Independent, business exit / sale strategy financial advisors in Washington
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 complex timing and tax implications that can affect your net proceeds. A common mistake is underestimating how state and federal taxes, including Washington's capital gains tax, impact your sale strategy.
- Tax-aware planning. Confirm how they navigate Washington's unique tax landscape, including the 7% capital gains tax on large sales.
- Exit timing strategy. Ask how they help decide the best moment to sell, balancing market conditions and tax consequences.
- Deal structure insight. Look for advisors who evaluate different sale structures to optimize your after-tax outcome.
- Independent advice. Being independent means they can consider a broad range of options without firm-imposed product constraints.
Here are top matches to get you started. Review each profile to compare experience, credentials, and approach.
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Cole B
Series 66
Seattle, WA
Brighton Jones LLC
Cole Bender specializes in business exit and sale strategies, with expertise in multi-generational wealth transfer and estate planning, making him well-suited for navigating Washington's tax implications on business sales. Operating independently at Brighton Jones LLC in Seattle, he offers flat-fee financial planning and a Personal CFO model, providing high-net-worth clients with tailored wealth management and access to private investments.
Experience: 4 years
Avg account: $4,956,930
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Alan H
CFP®, Series 66
Tacoma, WA
Financial Insights Wealth Management
Alan Hensley offers expertise in business exit and sale strategy with 18 years of experience and CFP® certification, based in Tacoma, Washington. His firm, Financial Insights Wealth Management, provides independent advice with a focus on asset allocation and fundamental analysis, charging a 1.00% AUM fee and hourly rates, which may suit clients seeking detailed, tax-aware planning and personalized service.
Experience: 19 years
Avg account: $968,121
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Rebecca J
Series 63, Series 65
Spokane, WA
APEX Advisory Group, Inc.
Rebecca Jensen specializes in business exit and sale strategy in Spokane, Washington, with six years of experience and Series 63 and 65 licenses. She offers independent, flat-fee advisory services through APEX Advisory Group, which employs a valuation-driven, long-term investment approach and provides tax and exit-planning services, distinguishing her from advisors with more traditional fee structures or less integrated tax expertise.
Experience: 6 years
Avg account: $0
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Austin S
CFP®, Series 66
Seattle, WA
Mission Wealth Management, LP
Austin Sweet specializes in business exit and sale strategies, offering expertise in retirement plans for business owners and private investments, which is crucial for navigating Washington's tax implications on business sales. His affiliation with Mission Wealth Management, a firm managing $17 billion and serving high-net-worth clients, combined with his CFP® certification and flat-fee structure, distinguishes him from other advisors by providing comprehensive, independent advice tailored to affluent business owners in Seattle.
Experience: 7 years
Avg account: $3,159,829
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Steven P
Series 63, Series 65
Yakima, WA
Alegria Asset Management
Steven Pilger's four decades of experience and expertise in business exit and sale strategy make him well-equipped to navigate Washington's complex tax environment, including the capital gains tax. His independent, flat-fee approach through Alegria Asset Management, combined with a technology-driven investment process and a focus on retirement plans for business owners, distinguishes him from other advisors in the region.
Experience: 40 years
Avg account: $889,921
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