Flat-fee, business succession planning financial advisors in Seattle, WA
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 planning for retirement, you need an advisor who understands the complexities of business succession planning. A common mistake is underestimating the tax implications and timing, which can jeopardize your financial goals. Flat-fee advisors charge a set price, so you know your costs upfront without surprises.
- Tax-aware strategies. Confirm how they navigate Washington's unique tax landscape, including federal taxes and the state's capital gains tax on long-term assets.
- Transition timing. Ask how they help you schedule ownership transfer to minimize tax burdens and maintain business continuity.
- Valuation expertise. Ensure they can accurately assess your business's worth to inform fair sale or transfer terms.
- Stakeholder coordination. Check how they manage communication and agreements among partners, family members, or buyers to avoid conflicts.
Here are top matches to get you started. Review each profile to compare experience, credentials, and approach.
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Kevin E
CFP®
Bellevue, WA
Aletheian Wealth Advisors LLC
Kevin Erwert specializes in business succession planning with a focus on multi-generational wealth transfer and family businesses, making him well-suited for complex ownership transitions in the Seattle area. His firm offers negotiable flat fees for family advisory services and serves high-net-worth clients, employing a blend of fundamental and quantitative investment strategies while coordinating closely with tax and legal advisors.
Experience: 14 years
Avg account: $3,892,181
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David G
Series 63, Series 65
Mercer Island, WA
Goldbloom Wealth Management LLC
David Gearring Jr. offers flat-fee business succession planning with 21 years of experience, specializing in retirement plans for business owners and options strategies. Based in Mercer Island near Seattle, he provides personalized investment management using fundamental and quantitative analysis, differentiating him with a comprehensive approach that includes mutual funds, ETFs, and individual securities alongside succession planning expertise.
Experience: 21 years
Avg account: $694,988
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William C
Series 63, Series 65
Seattle, WA
Raymond James Financial
William Conroy III specializes in business succession planning with a flat-fee structure, making him well-suited for Seattle business owners seeking predictable costs. With 40 years of experience and credentials including Series 63 and 65, he operates within Raymond James Financial, a large firm serving diverse clients and emphasizing non-discretionary investment consulting, which may appeal to those valuing collaborative decision-making.
Experience: 41 years
Avg account: $700,796
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Arnita H
Series 63, Series 66
Bellevue, WA
CliftonLarsonAllen Wealth Advisors, LLC
Arnita Hallman offers flat-fee business succession planning services in the Seattle area, leveraging 21 years of experience and expertise in business exit strategies. Based in Bellevue, she works with CliftonLarsonAllen Wealth Advisors, which integrates wealth, tax, estate, and insurance professionals to provide coordinated planning, using strategic asset allocation with mutual funds and ETFs, distinguishing her from other advisors who may not offer such comprehensive firm-level support.
Experience: 22 years
Avg account: $1,730,668
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Jeremiah J
CFP®, ChFC®, Series 66
Seattle, WA
Columbia Strategic Wealth Advisors, LLC
Jeremiah Job specializes in business succession planning with a flat-fee structure, offering financial planning fees ranging from $500 to $5,000 and hourly consulting at $200. Based in Seattle, he brings 14 years of experience and holds CFP® and ChFC® designations, focusing on executives and business owners. His independent firm emphasizes personalized, holistic advice with a mostly non-discretionary investment approach, differentiating him from advisors with larger client loads or discretionary models.
Experience: 15 years
Avg account: $460,345
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