As we know by now… there are many alternatives to commission-based products. There are fee-based annuities, insurance, and, alternative investments. But, now, there’s actually another solution to consider for your “legacy” BD business. This week, Chuck talks with DPL’s David Lau about an interesting new way for advisors leaving the BD world to hold on to their legacy variable annuities & mutual funds (and get paid on them) all without needing to have a Series 7. Sound too good to be true? Check out this episode to see how.
So… you want to build your own RIA – congrats! In this episode, Chuck is joined by Barry Sloane, CEO of NewTek and together they unpack many of the “ancillary” services you’ll want to consider adding to your new RIA firm. They will cover: IT, cybersecurity, phones, payroll, health insurance, and more. Perhaps not as “sexy” as Direct Indexing, but, all important building blocks for your new firm. Enjoy!
In this episode, Chuck Failla is joined by Corey Walen from Bridgemark Strategies to discusses the pros and cons of the 2 main pathways to the RIA space: building your own firm or joining an existing one. As with most big decisions, there is much to be considered and the best choice for one may not be the best choice for another. During this podcast, Chuck and Corey flesh out the items you’ll want to add to your checklist as you figure out which route is best for you.
This week, Jeff and Chuck will talk with RIA tech guru Tim Welsh, president of Nexus Strategy. Whether you plan to build your own RIA or tuck into an existing RIA, they cover how to (and how NOT to) address your current and future tech needs.
This week, Jeff and Chuck talk with Brian Hamburger about the DO's and DON'Ts regarding making your move from your broker-dealer to the RIA space. Learn how to put together a game plan for a smooth transition to independence.
