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They have celebrity status now, but many investors aren’t clear about what a special purpose acquisition company (SPAC) stock actually is. In simple terms, it’s a stock you can buy that doesn’t have an underlying business. And despite their notoriety, it’s hard to be certain if they offer meaningful value, are just another risky fad, or are 300-year-old history repeating itself.
Read this article now to get a better understanding of how SPACs work, as well as the potential upsides and risks. Topics discussed include:
Make sure you know the ins and outs of SPACs so you and your clients can make the right decision when it comes to whether or not to invest.
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If you’re considering breaking away from your current firm, you have a lot to think about. And high on that list should be evaluating potential technology partners. From billing to reporting to data recon, trading, and compliance, it’s critical for your essential business processes to run smoothly, especially while you’re busy building your new brand. But with so many technology options available, how do you choose?
Start right here, with this Breakaway Playbook. In it, you’ll learn how to determine which technology is built to support your growing business by asking questions like:
Before you start a search for your new tech partner, download this Breakaway Playbook to help guide your decision!
© 2021 Orion Advisor Technology
1169-OAT-04/06/2021
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Transitioning to a new firm can be tricky, but doing so often makes sense. According to a recent study, more than half of financial professionals have either moved or considered moving to a new firm in the past five years.* Additionally, a vast majority say they were happy with their decision. Change can be difficult, but there are ways to make this sort of transition more successful.
Download this white paper now to get a better understanding of why many financial professionals seek out a new firm, the common concerns associated with a transition, and how the overall experience can set a financial professional up for success. You will also learn:
Moving can be unsettling, but can also offer opportunities for your business If you’re considering a change, find out how to control the journey and chart a path that works best for you and your clients.
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With many people working remotely, and communications with clients often circumnavigating the office altogether, it can open your firm up to a cyberattack. Any sort of attack could seriously damage your business and client relationships – and take years to recover. The good news is that there is something you can do to easily protect your business.
Download this checklist now for 5 key steps you can take to ensure your firm isn’t irreparably damaged by a cyberattack. They include:
Act now to ensure you and your clients aren’t vulnerable.
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For many investment advisors, the ’08 financial crisis and COVID-19 pandemic highlighted just how valuable the Registered Investment Advisor (RIA) model can be for their business. With more freedom and control to do what’s best for their clients, independence has helped advisors soar when the odds were stacked against them. In this four-part white paper, we share insights from real RIAs on how the RIA model helped them navigate turbulent times, the unique advantages they’ve enjoyed through independence, and why now is the best time for you to make the transition.
Download this white paper to discover how the RIA model has helped advisors thrive, with discussions centered around:
Schwab Advisor Services™ serves independent investment advisors and includes the custody, trading, and support services of Charles Schwab & Co., Inc. (Schwab), member SIPC. Independent investment advisors are not owned by, affiliated with, or supervised by Schwab.
This is a sponsored feature developed by Schwab and supported by ThinkAdvisor.
ThinkAdvisor is not affiliated with The Charles Schwab Corporation. Any mention of third-party firms or individuals is not and should not be construed as a recommendation, endorsement, or sponsorship by Schwab.
ThinkAdvisor will share your information with Sponsor, Charles Schwab & Co., Inc. Schwab may use it to contact you and to send you additional insights from Schwab Advisor Services™. Read about privacy at Schwab at www.schwab.com/privacy.
©2021 Charles Schwab & Co., Inc. All rights reserved. Member SIPC.
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While it may be a new year, one thing remains the same: low bond yields. However, many investors don’t fully understand the challenges and risks this environment presents. It’s important to clear up confusion now on the diversification power of bonds, their performance potential, and their liquidity profile for the rest of the year.
Download this article to get answers to three critical questions you and your investor clients should consider when determining next steps regarding bonds. These include:
After the tests created by the events of 2020, ensure portfolios are set up to overcome new challenges in the year ahead.
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With the Fed trying to jump-start the pandemic-damaged economy, it created a policy that, to some economists and investors, created a dangerous environment where some financial assets, and even real goods and services, may reach inflated levels. However, it is making floating-rate securities a potentially intriguing hedge.
