Seasoned, business exit / sale strategy financial advisors in Vermont
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, which requires careful coordination to maximize value and minimize tax impact. A common mistake is underestimating the complexity of timing and deal structure, which can lead to missed opportunities or unexpected costs. Seasoned advisors bring decades of experience to navigate these challenges effectively.
- Exit timing insight. Ask how they evaluate market conditions and your business readiness to recommend the optimal sale window.
- Tax impact planning. Confirm they consider both immediate and long-term tax consequences, including capital gains and state-specific rules.
- Deal structure expertise. Look for advisors who discuss various sale formats and their implications on your financial goals.
- Post-sale transition. Inquire about their approach to managing your financial life after the sale, including investment and income planning.
Here are top matches to get you started. Review each profile to compare experience, credentials, and approach.
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Craig E
Series 63, Series 65
Waitsfield, VT
Kestra Advisory
Craig Eilers brings 38 years of experience in business exit and sale strategy, making him well-equipped to guide Vermont business owners through complex exit planning. His affiliation with Kestra Advisory, a large firm offering flat-fee and AUM-based pricing, supports diverse client needs including retirement plans and wealth management, distinguishing him with a broad service scope and deep industry knowledge.
Experience: 38 years
Avg account: $618,892
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Stephen F
Series 63
Stowe, VT
Wells Fargo Advisors
Stephen Frank's four decades of experience and specialty in business exit and sale strategy equip him to guide Vermont business owners through complex sale timing and deal structuring. Affiliated with Wells Fargo Advisors, a large firm serving high-net-worth clients, he combines extensive industry knowledge with access to diverse financial products, differentiating him from advisors at smaller firms or with narrower service scopes.
Experience: 41 years
Avg account: $514,335
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Donald D
CFP®, Series 63, Series 65
South Burlington, VT
Wealth Enhancement Advisory Services, LLC
Donald Dempsey's 28 years of experience and expertise in business exit and sale strategy make him well-equipped to assist with complex exit timing and deal structuring in Vermont. His affiliation with Wealth Enhancement Advisory Services, a large SEC-registered firm, offers clients access to strategic asset allocation blending passive and active management, with flexible flat and hourly fee options that may suit a range of business owners and executives.
Experience: 29 years
Avg account: $1,378,035
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John Y
Series 63, Series 66
Morrisville, VT
Edward Jones
John Youland's 27 years of experience and expertise in business exit and sale strategy make him well-equipped to assist Vermont business owners planning their exit timeline. Affiliated with Edward Jones, a large full-service firm managing over $1 trillion in assets, he offers a comprehensive approach including retirement income and estate planning, with a fee structure up to 1.35% annually, distinguishing him from advisors at smaller firms.
Experience: 27 years
Avg account: $246,728
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John D
CFP®, Series 66
Williston, VT
Copper Leaf Financial, LLC
John Davis brings 25 years of experience and CFP® certification to business exit and sale strategy, offering expertise in tax-loss harvesting and retirement plans for business owners. Operating from Williston, VT, he provides flat-fee and hourly consulting options through Copper Leaf Financial, LLC, which emphasizes comprehensive wealth management with passive asset-class portfolios and tax management, distinguishing him with a structured, tax-conscious approach for high-net-worth clients.
Experience: 26 years
Avg account: $1,581,507
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