Seasoned, business exit / sale strategy financial advisors in Worcester, MA
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.
Selling your business is a major financial event that requires careful timing and tax planning, especially if you face additional state taxes like Massachusetts' "Millionaire's tax" on high income. Without a seasoned advisor, you might overlook key tax implications or miss opportunities to maximize your sale proceeds.
- Exit timing strategy. Ask how they evaluate market conditions and your business cycle to recommend the best time to sell.
- Tax impact analysis. Confirm they understand state surtaxes and can model how different sale structures affect your after-tax cash.
- Post-sale planning. Look for guidance on managing proceeds, including investment options and cash flow for your next chapter.
- Experience with complex deals. Ensure they have handled sales involving multiple stakeholders, earnouts, or non-cash compensation.
Here are top matches to get you started. Review each profile to compare experience, credentials, and approach.
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Patricia G
Series 63, Series 66
Worcester, MA
Wells Fargo Advisors
Patricia George's 26 years of experience and expertise in business exit and sale strategy make her well-equipped to handle complex sale timing and tax impact analysis in Worcester, MA. As a seasoned advisor at Wells Fargo Advisors, a large firm serving high-net-worth clients, she also offers comprehensive post-sale planning and cash flow management, distinguishing her from advisors with smaller client bases or less institutional support.
Experience: 26 years
Avg account: $514,335
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Michael M
CFP®, Series 66
Worcester, MA
Moneta Group Investment Advisors, LLC
Michael Machnowski brings 25 years of experience and CFP® certification to business exit and sale strategy in Worcester, MA, supported by Moneta Group's expertise with high-net-worth clients and complex financial planning. His firm offers flat-fee and hourly pricing, multi-asset allocation strategies, and specialized services for executives and professional athletes, distinguishing him from advisors with narrower client focuses or fee structures.
Experience: 26 years
Avg account: $5,284,488
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John L
Series 63, Series 65
Worchester, MA
The AmeriFlex Group
John Lian's 21 years of experience and expertise in business exit and sale strategy, combined with his knowledge of equity compensation tax strategy, position him well to assist with complex business sales in Worcester, MA. His firm, The AmeriFlex Group, offers flat-fee and hourly fee structures, serving a diverse client base including corporations and charitable organizations, which may provide broader strategic insights compared to advisors focused solely on individual clients.
Experience: 22 years
Avg account: $549,793
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Moira M
CFP®, Series 63, Series 65
Worcester, MA
Kestra Advisory
Moira Moynihan Manoog brings over 32 years of experience and CFP® certification to business exit and sale strategy in Worcester, MA, supported by Kestra Advisory's extensive resources managing nearly $80 billion in assets. Her expertise includes retirement plans for business owners and wealth management, with flexible flat-fee and hourly pricing options, distinguishing her from advisors with narrower focuses or less firm backing.
Experience: 32 years
Avg account: $618,892
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Mark B
Series 63, Series 66
Worcester, MA
Edward Jones
Mark Bernier brings 21 years of experience in business exit and succession planning, supported by his Series 63 and 66 licenses, making him well-equipped to handle complex sale strategies in Worcester, MA. Affiliated with Edward Jones, a large full-service wealth management firm serving over four million clients, he offers a range of advisory services including wrap fee strategies with an annual program fee up to 1.35%, distinguishing him from smaller firms.
Experience: 22 years
Avg account: $246,728
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