Flat-fee, business exit / sale strategy financial advisors in South San Francisco, CA
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 sell your business, you need an advisor who understands how to maximize value while managing tax impacts and timing. A common mistake is focusing only on the sale price without planning for the financial steps that follow.
- Exit timing strategy. Ask how they help decide the best moment to sell, considering market conditions and your personal goals.
- Tax impact planning. Confirm they address state income taxes and how Proposition 13 might affect your property tax after the sale.
- Post-sale cash flow. Look for guidance on managing proceeds to support your lifestyle and investment goals after exiting.
- Flat-fee clarity. These advisors charge a set fee, so you know costs upfront without surprises tied to your sale amount.
Here are top matches to get you started. Review each profile to compare experience, credentials, and approach.
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Stephanie C
CFP®, CFA®, Series 66
South San Francisco, CA
Wealth Enhancement Advisory Services, LLC
Stephanie Chang specializes in business exit and sale strategies, offering flat-fee financial planning from $250 to $50,000, which provides cost clarity for South San Francisco clients. With eight years of experience, CFP® and CFA® credentials, and a background at major firms, she supports Baby Boomers and business owners through strategic investment management and retirement planning, distinguishing her within a large, SEC-registered advisory firm.
Experience: 9 years
Avg account: $1,378,035
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Max I
Series 63, Series 65
San Francisco, CA
Fiscal Wisdom Wealth Management LLC
Max Isaacman specializes in business exit and sale strategies with over 54 years of experience, offering flat-fee financial planning ranging from $250 to $10,000, which suits clients seeking clear cost structures. His firm combines active and passive portfolio management and serves high-net-worth individuals, providing tailored investment options and regular account reviews, distinguishing him from advisors with less comprehensive service offerings in South San Francisco.
Experience: 55 years
Avg account: $137,802
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William G
Series 65
Burlingame, CA
Cypress Wealth Services, LLC
William Gordon specializes in business exit and sale strategy with a flat-fee structure, making him suitable for clients in South San Francisco preparing to sell their business. His firm, Cypress Wealth Services, manages nearly $1 billion for over 700 high-net-worth clients, offering comprehensive financial planning and retirement plan consulting, which complements his expertise in private investments and options strategies.
Experience: 7 years
Avg account: $1,541,089
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Sean K
CFP®
San Francisco, CA
Plancorp, LLC
Sean Kyle specializes in business exit and sale strategy with a flat-fee structure, offering clear pricing up to $40,000 for succession planning. Based in San Francisco, he brings eight years of experience and CFP® certification, working through Plancorp's committee-driven investment approach that emphasizes diversification and due diligence, serving high-net-worth business owners and executives.
Experience: 8 years
Avg account: $4,157,573
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John P
Series 63, Series 65
San Mateo, CA
Kestra Advisory
John Palladino specializes in business exit and sale strategy with 18 years of experience, offering flat-fee financial planning through Kestra Advisory in San Mateo, CA. His firm serves large institutional clients and provides comprehensive retirement-plan consulting, which may benefit business owners seeking structured exit strategies and ongoing financial management beyond the sale.
Experience: 18 years
Avg account: $618,892
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