Going independent — what does that really mean?
Advisers don't always understand the pros and cons of the various business structures available to them.
Broker-dealer M&A: Is your firm next?
These three consolidation types can have the biggest impact on advisers.
Advisers getting left behind as broker-dealers respond to Finra priority letter
The problem lies in who gets defined as a rogue broker.
DOL fiduciary rule changes not one size fits all
Broker-dealer changes affect how advisers can do business.
Top five reasons the independent broker-dealer space continues to shrink
Firms today must do much more in their relationship with advisers to keep them satisfied.
Commonly overlooked nuances of forgivable notes
It may be more essential to negotiate how a note is forgiven than the amount of capital that is being offered.
Don’t assume cash will rule where you move your practice
Set the reset button on upfront money expectations.
Financial advisers need not plan their exits alone
Independent broker-dealers stand out by offering more services, including succession planning.
It’s about more than payouts
Some broker-dealers have resources that help advisers create a bigger pie, not just boost their slice
How to prep for a broker-dealer change
While financial advisers evaluate the offerings of a new broker-dealer, firms are taking a hard look to ensure an adviser is a good fit for them.
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