Read this article now to understand how you and your clients can take advantage of the current market while inflation is becoming a larger overall concern, including 4 specific risks:
Take steps to enact smart investing policies now to maximize your return.
*FactSet, 1/31/21.
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During the height of the pandemic, many Americans moved in with loved ones to help take care of them. This probably made them painfully aware of the importance of being financially prepared for long term care in their future. Because of this, long term care insurance, which was already top of mind before the pandemic, has likely become an even more popular topic between advisors and their clients these days.
Download this guide now to get a better understanding of how to recommend different long term care options and how you can ensure clients get solutions unique to their needs. You will also get tips on how to address real world scenarios, including:
Make sure your clients and their loved ones are ready for the future.
For agent or broker use only. Not for distribution to the public. EssentialLTC is a tax-qualified, stand-alone Long Term Care insurance policy. Product underwritten by National Guardian Life Insurance Company (NGL). National Guardian Life Insurance Company is not affiliated with the Guardian Life Insurance Company of America, a.k.a. The Guardian or Guardian Life. 5027 04/21
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Find out how mid-cap companies have shown the flexibility and strength to bounce back after previous market downturns in our latest whitepaper.
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With the economy still in flux, many advisors may be looking to get out of the business and this could provide you a prime opportunity for growth. One of the best ways to grow your business is by adding an existing firm under your umbrella. Whether you are buying or selling in the current market, there is still a right way and a wrong way to go about it.
Download this infographic now for five things you need to know about buying or selling. These include:
Make sure you get the most value possible as you embark on a new stage for your business.
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For wealthier clients, a gifting strategy can be an important tool to use within an overall estate plan. And with a new administration in the White House, it’s important to understand both why a gifting strategy makes sense, and when to talk about it with your clients, especially if they come to you with questions.
Download this eBook to learn the top four reasons to suggest a gifting strategy to your clients, as well as the three most common types of gifts. You’ll also find out:
Does a gifting strategy fit into your clients’ overall estate plans? Download this eBook to find out.
© 2021 Orion Portfolio Solutions
0822-OPS-3/15/2021
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You probably didn’t expect to become a mental health expert over the past year, but it’s now part of your ever-growing list of priorities. A recent report says two-thirds of senior-level decision makers in financial services are considering quitting their jobs if stress levels do not improve. As you look for ways to support your employees during a global pandemic and wild swings in the market, it’s easy to become overwhelmed by the complexity of the issue.
Download this white paper now for 6 key steps you can take that will help you design a comprehensive approach to behavioral health for your employees. Topics discussed include:
When you take time to invest in building a comprehensive strategy designed to meet your employees’ individual needs, it can make a huge difference in morale and productivity.
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Advisors considering breaking away from their current firm and establishing their independence cite one nearly universal fear: That their clients won’t follow.
Download this eBook to learn some surprising facts about how clients really feel when their advisor leaves a firm, as well as four powerful strategies designed to help you bring as much of your current business with you on your breakaway journey as possible.
Find out:
Download the eBook now.
© 2021 Orion Advisor Technology
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The COVID-19 crisis has kept our industry on its toes, pushing firms and clients to find new ways to communicate and collaborate in spite of new difficulties. If anything, it has underscored how important it is to use technology to your benefit.
This case study covers how advisors like Mike McCann have used technology to automate routine tasks, stay connected with clients and colleagues, and ensure they provide responsive service for every client. His firm, Perspective Financial Services, has used technology to power growth in the face of these challenges – growth for both their clients and their firm.
In reading Mike’s story and his advice, you too can learn to apply these technology tools to your own practice and be better prepared to take on the unexpected.
We’ll cover powerful and practical tech insights and guidance, including:
Download this case study to learn how your firm can power a better client experience.
Schwab Advisor Services™ serves independent investment advisors and includes the custody, trading, and support services of Charles Schwab & Co., Inc. (Schwab), member SIPC. Independent investment advisors are not owned by, affiliated with, or supervised by Schwab.
