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CFP Board Proposes Changes to Disciplinary Process

Added on November 2018 in Form an RIA
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Summary: The Certified Financial Planner Board of Standards said Tuesday that it is seeking public comment on proposed changes to its disciplinary process.The proposed Procedural Rules, which will consolidate and replace CFP Board’s existing Disciplinary Rules and Procedures and Appeal Rules and Procedures, are designed “to improve” CFP Board’s enforcement function.

7 top adviser concerns in 2019

Added on November 2018 in Manage Your Practice
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Summary: With 2018 coming to an end, here are some of the top business concerns that are keeping advisers at Best Practices Award-winning firms up at night. Check out their 2019 priorities to see if your firm should be thinking about these challenges for the new year.

My Story: 11.27.18 Mature Solo Practitioner, Minneapolis-St. Paul, MN

Added on November 2018 in M&A Issues
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Summary: I'm a 63-year-old CFP® adviser with my own independent RIA in the Mpls west metro, seeking an adviser to join my one-person firm for possible succession. I specialize in ESG/SRI and investment/financial/retirement planning for women. You must share those interests. If you want fair treatment and comp, no bs, freedom to do the right thing, and an opportunity to take over my firm, let's talk.

Can I Afford to Take Out a Loan to Acquire Another Practice?

Added on November 2018 in M&A Issues
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Summary: As interest among independent financial advisors in growing through acquisitions continues to grow, one question that has increasingly been asked is, “Can I afford to take out a loan to purchase another independent wealth management practice?”

The Top Factors That Influence M&A Deals

Added on November 2018 in M&A Issues
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Summary: When it comes to selling a practice, there are a few general factors that nearly every advisor realizes will go a long way toward shaping a fair valuation. One is revenue. A practice that both has strong, growing revenues and keeps expenses in check while investing in the business is typically an attractive acquisition target.  

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