CFP®-certified, business exit / sale strategy financial advisors in Rhode Island
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 your business is a major financial event that often involves complex tax and timing decisions. Without the right guidance, you might miss opportunities to maximize your sale proceeds or face unexpected tax burdens. CFP® certification means these advisors have formal training in financial planning, which can help you navigate the many moving parts of a business exit.
- Tax impact analysis. Ask how they evaluate the tax consequences of your sale, including capital gains and potential deductions.
- Sale timing strategy. Confirm whether they consider market conditions and your personal financial goals when advising on when to sell.
- Post-sale planning. Look for advisors who help plan for reinvesting proceeds and managing cash flow after the sale.
- Coordination with legal experts. Ensure they work closely with your attorney to align financial and legal aspects of the transaction.
Here are top matches to get you started. Review each profile to compare experience, credentials, and approach.
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Carson L
CFP®, Series 66
Greenville, RI
Kintra Wealth, LLC
Carson Leydecker is a CFP®-certified advisor in Rhode Island specializing in business exit and sale strategy, offering tailored fixed-fee planning that considers tax impacts and sale timing. His firm, Kintra Wealth, LLC, emphasizes a collaborative, team-based approach and serves high-net-worth clients, differentiating him with expertise in multi-generational wealth transfer and real estate investing alongside his focus on business owners.
Experience: 2 years
Avg account: $515,103
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Carolann B
CFP®, Series 63, Series 65
Newport, RI
Fox Hill Wealth Management
Carolann Brown's extensive 42-year experience and CFP® certification equip her to guide Rhode Island business owners through complex exit and sale strategies, including tax impact analysis and post-sale planning. At Fox Hill Wealth Management, she offers flat-fee financial planning and employs a mix of passive and active investment strategies, distinguishing her approach with customized portfolios and a focus on high-net-worth clients and pension plans.
Experience: 42 years
Avg account: $711,686
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Christopher R
CFP®, Series 65, Series 66
Lincoln, RI
Focus Partners Wealth, LLC
Christopher Ricci's 17 years of experience and CFP® certification equip him to guide Rhode Island business owners through complex exit and sale strategies, including tax impact analysis and post-sale planning. Affiliated with Focus Partners Wealth, LLC, he serves high-net-worth clients with a long-term, tax- and fee-sensitive investment approach, offering flat-fee and AUM-based pricing, which may appeal to those seeking comprehensive wealth management alongside business exit advice.
Experience: 18 years
Avg account: $2,557,933
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Michael K
CFP®, Series 66
West Warwick, RI
Summit Financial, LLC
Michael Kiernan's CFP® certification and expertise in business exit and sale strategy make him well-equipped to guide Rhode Island business owners through complex sale decisions, including tax-loss harvesting and retirement plans tailored for business owners. His flat-fee, independent advisory approach at Summit Financial, which manages $15 billion in assets, offers a distinctive combination of personalized service and access to diverse investment platforms compared to other local advisors.
Experience: 5 years
Avg account: $1,318,898
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Andrew P
CFP®, Series 63, Series 65
Middletown, RI
Savant Wealth Management
Andrew Parsons is well-equipped to assist with business exit and sale strategies in Rhode Island, leveraging his 14 years of experience and CFP® certification. He works at Savant Wealth Management, a large firm known for evidence-based investment approaches and tax-aware strategies, offering flat fees and hourly rates that provide flexible planning options compared to other advisors in the area.
Experience: 15 years
Avg account: $2,108,203
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