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Why Wirehouse Advisors Shouldn't Fear Going Independent

From InvestmentNews
Added on November 2017 in Join an RIA
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Summary: In my role as vice president, field development at Commonwealth Financial Network®, I talk to a lot of financial advisors about how our firm can help them build the business they've always wanted. For advisors already in the independent channel, the conversation is often relatively straightforward: they want to know if we can give them what their current broker/dealer isn't delivering. These folks are used to running their own show and primarily looking for a better support system to help them do it.    

Morgan Stanley dumps broker recruiting protocol

From InvestmentNews
Added on October 2017 in Join an RIA
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Summary: Morgan Stanley's decision to leave an industry agreement known as the protocol for broker recruiting is an indication that the firm is working harder than ever to prevent its brokers from jumping ship, industry sources said.    

Don't Be a Jerk

From WealthManagement
Added on October 2017 in Join an RIA
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Summary: Many advisors assume it’s a seller’s market, where they're in the driver’s seat and have a free pass to act without concern for how they come across to the hiring manager. They often barrel forward with the demeanor of someone who’s ready to fight for the best deal on a new car. But being unkind to recruiters is not likely to get you what you want—a positive attitude is more likely to attract positive results.

Ric Edelman looks into the future of financial advice

From InvestmentNews
Added on October 2017 in Join an RIA
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Summary: Here are some high notes from Ric Edelman's latest book, "The Truth About Your Future: The Money Guide You Need Now, Later, and Much Later" (Simon & Schuster, 2017).
Expect to live longer, work longer, and get more free stuff, says the the chairman and co-founder of Edelman Financial Services.

RIAs Are Paying Up for Talent

From Barron's Advisor Center
Added on October 2017 in Join an RIA
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Summary: Big RIA firms are paying more to ensure they have good talent, writes FinancialAdvisorIQ.This year, 92% of all large advisory firms increased salaries across the board, the publication says, citing a Fidelity report. And nearly 50% gave raises “that outpaced the national average for their respective positions,” the publication says.

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