Seasoned, business exit / sale strategy financial advisors in Tustin, 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 the full financial impact beyond just the sale price. A common mistake is overlooking how tax strategies and property tax rules like California's Proposition 13 affect your long-term wealth.
- Tax impact awareness. Confirm they consider state income taxes and how Proposition 13 limits property tax increases after a sale.
- Exit timing strategy. Ask how they help decide the best time to sell based on market conditions and your personal financial goals.
- Post-sale planning. Look for advisors who integrate sale proceeds into your broader retirement and investment plans.
- Experience with complex deals. Ensure they have handled various business structures and sale types, not just straightforward transactions.
Here are top matches to get you started. Review each profile to compare experience, credentials, and approach.
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Kevin L
Series 63, Series 65
Irvine, CA
Guardian Life
Kevin Leon's 29 years of experience and expertise in business exit and tax-loss harvesting make him well-equipped to guide business owners in Tustin, CA through complex sale strategies. Affiliated with Guardian Life, a large firm offering flat fees and diverse investment approaches, he also serves self-employed clients and founders, providing flexible fee structures and comprehensive planning beyond the sale.
Experience: 30 years
Avg account: $230,599
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Mark A
Series 63, Series 66
Santa Ana, CA
Wells Fargo Advisors
Mark Ansara's 31 years of experience and focus on business exit and sale strategy make him well-equipped to guide clients through complex transactions in the Tustin area. Affiliated with Wells Fargo Advisors, a large firm serving high-net-worth clients, he offers comprehensive planning that integrates tax considerations and post-sale investment strategies, distinguishing him from advisors with narrower scopes or smaller firm resources.
Experience: 31 years
Avg account: $514,335
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Nicholas E
Series 63
Tustin, CA
Kestra Advisory
Nicholas Ellis brings 42 years of experience in business exit and sale strategy, with expertise in retirement plans for business owners and wealth management, making him well-equipped to handle complex sale scenarios in Tustin, CA. His affiliation with Kestra Advisory, a large firm offering flat-fee and AUM-based pricing, along with his background in tax preparation and fiduciary consulting, distinguishes him from other advisors by integrating tax impact and post-sale planning into his approach.
Experience: 43 years
Avg account: $618,892
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Philip H
CFP®, Series 63, Series 65
Irvine, CA
Focus Partners Wealth, LLC
Philip Ho's 25 years of experience and CFP® certification equip him to handle complex business exit and sale strategies, especially for high-net-worth clients in the Tustin area. His firm, Focus Partners Wealth, LLC, offers a tax- and fee-sensitive investment approach with a mix of active and passive strategies, serving a diverse clientele including family offices and institutions, which distinguishes him from advisors focused solely on individual investors.
Experience: 25 years
Avg account: $2,557,933
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Ronald P
Series 63, Series 65
Irvine, CA
Lincoln Investment
Ronald Perez specializes in business exit and sale strategy with 25 years of experience, including retirement plans for business owners, making him well-equipped to handle complex sale scenarios in the Tustin area. Affiliated with Lincoln Investment, a large firm managing $18.9 billion in assets, he offers flexible fee structures including flat and hourly fees, and serves a diverse client base including high earners and founders, providing a broad range of financial planning services.
Experience: 25 years
Avg account: $157,266
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