Seasoned, 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 life event that often involves complex tax, legal, and financial decisions. Without the right guidance, you might miss opportunities to maximize your sale proceeds or plan effectively for your financial future. Seasoned advisors bring decades of experience to help you navigate these challenges with confidence.
- Exit timing insight. Ask how they evaluate market conditions and your business health to recommend the best time to sell.
- Tax impact planning. Confirm they understand how to structure the sale to minimize taxes and preserve your wealth.
- Post-sale strategy. Look for advisors who help you plan for reinvestment, retirement, or new ventures after the sale.
- Team coordination. Ensure they collaborate smoothly with your attorneys and accountants to align all aspects of the sale.
Here are top matches to get you started. Review each profile to compare experience, credentials, and approach.
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Carolann B
CFP®, Series 63, Series 65
Newport, RI
Fox Hill Wealth Management
Carolann Brown's 42 years of experience and expertise in business exit and sale strategy make her well-equipped to guide Rhode Island business owners through complex sale decisions. At Fox Hill Wealth Management, she offers flat-fee financial planning and combines passive and active investment strategies, providing tailored solutions for high-net-worth clients and pension plans, which distinguishes her from other seasoned advisors in the area.
Experience: 42 years
Avg account: $711,686
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Sean M
Series 63, Series 65
West Warwick, RI
Summit Financial, LLC
Sean Marchetti's 27 years of experience and expertise in business exit and sale strategy make him well-equipped to assist Rhode Island business owners planning their exit. His firm, Summit Financial, LLC, serves a diverse clientele including corporations and pension plans, offering both discretionary and non-discretionary portfolio management, and employs a flat-fee structure, which may appeal to clients seeking transparent advisory costs.
Experience: 28 years
Avg account: $1,318,898
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Christine W
Series 65
Middletown, RI
Savant Wealth Management
Christine Winslow's 22 years of experience and expertise in business exit and sale strategy make her well-equipped to guide Rhode Island business owners through complex sale decisions. Affiliated with Savant Wealth Management, a large firm known for evidence-based investment approaches and comprehensive services including trust and retirement plan consulting, she offers flat-fee options and serves diverse clients such as executives and founders, distinguishing her from other seasoned advisors in the area.
Experience: 23 years
Avg account: $2,108,203
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James C
Series 63, Series 65
Warwick, RI
Wells Fargo Advisors
James Curran's 44 years of experience and focus on business exit and sale strategy make him well-equipped to guide Rhode Island business owners through complex sale decisions. Affiliated with Wells Fargo Advisors, a large firm serving high-net-worth clients, he offers integrated financial planning and investment services, distinguishing him from advisors at smaller firms or with narrower specialties.
Experience: 44 years
Avg account: $514,335
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Carrie M
Series 63, Series 65
Bristol, RI
Lincoln Investment
Carrie Mcnair's 27 years of experience and expertise in business exit and sale strategy make her well-equipped to assist Rhode Island business owners planning their exit. Affiliated with Lincoln Investment, a large firm managing $18.9 billion in assets, she offers flexible fee structures including flat and hourly fees, and specializes in retirement plans for business owners, providing comprehensive support beyond the sale itself.
Experience: 27 years
Avg account: $157,266
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