Flat-fee, business succession planning financial advisors in Ohio
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 transfer your business ownership or retire, you need an advisor who understands the complexities of business succession planning. A common mistake is overlooking how municipal income taxes, which differ by city in Ohio, can affect the financial outcome.
- Municipal tax navigation. Confirm how the advisor accounts for varying city taxes in your succession plan to avoid unexpected liabilities.
- Ownership transition strategies. Ask how they balance timing and valuation to protect your business's continuity and your financial goals.
- Flat-fee clarity. Understand exactly what services are included in the flat fee to ensure it covers all aspects of your succession planning.
- Stakeholder coordination. Check how they involve family members, partners, or key employees to align interests and smooth the transition.
Here are top matches to get you started. Review each profile to compare experience, credentials, and approach.
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John S
Series 63
Cincinnati, OH
Hackman Financial Group
John Spencer IV specializes in business succession planning with a flat-fee structure, making him well-suited for Ohio business owners preparing ownership transitions. With 30 years of experience and expertise in retirement plans for business owners, he offers comprehensive financial planning through Hackman Financial Group, a six-advisor firm managing $336.5 million, emphasizing long-term, diversified investment strategies.
Experience: 31 years
Avg account: $615,460
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Brandon D
CFP®, Series 63
Akron, OH
Sequoia Financial Group, L.L.C.
Brandon Deckert specializes in business succession planning with a flat-fee structure starting at $1,500, making him well-suited for Ohio business owners preparing ownership transitions. Based in Akron and affiliated with Sequoia Financial Group, a large firm serving high-net-worth clients, he brings 12 years of experience and expertise in private investments and exit strategies, supported by a CFP® certification and a comprehensive investment approach.
Experience: 13 years
Avg account: $2,697,996
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Todd C
Series 63, Series 66
Westlake, OH
Raymond James Financial
Todd Carmel's 30 years of experience and focus on business succession planning make him well-equipped to handle the complexities of transferring business ownership in Ohio. Operating from a large firm, he offers flat-fee financial planning and investment consulting, serving a diverse client base including business owners and retirees, which may provide broader insights compared to advisors with narrower client focuses.
Experience: 31 years
Avg account: $700,796
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Michael P
Series 63, Series 66
Fairlawn, OH
ValMark Advisers, Inc.
Michael Poitinger specializes in business succession planning with 42 years of experience and offers flat fees negotiated between $50 and $50,000 or more, providing clarity on costs. Based in Fairlawn, OH, he works through ValMark Advisers, which supports a diversified, goal-based investment approach and serves a broad client base including individuals and institutional clients, distinguishing him with extensive industry experience and a comprehensive service network.
Experience: 43 years
Avg account: $554,438
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Kevin K
Series 63, Series 65
Columbus, OH
SWS Partners, LLC
Kevin Kale's 18 years of experience and expertise in business succession planning and ownership considerations make him well-equipped to handle complex transitions in Ohio, including navigating municipal income taxes. Operating from Columbus, OH, he offers flat-fee consulting retainers tailored to engagement scope and complexity, serving high-net-worth clients with a blend of passive and research-driven investment strategies through SWS Partners, LLC.
Experience: 18 years
Avg account: $2,676,029
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