by Patrick M. Kelly | Aug 14, 2014 | Going Independent
[pullquote]“The Protocol for Broker Recruiting” for financial advisors has become an industry standard[/pullquote] “The Protocol for Broker Recruiting” establishes a framework of best practices for financial advisors who are moving firms or going independent in order...
by Patrick M. Kelly | Jul 12, 2013 | Going Independent, RIA
“When wirehouse brokers consider shifting to independence, they need to weigh a lot of factors and ask a lot of questions. John Stuart and Mag Black-Scott of Beverly Hills Wealth Management provide 11 questions that should be top of mind for advisors before making the...
by Patrick M. Kelly | May 1, 2013 | Breakaway Brokers, Going Independent
If you are a financial advisor looking to acquire or sell a practice, Willis-Consulting Inc. can assist you in the process. Our practice acquisition specialists will help manage your transition and assist you in structuring a satisfying agreement that compensates you...
by Patrick M. Kelly | Apr 25, 2013 | Broker-Dealers, Going Independent
“The independent broker-dealer space has all the elements of a high-adventure video game this year, and only the most advanced players may be up for the challenge.” Anticipating and navigating regulations is growing more daunting, while shrewder strategies are needed...
by Patrick M. Kelly | Oct 31, 2012 | Going Independent, Wells Fargo
Wells Fargo Advisors Financial Network has added four practices. With these financial advisors its independent brokerage arm, FiNet, has over 1,100 owners and financial advisors in more than 540 practices, with over $55.5 billion in assets under management. The new...
by Patrick M. Kelly | Oct 4, 2012 | Going Independent, RIA
A wealth of information for all RIA’s or those considering going the independent route is now available in the October issue of OnWallStreet.com. As a supplement and produced by SourceMedia Marketing Solutions Group, the broker-dealer guide and ranking of independent...