This is a sponsored feature developed by Schwab and supported by ThinkAdvisor.
ThinkAdvisor is not affiliated with The Charles Schwab Corporation. Any mention of third-party firms or individuals is not and should not be construed as a recommendation, endorsement, or sponsorship by Schwab.
ThinkAdvisor will share your information with Sponsor, Charles Schwab & Co., Inc. Schwab may use it to contact you and to send you additional insights from Schwab Advisor Services™. Read about privacy at Schwab at www.schwab.com/privacy.
©2021 Charles Schwab & Co., Inc. All rights reserved. Member SIPC.
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In this time when it’s difficult to create meaningful connections with clients and prospects, finding ways to nurture these relationships and enhance loyalty is key. Implementing a process that shows you care about what’s important to them can make a major difference. This is called “Surprise & Delight” and it can have a direct impact on retention and referrals.
Download this guide now to learn more about the “Surprise and Delight” process and how you can make it work for your firm. Topics discussed include:
Ensure your clients know you care – put a process in place that helps you deliver superior service every year.
FOR FINANCIAL PROFESSIONAL USE ONLY: Securities and investment advisory services are offered through the firms: FSC Securities Corporation, Royal Alliance Associates, Inc., SagePoint Financial, Inc., Triad Advisors, LLC, and Woodbury Financial Services, Inc., broker-dealers, registered investment advisers, and members of FINRA and SIPC. Securities are offered through Securities America, Inc., a broker-dealer and member of FINRA and SIPC. Advisory services are offered through Arbor Point Advisors, LLC, Ladenburg Thalmann Asset Management, Inc., Securities America Advisors, Inc., and Triad Hybrid Solutions, LLC, registered investment advisers. Advisory programs offered by FSC Securities Corporation, Royal Alliance Associates, Inc., SagePoint Financial, Inc., and Woodbury Financial Services, Inc., are sponsored by VISION2020 Wealth Management Corp., an affiliated registered investment adviser. Advisor Group, Inc. is an affiliate of these firms.
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As client service expectations increase and advisors are called upon to provide a client experience that rivals Spotify, Netflix, and Amazon Prime, the next logical step may be implementing a fee model that mirrors those subscription services.
In this white paper, find out:
Download this white paper now!
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If you’re an advisor considering breaking away from your current firm, one of the most important decisions you’ll make is choosing your technology partner – and one of the most critical parts of your journey is the onboarding process.
When you’re in the process of establishing your new business, you need:
All that, plus a tech partner with a laser focus on the future. But you don’t have to look too far – find out why one advisor says: “[It] was one of the easiest choices I’ve made in this whole process.” Download this case study now!
© 2021 Orion Advisor Technology
0620-OAT-02/22/2020
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As the market continues to change rapidly each day, with everything from the pandemic to Reddit coming into play, it only adds to the stress on your firm. You and your employees are just trying to keep your head above water and even pre-pandemic 2 out of 3 financial services professionals reported work-related mental health issues. Your teams work hard and the right support can make a huge difference to their productivity and well-being.
Download this guide now to learn how you can make mental health a top priority for your firm, and provide quality support that will actually help your workforce. This includes how to evaluate possible programs by looking for:
The stress created by the events of 2020 is not going away, and if early 2021 is any indicator, it could only grow. Take steps now to protect you and your employees.
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Despite the fact that nearly 70% of advisors report using model portfolios of some kind in their practice*, many are still managing them in house.
Why?
In this eBook, you’ll learn about the two myths that keep advisors shackled to a bygone way of thinking about how they deliver value – and why those misconceptions could be stunting business growth. You’ll also discover the critical ways outsourcing model management can help you:
Is it time to reconsider the way you think about outsourcing model management? Download the eBook to find out.
