The Stress of Transitions – Managing Your Team
Written by: Javi Otero Transitions aren’t just about custodial paperwork and client outreach. They’re about teamwork. If there’s one thing that many advisors tend to underestimate during a move, it’s…
Looking Ahead in Advisor Transitions: Predicting the Next Big Shift
Written by: Javi Otero Change is inevitable in the world of wealth management, and advisor transitions are one of the major driving forces behind industry growth and evolution. Advisors are…
The Hidden Costs of Transitioning: What Every Advisor Should Consider
Written by: Javi Otero The Hidden Costs of Transitioning: What Every Advisor Should Consider Transitioning from one firm to another — or launching your own RIA — can be an…
How to Communicate With Clients During a Transition
Transitions are disruptive. There’s no way around it. The amount of preparation that goes into the process can be overwhelming, especially if you’re starting an RIA. Some advisors plan for…
The Top 5 Action Steps to Transition Effectively in a COVID World
We live in a COVID world right now. Things are in a constant state of flux and society is changing rapidly. Even the financial services industry, which is notoriously “behind…
5 Common Transition Pitfalls and How to Avoid Them
Deciding to switch firms can be one of the most rewarding choices an advisor can make in his or her career. However, the decision comes with a lot of responsibility.…
The Key to a Successful Transition is Asking the Right Questions
When it comes to advisor transitions, preparation is the key to success. However, it’s hard to know how to prepare when you aren’t sure who to get your information from.…
How I Finally Figured Out What a TAMP Is
Once upon a time (about 4 years ago), I started my own firm, and I was riding the roller coaster of entrepreneur emotions. Going from feeling like I was on top of the world, being free and empowered.
RIA Archiving Platforms – Differentiators to Look For
The RIA space is BOOMING. Advisors are making moves left and right. The Great Resignation, brought about by a global pandemic, has reached a fever pitch and the financial services…
Raymond James vs Charles Schwab – An RIA Model Comparison
Choosing a custodian is an important decision when starting an RIA. The problem is, it’s hard to find objective research on the subject.