CFP®-certified, business exit / sale strategy financial advisors in Tennessee
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.
You might be preparing to sell your business or planning your exit timeline, and you need guidance that considers the full financial impact. A common mistake is focusing only on the sale price without accounting for tax consequences and cash flow needs after the sale. CFP® certification means these advisors have formal training in financial planning, which can help you navigate complex exit decisions.
- Federal tax focus. Since Tennessee has no state income tax, ask how they optimize your federal tax strategy around the sale.
- Post-sale cash flow. Confirm they model your income needs after the sale, not just the transaction itself.
- Sales timing strategy. Look for advisors who consider market conditions and your personal goals when planning the sale date.
- Coordination with other professionals. Ensure they work closely with your CPA and attorney to align tax, legal, and financial plans.
Here are top matches to get you started. Review each profile to compare experience, credentials, and approach.
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William S
CFP®, Series 63, Series 65
Kingsport, TN
Guardian Life
William Sjem is equipped to assist with business exit and sale strategies, leveraging his CFP® certification and expertise in tax-loss harvesting to address federal tax implications and post-sale cash flow needs. Operating from a large firm, Primerica Advisors, he offers flexible fee structures including flat fees and subscriptions, catering well to self-employed founders and business owners in Tennessee seeking comprehensive financial planning around their business sale.
Experience: 12 years
Avg account: $230,599
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Jerome M
CFP®, Series 63, Series 65
Brentwood, TN
Bradford Financial Center
Jerome Moore's 29 years of experience and CFP® certification equip him to guide business owners in Tennessee through complex exit and sale strategies, including tax planning and retirement plans tailored for business owners. His firm offers flat-fee consulting and coordinates closely with CPAs and attorneys, providing a comprehensive approach that balances federal tax optimization and post-sale cash flow needs, distinguishing him from advisors with less integrated services.
Experience: 30 years
Avg account: $325,187
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Joseph O
CFP®, Series 65
Knoxville, TN
Savant Wealth Management
Joseph Ottaviano is well-equipped to assist with business exit and sale strategies in Tennessee, leveraging his CFP® certification and a decade of industry experience. Based in Knoxville with Savant Wealth Management, he offers flat-fee options and serves diverse clients including executives and business owners, using a structured, evidence-based investment approach that integrates tax-aware strategies, setting him apart from advisors with less comprehensive firm resources or fee flexibility.
Experience: 10 years
Avg account: $2,108,203
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William J
CFP®, Series 63, Series 65
Nashville, TN
Cahaba Wealth Management, Inc.
William Jackson's extensive 29-year experience and CFP® certification equip him to guide business owners through the complexities of exit and sale strategies, including tax and cash flow considerations. As an independent advisor at Cahaba Wealth Management, he serves high-net-worth clients with a 1.50% AUM fee, leveraging long-term cash-flow projections and risk assessments, which may offer a more tailored approach compared to advisors with less firm resources or experience.
Experience: 29 years
Avg account: $2,199,633
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Tyler B
CFP®, Series 66
Franklin, TN
Defining Wealth
Tyler Baskin's CFP® certification and expertise in business exit and sale strategy make him well-equipped to guide Tennessee business owners through the complexities of selling their business, including federal tax considerations and post-sale cash flow planning. Operating from Franklin, TN, he offers flat-fee and hourly pricing, employs an evidence-based, buy-and-hold investment approach, and serves both individual and high-net-worth clients, distinguishing him with a comprehensive, tax-efficient strategy.
Experience: 4 years
Avg account: $275,373
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