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 24, 2011 | RIA
Everyone has been speculating as to what the new fiduciary requirements will be, but there has been very little out there as to what RIAs and other financial services professionals can do to ensure they will be in compliance when the new regulations are finalized by...
by Patrick M. Kelly | Sep 24, 2010 | Breakaway Brokers, Going Independent
Are you one of the many financial advisors thinking about going independent? If so, make sure you have a solid plan. The transition process can be extremely smooth for your clients who follow if you have developed a business plan. This transition process typically...