Q124 – What Is An RIA-Friendly Broker-Dealer?

Q124 – What Is An RIA-Friendly Broker-Dealer?

… Also available as podcast (Episode #124) Apple  |  Android  |  Spotify  |  Amazon  |  Audible What Is An RIA-Friendly Broker-Dealer? TL;DR – If you aspire to have your own RIA, yet still have a need to accommodate legacy commission assets, there are...
Q123 – What Additional Responsibilities Come With Your Own RIA?

Q123 – What Additional Responsibilities Come With Your Own RIA?

… Also available as podcast (Episode #123) Apple  |  Android  |  Spotify  |  Amazon  |  Audible What Additional Responsibilities Come With Your Own RIA? TL;DR – The RIA model comes with many advantages such as better economics, more flexibility with your...
Q122 – Is The Payout In The RIA Model Really 100%?

Q122 – Is The Payout In The RIA Model Really 100%?

… Also available as podcast (Episode #122) Apple  |  Android  |  Spotify  |  Amazon  |  Audible Is The Payout In The RIA Model Really 100%? TL;DR – If you have your own RIA, yes the “payout” is 100%.  It isn’t actually a payout at all,...
Q121 – Do I Have To Drop My Series 7 If I Go RIA?

Q121 – Do I Have To Drop My Series 7 If I Go RIA?

… Also available as podcast (Episode #121) Apple  |  Android  |  Spotify  |  Amazon  |  Audible Do I Have To Drop My Series 7 If I Go RIA? A common misconception about the RIA model is that you must be 100% fee-only, and thus “drop your 7.”  While...
Q120 – Are There Platform Fees In The RIA Model?

Q120 – Are There Platform Fees In The RIA Model?

… Also available as podcast (Episode #120) Apple  |  Android  |  Spotify  |  Amazon  |  Audible Are There Platform Fees In The RIA Model? So-called “platform fees” are often found in the independent broker/dealer model. It is important to be aware of...
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