*https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20201026005124/en/With-More-Than-70-of-Advisors-Using-Modelsi-Fidelity%C2%AE-Expands-Availability-and-Flexibility-of-Its-Model-Portfolios
© 2021 Orion Portfolio Solutions
0479-OPS-02/11/2021
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Alternative investments continue to gain market share, but the management of them continues to be behind the times. A large portion of alternative investment transactions are still processed manually. This means a higher rate of errors and a process that is slower and more expensive than it needs to be. Your clients may be more likely to get involved with alternatives if you have a better way to manage these investments for them.
Download this guide now to get a better understanding of where the errors and extra costs can come from and how to avoid them. You will also discover benefits of straight through processing of alternative investments including:
PLUS – Get a case study of a firm that successfully used straight through processing to cut costs.
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You’re in the business of building relationships – and for most of your career, it’s likely that you’ve done that through traditional avenues, such as industry conferences and in-person meetings.
But as the age of digital adoption continues, rapidly accelerated by the pandemic’s social distancing restrictions, advisors need to find new, virtual ways to attract prospects.
In this eBook, you’ll learn five powerful ways to master the art of digital lead generation, including:
Start embracing the digital prospecting age. Download the eBook today.
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To drive sustainable and profitable growth over the long term, smart RIAs implement strategies that help deepen existing client relationships while prospecting for new ones. Top producers often outpace competitors through new business improvements that focus on clients in order to build trust, even while striving to grow. Discover how you can duplicate their success so you can grow faster, maintain better retention rates, and achieve higher margins.
Download this white paper now to learn how you can move beyond commoditized investment management into holistic financial advice. This includes helping clients navigate life choices and offering life-coaching services. You will discover:
Advisors who can adapt to the changing needs of investors and enact certain best practices reliably outperform the competition. Make sure you’re one of them.
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These days more of your clients are likely showing interest in environmental, social, and governance (ESG) investing, and that trend shows no signs of slowing. Especially as the Millennial demographic controls an increasing share of wealth, investors want to align with companies who share similar values and societal views. They also demand more transparency as they look for positive societal impact.
Download this white paper now to understand the benefits of ESG investing, while debunking many of the common criticisms around it. You will learn:
As more clients care about where you are putting their money, make sure you’re ready to answer the call to ESG investing.
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People are more than a set of clinical factors, and how we live – our lifestyle – affects how long we live. These six lifestyle factors that everyone can relate to include things like sleep and physical activity. By understanding how these factors interact with each other (and other more traditional clinical factors used in underwriting), you can create a more holistic risk assessment, improve health outcomes, and create a better customer experience.
Access this article to learn more about The "Big Six" Lifestyle Factors and the new frontier of risk assessment.
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Learn why billion-dollar teams are breaking away to pursue the independent model and redefine the advisor industry.
Download this white paper to learn more about how the RIA model is changing the advisor industry.
Schwab Advisor Services™ serves independent investment advisors and includes the custody, trading, and support services of Charles Schwab & Co., Inc. (Schwab), member SIPC (www.sipc.com). Independent investment advisors are not owned by, affiliated with, or supervised by Schwab.
This is a sponsored feature developed by Charles Schwab and supported by ThinkAdvisor.
ThinkAdvisor is not affiliated with The Charles Schwab Corporation.
ThinkAdvisor will share your information with Sponsor, Charles Schwab & Co., Inc. Schwab may use it to contact you and to send you additional insights from Schwab Advisor Services™. Read about privacy at Schwab at www.schwab.com/privacy.
©2021 Charles Schwab & Co., Inc. All rights reserved. Member SIPC.
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In the last five years, the number of advisors moving to the independent Registered Investment Advisor ("RIA") space has increased significantly, with custodians and platform providers working together to help advisors reach their full potential. This move to independence brings new opportunities with it, including unique paths like the hybrid RIA model. Hybrid RIAs maintain both a brokerage and advisory business -- a combination that can benefit their clients and businesses alike.
Get an overview of the different types of hybrid models. See whether one aligns with your goals as you explore key topics:
Download this white paper to discover how the hybrid RIA model could help transform your business.
