Top business succession planning financial advisors in Springfield, OR
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 own a business and are thinking about stepping back or retiring, you need a business succession planning advisor to help you pass your company on smoothly. Without careful planning, you risk losing value or creating conflicts among heirs or partners.
- Ownership transfer strategies. Look for advisors who explain different ways to hand over your business, such as selling, gifting, or merging, and how each affects your goals.
- Tax impact awareness. Since Oregon has no sales tax but higher income taxes, ask how they minimize tax burdens during succession.
- Stakeholder alignment. Confirm how they help balance the interests of family members, partners, and employees to avoid disputes.
- Valuation expertise. A good advisor will clarify how they determine your business’s worth to ensure fair and informed decisions.
Here are top matches to get you started. Review each profile to compare experience, credentials, and approach.
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Craig L
CFP®, Series 66
Eugene, OR
Edward Jones
Craig Leonard's 14 years of experience and CFP® certification equip him to assist with business succession planning, especially for founder/business owners in the Springfield area. Working at Edward Jones, a large full-service firm, he offers diverse investment strategies and a program fee up to 1.35% annually, which may suit clients seeking comprehensive wealth management alongside succession advice.
Experience: 14 years
Avg account: $246,728
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Kristen D
Series 63, Series 66
Eugene, OR
Raymond James Financial
Kristen Dunder specializes in business succession planning with 24 years of experience and holds Series 63 and 66 designations, serving clients from Eugene, OR near Springfield. Affiliated with Raymond James Financial, a large firm offering flat-fee and hourly fee structures, she supports diverse clients including business owners and retirees, providing non-discretionary planning and access to extensive investment resources.
Experience: 24 years
Avg account: $700,796
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Randall C
Series 63
Eugene, OR
Merrill
Randall Collis offers extensive expertise in business succession planning, wealth management, and retirement planning, supported by 36 years of industry experience and leadership at Merrill Lynch. His focus on serving business owners and high earners, combined with a 1.10% AUM fee for managed strategies and a large-firm environment, distinguishes him from other advisors in the Springfield area.
Experience: 37 years
Avg account: $860,085
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