Seasoned, 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 pass your business on to family, partners, or new owners, you need an advisor who understands the complexities of business succession planning. Without deep experience, it's easy to overlook tax implications or misalign the timing, which can jeopardize your legacy. Seasoned advisors bring decades of insight, helping you navigate these challenges with a steady hand.
- Tax impact awareness. Confirm how they identify and plan for potential tax burdens that can arise during ownership transfer.
- Ownership transition timing. Ask how they balance your personal goals with business realities to schedule the succession effectively.
- Stakeholder coordination. Look for advisors who facilitate clear communication among family members, partners, and legal professionals.
- Contingency planning. Ensure they prepare for unexpected events that could disrupt your succession plan, protecting your business continuity.
Here are top matches to get you started. Review each profile to compare experience, credentials, and approach.
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Robert M
CFP®, Series 63, Series 65
Plainville, MA
ValMark Advisers, Inc.
Robert Macarthur's 31 years of experience and CFP® certification equip him to handle the complexities of business succession planning in Rhode Island, including tax impact awareness and stakeholder coordination. His affiliation with ValMark Advisers, Inc., which offers diversified, goal-based model portfolios and extensive back-office support, complements his independent, flat-fee approach, making him a distinctive choice among seasoned advisors in the region.
Experience: 32 years
Avg account: $554,438
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Kevin K
Series 63, Series 65
Johnston, RI
IP Financial Advisory Services LLC
Kevin Kelley brings 38 years of experience in business succession planning, making him well-equipped to handle the complexities of passing a business to new owners or family. Based in Johnston, RI, he offers flat-fee consulting and financial planning services through IP Financial Advisory Services LLC, focusing on individual retail clients with customized portfolios and a broad expertise including charitable giving and retirement plans for business owners.
Experience: 38 years
Avg account: $240,578
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William B
Series 63, Series 65
Minneapolis, MN
CliftonLarsonAllen Wealth Advisors, LLC
William Bland's 26 years of experience and focus on business succession planning equip him to address the complexities of transferring business ownership, including tax implications and timing. Based in Minneapolis with CliftonLarsonAllen Wealth Advisors, he offers flat-fee services tailored to business owners and executives, supported by a firm that integrates wealth, tax, estate, and insurance professionals for coordinated planning, distinguishing him from advisors with narrower scopes or fee structures.
Experience: 27 years
Avg account: $1,730,668
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Cynthia K
Series 66
Winston Salem, NC
Merrill
Cynthia Kelley brings 24 years of experience and specializes in business succession planning, making her well-equipped to handle the complexities of passing a business to new owners or family. Based in High Point, NC, she works at Merrill, a large firm, and also focuses on values-based investing and women's finance, offering a broader perspective compared to advisors solely focused on succession planning.
Experience: 24 years
Avg account: $860,085
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Frederick A
Series 63, Series 65
Wakefield, RI
Raymond James Financial
Frederick Arbusto III brings 24 years of experience in business succession planning, making him well-equipped to handle the complexities of passing a business to family or partners in Rhode Island. His affiliation with Raymond James Financial, a large firm serving diverse clients including high-net-worth individuals and pension plans, combined with his flat-fee and hourly fee options, distinguishes him from other seasoned advisors in the area.
Experience: 24 years
Avg account: $700,796
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