When businesses work with others, each party typically expects something in return for the service or product provided – and contracts are the only way to make sure that everybody upholds their end of a bargain. A contract helps each party understand their...
Break Away From The Pack
Year: 2023
Should you bring another financial advisor into your firm?
At some point, you may consider whether or not it's beneficial to bring in another professional to join your firm. Having another knowledgeable professional on your team may seem like a positive step forward for your business's continued growth and success. Before...
When should you start planning your own investment firm?
Perhaps you’re thinking of breaking away and starting your own investment firm. Maybe this has always been your goal and you were just getting experience working at a larger firm. Or perhaps you assumed you would work for this firm for a long time, but now you’re...
Compliance checklist for Registered Investment Advisors
Investing can be a complex and challenging process, and that's why many individuals and businesses turn to Registered Investment Advisors (RIAs) for professional guidance. As an RIA, it is crucial to establish trust with clients by providing high-quality services...
How non-solicitation clauses can impact starting a breakaway RIA
Working in the investment or finance sector can be very lucrative and also very challenging. People have to balance technical prowess and market expertise with the curation of their professional relationships. Oftentimes, working as an employee at a finance company or...
The importance of professional liability insurance for RIA firms
Some types of insurance are necessary for those starting just about any kind of business. For example, you need general liability insurance in case a client slips in a spill and breaks a hip. You need workers’ compensation insurance in case the person who trips is one...
Why employee morals clauses can be crucial for investment firms
For investment professionals, reputation is everything. Clients must be able to trust you to make the best decisions for their assets. These days, that trust can disappear in minutes with one viral social media post. You likely remember such a post on Twitter a few...
Why do people decide to start their own financial advisor firms?
You’re interested in “breaking away” and starting your own wealth management firm. You know that this is going to bring some challenges. You need to determine what legal steps to take to set up the firm, for example. You’ll also have complete control over operations,...
Can an employee handbook benefit your financial advisor firm?
When you break away and start your own firm, you can expect to face many new responsibilities. For example, if this is your first time as a leader, you must develop a way to manage your employees effectively. Contrary to popular belief, workers in all industries...
Utilizing intellectual property to craft a brand
If you are thinking about starting your own financial advising firm or an RIA, it is important to consider the ways in which your company’s use of intellectual property (IP) can potentially make or break your brand. Your business will be operating in a competitive...