CFP®-certified, business succession planning financial advisors in South Portland, ME
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 to new ownership, you need an advisor who understands the complexities of timing and valuation. Without this expertise, you might undervalue your business or miss critical tax planning opportunities. CFP® certification means these advisors have formal training in financial planning, including business transitions.
- Valuation insight. Ask how they determine your business's worth and what factors they consider beyond just current earnings.
- Tax impact awareness. Confirm they can identify tax consequences of different succession strategies to help preserve your wealth.
- Transition timing. Discuss how they plan the handover to align with your retirement goals and market conditions.
- Healthcare and long-term care planning. Given the local aging population, check how they integrate these costs into your succession plan.
Here are top matches to get you started. Review each profile to compare experience, credentials, and approach.
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Garrett D
CFP®, Series 66
Falmouth, ME
ValMark Advisers, Inc.
Garrett Duchesne's CFP® certification and eight years of experience equip him to handle business succession planning with a focus on valuation and tax impact, crucial for South Portland business owners. His affiliation with ValMark Advisers, Inc. offers access to diversified, goal-based portfolios and flexible fee structures, including flat fees, distinguishing him from others by combining personalized planning with institutional resources.
Experience: 8 years
Avg account: $554,438
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Melinda D
CFP®, Series 63, Series 65
New Gloucester, ME
Cornerstone Wealth Planning
Melinda Davis brings 29 years of experience and CFP® certification to business succession planning, offering expertise in equity compensation tax strategy and retirement income strategy. Based in New Gloucester, ME, she works with both high-net-worth and non-HNW clients through Cornerstone Wealth Planning, which employs a team approach and charges flat fees ranging from $1,500 to $3,500 for financial plans, distinguishing her from advisors with different fee structures or client focuses.
Experience: 29 years
Avg account: $535,729
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Jeremy U
CFP®, Series 66
South Portland, ME
Edward Jones
Jeremy Urquhart, a CFP® with nine years of experience in South Portland, ME, specializes in business succession planning and retirement plans for business owners, making him well-equipped to handle complex business transitions. Working at Edward Jones, a large firm with over four million clients, he offers a comprehensive approach including multi-generational wealth transfer and a fee structure up to 1.35% annually, distinguishing him from smaller local advisors.
Experience: 10 years
Avg account: $246,728
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