Schwab Advisor Services™ serves independent investment advisors and includes the custody, trading, and support services of Charles Schwab & Co., Inc. (Schwab), member SIPC (www.sipc.com). Independent investment advisors are not owned by, affiliated with, or supervised by Schwab.
This is a sponsored feature developed by Charles Schwab and supported by ThinkAdvisor.
ThinkAdvisor is not affiliated with The Charles Schwab Corporation.
ThinkAdvisor will share your information with Sponsor, Charles Schwab & Co., Inc. Schwab may use it to contact you and to send you additional insights from Schwab Advisor Services™. Read about privacy at Schwab at www.schwab.com/privacy.
©2021 Charles Schwab & Co., Inc. All rights reserved. Member SIPC.
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As a Registered Investment Advisor, knowing how the industry will change and what tomorrow’s clients will want can make you unstoppable. At Schwab Advisor Services™, our mission is to equip you with the innovative products and solutions that firms and investment advisors need to maximize their potential.
In this white paper, we paint a picture of the future of the investment industry – and how independent RIAs will thrive in it – with attention given to these specific areas:
These critical trends have put RIAs in a position to excel, and as a trusted custodian, we are here to help you seize the opportunity. Download this white paper to learn more.
Schwab Advisor Services™ serves independent investment advisors and includes the custody, trading, and support services of Charles Schwab & Co., Inc. (Schwab), member SIPC. Independent investment advisors are not owned by, affiliated with, or supervised by Schwab.
This is a sponsored feature developed by Charles Schwab and supported by ThinkAdvisor.
ThinkAdvisor is not affiliated with The Charles Schwab Corporation.
ThinkAdvisor will share your information with Sponsor, Charles Schwab & Co., Inc. Schwab may use it to contact you and to send you additional insights from Schwab Advisor Services™. Read about privacy at Schwab at www.schwab.com/privacy.
©2021 Charles Schwab & Co., Inc. All rights reserved. Member SIPC.
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Taking the leap to start your own Registered Investment Advisor ("RIA") firm gives you the opportunity to build your business and serve your clients, your way -- but you're not alone. Custodians and platform providers are ready to help you reach your full potential. Schwab Advisor Services™ has brought together more than 30 years of industry-leading expertise and insight in The RIA Roadmap. Download this guide to start your journey to independence, with discussions on:
Schwab Advisor Services™ serves independent investment advisors and includes the custody, trading, and support services of Charles Schwab & Co., Inc. (Schwab), member SIPC (www.sipc.org). Independent investment advisors are not owned by, affiliated with, or supervised by Schwab.
This is a sponsored feature developed by Charles Schwab and supported by ThinkAdvisor.
ThinkAdvisor is not affiliated with The Charles Schwab Corporation.
ThinkAdvisor will share your information with Sponsor, Charles Schwab & Co., Inc. Schwab may use it to contact you and to send you additional insights from Schwab Advisor Services™. Read about privacy at Schwab at www.schwab.com/privacy.
©2021 Charles Schwab & Co., Inc. All rights reserved. Member SIPC.
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More and more advisors are choosing independence to create the future they imagine for themselves and their clients. Custodians and platform providers work together to help position advisor teams to reach their full potential.
As a Registered Investment Advisor ("RIA"), you serve clients and design your business the way you know is best. Download this white paper and take a closer look at:
You’ll also receive time tested steps and a roadmap for making your own transformation.
Schwab Advisor Services™ serves independent investment advisors and includes the custody, trading, and support services of Charles Schwab & Co., Inc. (Schwab), member SIPC (www.sipc.org). Independent investment advisors are not owned by, affiliated with, or supervised by Schwab.
This is a sponsored feature developed by Charles Schwab and supported by ThinkAdvisor.
ThinkAdvisor is not affiliated with The Charles Schwab Corporation.
ThinkAdvisor will share your information with Sponsor, Charles Schwab & Co., Inc. Schwab may use it to contact you and to send you additional insights from Schwab Advisor Services™. Read about privacy at Schwab at www.schwab.com/privacy.
©2021 Charles Schwab & Co., Inc. All rights reserved. Member SIPC.
