I am an independent advisor that clears with First Clearing (now Wells Fargo Clearing). I do not like having to work with WF. We have had many headaches since they bought out FC. Their platform and t...
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I am an independent advisor that clears with First Clearing (now Wells Fargo Clearing). I do not like having to work with WF. We have had many headaches since they bought out FC. Their platform and t...
read moreConsidering leaving advisor job at Fidelity for ria. In Boston, what firms should I look at and what questions are most important to ask. Also what can I expect to make year 1 vs year 5. Thanks in adv...
read moreAnyone here looking at FA roles? The RIA I work for is hiring aggressively. DM me if you are interested.
How do the various RIAs out there access alternative investments? I’m sure most use iCapital/CAIS but has anyone heard of +Subscribe?
Our firm recently transitioned to RIA. I would like to know which accounting software is best since we must provide the state financials. We are currently using QuickBooks, and it does a terrible job....
read moreLooking to grow your business? Consider partnering with a seasoned Financial Advisor. With Series 7,66, Life insurance licensed and 20 years as a producer, this Advisor is ready to contribute immediat...
read moreHi folks👋🏼 I’m looking for an opportunity to work for a RÍA practice as a Paraplanner, associate or Junior FA. I have 15+ in the financial industry, hold a couple of securities and insurance license...
read moreI got moved from TD Ameritrade to Schwab after the merger. Schwab is terrible. Any one else feeling let down but this merger?
Any RIAs looking for a Series 24 for remote work? Need a CCO or Supervision Principal? Or Are you solo and looking for a way to grow your business by adding someone who could help right away? I ...
read more📢 Seeking Advice on Career Move to Equitable Advisors 🤔 Hello fellow Independent Financial Advisors! I'm considering change of scenery by moving to Equitable Advisors after a successful run at UBS...
read moreI’m looking to buy a book of business, let me know if anyone here can help in any way. Appreciate any connections in your network who’d make a good partner.
Hello fellow financial advisors, I am reaching out to explore the possibility of aggregating our production and AUM together to seek new opportunities. By working together, we can strategically lever...
read moreI have 4 years of experience and I am currently a Compliance Officer at a fintech/broker dealer firm. I already have a masters in finance and undergrad degree in finance. Would a part time Jd make sen...
read moreJust passed my CFP, have my 7, 63, 66, 24 and have been in the business since 1999. Located in St. Augustine, FL anyone looking to add a team member? Local or remote
What should you pay an administrative assistant? What are the Jones guys paying BOAs? I have always paid hourly, but I guess many are doing salary.
I’ve been in the industry for 23+ years, 16+ of those spent as a Producing Branch Manager. I hold S7, S63, S66, S24 and I’ve completed the education for the CFP (need to pass the exam). I excel in rel...
read moreBest way to generate leads today?
Average salary for a Senior Associate who’s in the process of getting their CFP?
How much does a book of business typically sell for? Thinking of buying my partner out. I'm managing his book and have been for 5 years.
Anyone charging for held away assets? How are you positioning this? Do you charge the same amount as assets under management or is it lower?