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A Losing Battle at Merrill: Why a Former Leader Left the Herd for Independence–the Value of Culture and the “Intoxicating” Effects of Freedom

A Losing Battle at Merrill: Why a Former Leader Left the Herd for Independence–the Value of Culture and the “Intoxicating” Effects of Freedom

To Greg Franks, the “bankifying” of Merrill, which he served at for nearly 3 decades, was nothing short of “tragic.” The former Merrill leader shares his experience and the story of his own leap to independence to the helm of Snowden Lane Partners.

Third Gen UBS Breakaway Finds Sanctuary: $150mm in Assets and a Long Runway to Grow

Third Gen UBS Breakaway Finds Sanctuary: $150mm in Assets and a Long Runway to Grow

Next gen Tom Stadum realized that he had a long runway and greater opportunity beyond UBS. So once his partner/father fulfilled the obligations of his retirement agreement, Tom left to build independent firm Fjell Capital with Sanctuary Wealth.

Industry Update on Recruiting: Should you go for the forgivable loan?

Industry Update on Recruiting: Should you go for the forgivable loan?

The convention of offering a forgivable loan or recruitment deal has been the subject of a long-standing debate in the wealth management industry. Should advisors take the upfront deal or opt for the long-term potential of independence?

The 7 Most Common Concerns that Keep Advisors Up at Night

The 7 Most Common Concerns that Keep Advisors Up at Night

By Mindy Diamond, WealthManagement.com – No doubt that changing market conditions, looming regulatory and tax law modifications, asset allocation and client requirements weigh heavily on the minds of all advisors—but for those considering change, there’s even more that they’re losing sleep over.

An “Industry Outsider” Shows What’s Possible When Building a Financial Planning Firm from the Ground Up

An “Industry Outsider” Shows What’s Possible When Building a Financial Planning Firm from the Ground Up

Anders Jones discusses how Facet Wealth’s combination of a lower-asset client target, specially-designed technology, remote client services and unique subscription-based model is serving as a template for financial advice firms of the future.

Financial Advisors Ask: Is Our Team Better Together or Apart?

Financial Advisors Ask: Is Our Team Better Together or Apart?

By Mindy Diamond, Forbes.com – Just like a marriage, the early years of a partnership often reflect the initial values and ideals you shared as a courting couple. Yet people and circumstances evolve over time, so unless you grow together, you’re likely to grow apart.

Better Together or Apart: A Breakaway Advisor Shares Why He and His Team Chose Separate Paths

Better Together or Apart: A Breakaway Advisor Shares Why He and His Team Chose Separate Paths

For Dan Johnson and his multi-generational team at Merrill it became apparent they each had different goals and timelines. He discusses why they chose different paths, opting for independence over a recruitment deal or inheriting a book and more.

How an ex-Wells Fargo Team Turned a “Paper Tablecloth” Vision into 3X Revenue and $8.5B in Assets in 5 Years

How an ex-Wells Fargo Team Turned a “Paper Tablecloth” Vision into 3X Revenue and $8.5B in Assets in 5 Years

Gerry Goldberg, of GYL Financial Synergies, joins the show to share why he felt Wells Fargo FiNet wasn’t independent enough and how, as an RIA, his team tripled their assets and revenue, in partnership with Focus Financial Partners.

Industry Update on Partnerships: 10 Questions to Help Identify if You’re Still Right for Each Other

Industry Update on Partnerships: 10 Questions to Help Identify if You’re Still Right for Each Other

When it comes to building a strong business, nothing is better than a great partnership. Yet the shared mindset can change over time. Learn 10 questions to help determine if you’ve just hit a rocky patch or if breaking up may be the best path.

Solving for Freedom, Control & Succession: How the Next Gen of a $330mm UBS Team Forged a Path to Independence

Solving for Freedom, Control & Succession: How the Next Gen of a $330mm UBS Team Forged a Path to Independence

Next gen advisor Bryan Garris wanted what other independent advisors had: The freedom and control to serve clients as true fiduciaries. After careful due diligence and planning, he and his partners left UBS to launch RIA TriaGen Wealth Management.

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