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Why are more and more advisors choosing independence? The answer is simple: The Registered Investment Advisor ("RIA") model has become more than a place to break free from tradition. Custodians and platform providers work together to help position advisor teams to reach their full potential. It's now the destination for those in search of a better way of doing business -- one where more freedom and control allows both advisors and their clients to thrive.
As you embark on your journey, consider the:
Download this white paper to discover the five business models for the modern RIA.
*The Cerulli Report: U.S. Intermediary Distribution 2018, Exhibit 2.07.
Schwab Advisor Services™ serves independent investment advisors and includes the custody, trading, and support services of Charles Schwab & Co., Inc. (Schwab), member SIPC (www.sipc.com). Independent investment advisors are not owned by, affiliated with, or supervised by Schwab.
This is a sponsored feature developed by Charles Schwab and supported by ThinkAdvisor.
ThinkAdvisor is not affiliated with The Charles Schwab Corporation.
ThinkAdvisor will share your information with Sponsor, Charles Schwab & Co., Inc. Schwab may use it to contact you and to send you additional insights from Schwab Advisor Services™. Read about privacy at Schwab at www.schwab.com/privacy.
©2021 Charles Schwab & Co., Inc. All rights reserved. Member SIPC.
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The hybrid advisor model is an ideal path for those who wish to maintain a commission-based business while building an advisory practice. Exploring a few key questions can help you identify your business goals and decide whether this is the right model for you.
This white paper includes important questions to consider:
No matter which path to independence you choose, custodians and platform providers will be ready to help you reach your full potential. Download this white paper to understand the benefits of the hybrid Registered Investment Advisor ("RIA") model.
Schwab Advisor Services™ serves independent investment advisors and includes the custody, trading, and support services of Charles Schwab & Co., Inc. (Schwab), member SIPC (www.sipc.com). Independent investment advisors are not owned by, affiliated with, or supervised by Schwab.
This is a sponsored feature developed by Charles Schwab and supported by ThinkAdvisor.
ThinkAdvisor is not affiliated with The Charles Schwab Corporation.
ThinkAdvisor will share your information with Sponsor, Charles Schwab & Co., Inc. Schwab may use it to contact you and to send you additional insights from Schwab Advisor Services™. Read about privacy at Schwab at www.schwab.com/privacy.
©2021 Charles Schwab & Co., Inc. All rights reserved. Member SIPC.
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The Registered Investment Advisor (RIA) model is an opportunity to build your own brand and put your clients first – but how do the economics work? Is the transition to independence worth the cost? Does the earning potential compare to wirehouse and independent broker-dealer models?
In Schwab Advisor Services’ latest white paper, The Economics of Independence, we evaluate key areas related to the financial success of a firm. By comparing revenue potential, cost control, and business equity, you can have a better idea of how the economics of independence stack up against those of your current practice.
Download this white paper to explore the rewards of independence.
Schwab Advisor Services™ serves independent investment advisors and includes the custody, trading, and support services of Charles Schwab & Co., Inc. (Schwab), member SIPC. Independent investment advisors are not owned by, affiliated with, or supervised by Schwab.
This is a sponsored feature developed by Charles Schwab and supported by ThinkAdvisor.
ThinkAdvisor is not affiliated with The Charles Schwab Corporation.
ThinkAdvisor will share your information with Sponsor, Charles Schwab & Co., Inc. Schwab may use it to contact you and to send you additional insights from Schwab Advisor Services™. Read about privacy at Schwab at www.schwab.com/privacy.
©2021 Charles Schwab & Co., Inc. All rights reserved. Member SIPC.
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There’s no denying that the Registered Investment Advisor (RIA) model brings more freedom and control to those who pursue it. But did you know that choosing the right custodian can make an even greater impact on your future? Schwab Advisor Services™ goes far beyond the basics, with in-depth assistance to help you choose the business model and solutions that are best for you – and continues to support you for the long haul.
Our white paper can help you decide what’s important to consider when choosing a custodian. We’ll go over various topics, including:
Download this white paper to see how the right custodian can impact your business.
