Flat-fee, business exit / sale strategy financial advisors in Traverse City, MI
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 the full financial impact beyond just the sale price. A common mistake is focusing solely on the transaction without planning for taxes, retirement, and cash flow after the sale. Flat-fee advisors charge a set price, so you know your costs upfront without surprises.
- Tax implications insight. Confirm how they plan for capital gains and other taxes triggered by the sale to avoid unexpected bills.
- Retirement integration. Ask how they incorporate your pension and retirement goals into the exit strategy, especially important in areas with auto industry pensions.
- Cash flow planning. Ensure they model your income needs post-sale to maintain your lifestyle without dipping into principal.
- Business valuation approach. Understand their method for valuing your business to set realistic expectations and timing.
Here are top matches to get you started. Review each profile to compare experience, credentials, and approach.
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Donald S
Series 66
Traverse City, MI
Hightower Advisors
Donald Stellin specializes in business exit and sale strategies with 25 years of experience, offering flat-fee services through Hightower Advisors in Traverse City, MI. His firm supports high-net-worth clients with discretionary portfolio management and integrates tax-loss harvesting and retirement plans, providing a comprehensive approach beyond just the sale transaction.
Experience: 25 years
Avg account: $2,848,795
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Willis A
CFP®, Series 63
Bellaire, MI
Integra Financial, Inc.
Willis Ashby specializes in business exit and sale strategies with a flat-fee structure, making costs predictable for clients preparing to sell their business. With 27 years of experience at Integra Financial, Inc., he offers expertise in retirement plans for business owners and cash flow planning, supported by a value-oriented investment approach and discretionary portfolio management, distinguishing him from other advisors in the Traverse City area.
Experience: 27 years
Avg account: $1,222,610
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Daniel O
Series 63, Series 65
Cedar, MI
Wealth Management Partners LLC
Daniel O'Toole offers flat-fee financial planning tailored to business exit and sale strategies, with fees ranging from $795 to $2,000 depending on scope. With 19 years of experience and expertise in wealth management and business exits, he also supports small businesses with healthcare and insurance benefits, providing a broader consulting approach compared to others focused solely on exit planning.
Experience: 19 years
Avg account: $246,154
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