Q156 – Do Custodians Have Minimum AUM Requirements?

Q156 – Do Custodians Have Minimum AUM Requirements?

… Also available as podcast (Episode #156) Apple  |  Android  |  Spotify  |  Amazon  |  Audible Do Custodians Have Minimum AUM Requirements? TL;DR – Choosing a custodian to hold your clients’ assets is one of the most significant decisions when...
Q155 – What Is A W2 RIA Model?

Q155 – What Is A W2 RIA Model?

… Also available as podcast (Episode #155) Apple  |  Android  |  Spotify  |  Amazon  |  Audible What is a W2 RIA model? TL;DR – Many people think of the RIA model as an “independent” model.  This is accurate, as many pathways into the model are...
Q154 – What Is An RIA Aggregator?

Q154 – What Is An RIA Aggregator?

… Also available as podcast (Episode #154) Apple  |  Android  |  Spotify  |  Amazon  |  Audible What is an RIA aggregator? TL;DR – There is no regulatory or industry standard definition of what an RIA “aggregator” is. Instead, the term has been...
Q153 – What Are Red Flags To Look Out For In The RIA Model?

Q153 – What Are Red Flags To Look Out For In The RIA Model?

… Also available as podcast (Episode #153) Apple  |  Android  |  Spotify  |  Amazon  |  Audible What are red flags to look out for in the RIA model? TL;DR – All affiliation models have pros and cons.  Unfortunately, all models have red flags to look out...
Q152 – Should I Join A Hybrid RIA?

Q152 – Should I Join A Hybrid RIA?

… Also available as podcast (Episode #152) Apple  |  Android  |  Spotify  |  Amazon  |  Audible Should I join a hybrid RIA? TL;DR – There are multiple pathways into the RIA model worth considering for your practice. One pathway is joining an existing RIA,...
Q151 – What Licenses Do I Need For The RIA Model?

Q151 – What Licenses Do I Need For The RIA Model?

… Also available as podcast (Episode #151) Apple  |  Android  |  Spotify  |  Amazon  |  Audible What licenses do I need for the RIA model? TL;DR – In most cases, an advisor needs to have passed the Series 65 exam to qualify to become an Investment Advisor...