Schwab Advisor Services™ serves independent investment advisors and includes the custody, trading, and support services of Charles Schwab & Co., Inc. (Schwab), member SIPC. Independent investment advisors are not owned by, affiliated with, or supervised by Schwab.
This is a sponsored feature developed by Charles Schwab and supported by ThinkAdvisor.
ThinkAdvisor is not affiliated with The Charles Schwab Corporation.
ThinkAdvisor will share your information with Sponsor, Charles Schwab & Co., Inc. Schwab may use it to contact you and to send you additional insights from Schwab Advisor Services™. Read about privacy at Schwab at www.schwab.com/privacy.
©2021 Charles Schwab & Co., Inc. All rights reserved. Member SIPC.
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The kind of support a Registered Investment Advisor ("RIA") receives is based on their personal and professional goals. Whether you want to pursue independence as an owner, an affiliate, or a teammate, Schwab can help you through the transition and support you throughout the life of your business.
In this white paper, we highlight the five most common RIA profiles while exploring topics like:
No matter which path to independence you choose, custodians and platform providers will be ready to help you reach your full potential. Download this white paper to learn more.
Schwab Advisor Services™ serves independent investment advisors and includes the custody, trading, and support services of Charles Schwab & Co., Inc. (Schwab), member SIPC (www.sipc.com). Independent investment advisors are not owned by, affiliated with, or supervised by Schwab.
This is a sponsored feature developed by Charles Schwab and supported by ThinkAdvisor.
ThinkAdvisor is not affiliated with The Charles Schwab Corporation.
ThinkAdvisor will share your information with Sponsor, Charles Schwab & Co., Inc. Schwab may use it to contact you and to send you additional insights from Schwab Advisor Services™. Read about privacy at Schwab at www.schwab.com/privacy.
©2021 Charles Schwab & Co., Inc. All rights reserved. Member SIPC.
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The role of the financial professional continues to evolve. It’s gone from being someone who could help pick the right stocks, to an asset manager, to a more sophisticated, holistic, wealth manager. Your clients want (and need) something more than an investment app. They want an objective, experienced, and reassuring guide who knows how to navigate the marketplace and can help them on the right path to their financial goals.
Download this white paper to explore 5 ways you can go beyond asset management and investment returns to offer clients greater value and reinforce why your services are important. This includes:
For use with financial professionals only. Advisory affiliated with Cetera firms are either registered representatives offering only brokerage services or are investment adviser representatives who can also offer advisory services.
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If we’ve learned one thing in 2020, it’s that we’re living in an age of disruption, especially when it comes to client and prospect interaction. Historically, advisors have offered a tech-augmented approach to client experience that still relied heavily on face-to-face meetings to improve relationships and increase engagement. Now, that experience needs to be fully supported by your advisor technology.
Download this white paper to learn more about what you should be demanding from your current and future technology in order to set you up for success. This includes asking key questions, such as:
By asking these tough questions, you can evaluate the tech you’re using now, and make sure it’s the right choice to help you succeed in the future.
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Maintaining a client relationship isn’t a linear process.
It’s a life cycle that constantly evolves as needs and capabilities change over time. To ensure that you and your clients are able to continue working together toward a common goal, it’s critical to build your client relationships on a solid foundation of communication and trust, as well as take advantage of the tools that empower a flexible approach to the advisor-client journey.
Download this eBook now to learn how to consistently update and connect with clients in a streamlined, scalable way. You will discover how the right client portal can help you:
Showcase your unique value proposition and strengthen your client relationships with the right client portal.
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Before you can meet — or exceed — your clients’ expectations, you need to understand what they are. As our world continues evolving, and our industry shifts to a landscape that’s almost fully digital, advisors are under pressure to compete not just with other advisors, but with digital delivery giants such as Amazon and Netflix.
