up to $10,000 and serves business owners and non-profits, combining investment management with estate planning and insurance brokerage, distinguishing him through comprehensive services and a seasoned, independent approach.
Experience: 33 years
Avg account: $892,647
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Donovan M
CFP®, Series 63
Oakland, CA
Greenbook Financial
Donovan Malone specializes in business exit and sale strategy in Oakland, offering flat-fee project-based financial planning ranging from $10,000 to $20,000. As a CFP®-certified advisor at Greenbook Financial, he serves both individuals and businesses with a blend of passive and active asset allocation, including ESG considerations, distinguishing him with flexible billing and tailored plans.
Experience: 9 years
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Annamarie F
Series 65
Oakland, CA
Wealth Enhancement Advisory Services, LLC
Annamarie Formicola specializes in business exit and sale strategy with a flat-fee structure starting at $250, making her suitable for managing complex financial decisions during a business sale in Oakland. She brings three years of experience at Wealth Enhancement Advisory Services, a large SEC-registered firm known for combining passive and active investment management, and serves diverse clients including executives and business owners.
Experience: 3 years
Avg account: $1,378,035
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Eric K
Series 65
Berkeley, CA
ro2 wealth
Eric Kho offers flat-fee business exit and sale strategy advice from his Berkeley-based firm, RO2 Wealth, which emphasizes passive investment strategies using index funds and ETFs. With a Series 65 designation and experience at firms like BlackRock, he provides clear fee structures including an advised package starting at $1,400, distinguishing him from others by combining entrepreneurial insight with a focus on independent, fee-only planning.
Experience: 1 year
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