Large-firm, business succession planning 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.
If you're preparing to transfer ownership of your business, you need an advisor who understands the complexities of business succession planning. Without careful planning, you might face unexpected tax burdens or disrupt your company's operations during the transition. Large-firm advisors often have access to broader resources and specialized teams to support your succession needs.
- Tax impact awareness. Ask how they help minimize taxes during ownership transfer, including strategies for estate and gift taxes.
- Continuity planning. Confirm their approach to maintaining business operations smoothly through ownership changes.
- Valuation expertise. Inquire about their methods for accurately valuing your business to ensure fair succession terms.
- Stakeholder coordination. Check how they manage communication and agreements among family members, partners, or investors involved in the succession.
Here are top matches to get you started. Review each profile to compare experience, credentials, and approach.
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Stephen R
CFP®, Series 66
Bristol, RI
Edward Jones
Stephen Randolph's expertise in business succession planning and multi-generational wealth transfer suits owners preparing to transfer business ownership in Rhode Island. As a CFP®-certified advisor at Edward Jones, a large firm managing over $1 trillion in assets, he offers a comprehensive approach including estate planning and retirement income strategies, with fees up to 1.35% annually, distinguishing him through broad resources and specialized advisory programs.
Experience: 11 years
Avg account: $246,728
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Neil A
CFP®, Series 66
Westerly, RI
Raymond James Financial
Neil Anthes specializes in business succession planning within a large firm setting, offering expertise in tax impact awareness and continuity planning crucial for smooth ownership transitions. Based in Westerly, RI, he brings nine years of experience and CFP® certification, working with Raymond James Financial, which serves a diverse client base including high-net-worth individuals and institutional entities, and offers flat-fee and hourly fee structures for flexible financial planning.
Experience: 9 years
Avg account: $700,796
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Christopher A
Series 66
Providence, RI
Merrill
Christopher Abbate is equipped to assist with business succession planning in Rhode Island through his 12 years of experience and expertise in wealth management, retirement income strategy, and estate planning. As a partner at Merrill, a large firm, he offers a comprehensive approach that includes managing executive compensation and family wealth, with a fee structure of 1.10% AUM for managed strategies under $2 million, distinguishing him from advisors with different firm sizes or fee models.
Experience: 13 years
Avg account: $860,085
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