Seasoned, business exit / sale strategy financial advisors in Wilmington, OH
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 only on the immediate payout without planning for taxes, reinvestment, and your next steps.
- Municipal tax navigation. Ask how they handle local income taxes, which can differ widely by city and affect your net proceeds.
- Post-sale cash flow. Confirm they model your income and expenses after the sale to avoid surprises.
- Reinvestment strategy. Look for advisors who discuss options for deploying your sale proceeds to meet your long-term goals.
- Experience with exits. Seasoned advisors here have decades of experience guiding clients through complex business sales, not just general financial planning.
Here are top matches to get you started. Review each profile to compare experience, credentials, and approach.
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Adam I
CFP®, Series 63, Series 65
Lebanon, OH
Edward Jones
Adam Ireton brings 33 years of experience and CFP® certification to business exit and sale strategy, making him well-equipped to address complex financial impacts beyond the sale price. Based in Lebanon, OH, he works with Edward Jones, a large firm managing over $1 trillion in assets, offering a range of advisory services with fees up to 1.35% annually, which may suit clients seeking comprehensive wealth management alongside exit planning.
Experience: 34 years
Avg account: $246,728
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Cameron B
CFP®, Series 63, Series 65
Dayton, OH
Founders Financial Securities LLC
Cameron Bernadsky brings 21 years of experience in business exit and sale strategy, offering flat-fee financial planning and subscription-based retirement education through Founders Financial Securities. Located near Wilmington in Dayton, OH, he serves diverse clients including founders and retired business owners, differentiating himself with a CFP® certification and a focus on model-based portfolio management and co-advised wealth solutions.
Experience: 22 years
Avg account: $385,425
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Stephen W
Series 63, Series 65
Centerville, OH
Journey Advisory Group, LLC
Stephen Wenstrup's 23 years of experience and expertise in business exit and sale strategy make him well-equipped to guide clients through complex sales, including tax-loss harvesting and retirement plans for business owners. Based in Centerville, OH, he offers flat-fee and negotiable AUM pricing through Journey Advisory Group, which manages $1.47 billion with a long-term investment approach, serving a diverse client base including trusts and corporations.
Experience: 23 years
Avg account: $1,852,107
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Jason P
Series 63, Series 66
Washington Court House, OH
Guardian Life
Jason Phipps brings 24 years of experience in business exit and sale strategy, with expertise in tax-loss harvesting and serving self-employed founders. Operating from Washington Court House, OH, he offers flat-fee financial planning and consulting through a large firm known for diverse investment strategies. His background includes roles at Guardian Life and Park Avenue Securities, providing a broad perspective compared to other advisors in the Wilmington area.
Experience: 25 years
Avg account: $230,599
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