In this guide, we explore the complex needs of today’s investors, and discuss how you can strengthen the advisor-client relationship by implementing the following into your practice:
Consistently delivering on these growing expectations — while continuing to scale your business — can be a challenge. Download our guide now to find out how to structure your services to provide an exceptional client experience without sacrificing your growth goals.
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Get your free copy of this data-packed white paper, which explains how to make planning a central part of your business, with a specific example of how to build planning into your first client meeting. It will also cover:
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As you look for new, creative ways to help your clients build their investment portfolios, any product type that allows you to defer or avoid capital gains taxes may be attractive. The 2018 tax reform law created a new category-Opportunity Zones. However, the IRS has continued to provide guidance on the exact rules that govern opportunity zone fund investments, so presenting them to clients can be complex.
Download this guide to understand the basics of opportunity zone funds and comparisons to other tax-advantaged investments, so you have the knowledge to confidently recommend them to clients. You will learn:
Inform yourself about opportunity zone funds now so you can answer client questions and guide their investment choices.
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As you grow your business, outsourcing investment operations to a managed account or Unified Managed Account (UMA) platform might start to make more sense. However, you may wonder what happens when you take that step. It can be worrisome to trust someone else for the micromanagement your clients need, but it’s something worth considering.
Download this white paper now for an overview of key considerations you should examine when exploring outsourcing your operations to a UMA platform. This includes 17 questions you should ask and answer, such as:
Using an outsourced platform can make you more efficient, but success depends on an informed choice.
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You’re part entrepreneur, part business owner, part mentor, and even — especially when the market is down — part psychiatrist. And yet, as you look to promote the business you’ve built, you must add yet another title to the list: Marketer. Luckily, with the help of this eBook, you can add Marketer to your list of titles with the confidence of knowing you have every aspect of a solid marketing plan covered.
Download this eBook now which will guide you through a step-by-step process to develop a marketing plan tailored specifically to your business needs and challenges. Steps include:
Utilize this fillable tool to help you connect with clients and prospects in the right way. Marketing yourself can be tricky, but this resource can help streamline that process.
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Being a financial advisor in 2020 has been like trying to pilot a lunar landing using a hang glider – beyond challenging, impossible to predict, and with more than just a little turbulence. The COVID-induced disruption to the market continues to accelerate the need for RIAs to re-think their business and operating models as we enter a new era with new norms. One possible solution is outsourcing to a unified managed account (UMA) portfolio and practice management platform.
Download this white paper now for insights on how you can balance portfolio construction with business development. While you may be nervous about outsourcing investment management, this resource will help you answer 3 key questions:
As clients look to you for more customization and tailored portfolios, it’s hard to do that and maintain all the other aspects of an advisory business. Find out how you can create more time for client relationships while still protecting your bottom line.
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As the world continues to change rapidly, most advisors have a difficult question to answer: How can I offer competitive service to a changing demographic in an uncertain investment environment? The only answer is to find the opportunities that help you remain competitive and add more value to clients. Two key factors in doing this are how you adopt new technology solutions, and a broader inclusion of alternative assets that enhance portfolio diversification.
Download this guide now for insights on how you can adapt to shifting customer expectations and overcome 5 challenges that hinder the adoption of new tools. These include:
Find out how you can rethink the way you do business, embracing innovative solutions that will help you streamline operations and enhance the client experience.
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Smart advisors know having more high-net-worth (HNW) investors and their assets in their book of business can free up time to pursue new business opportunities and drive further growth. And emerging HNW investors are a segment worth pursuing: They represent almost 10% of all U.S. households, and more than one-third of them don’t have a financial advisor. However, understanding their needs is key.
Download this white paper now for insights on how to close the generational gap to reach emerging HNW investors. You will learn:
No matter the status of the economy, these prospects need financial advice. It may seem overwhelming to do the work to connect with this demographic, but it could pay off in business growth. Find out how!
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The COVID-19 outbreak continues to wreak havoc on economies worldwide. Despite these dire times, leading advisors report that one of the best times for true organic growth comes during market downturns and economic recessions. While this may sound counterintuitive, it makes sense if you look at it from the demand side of professional advice and guidance. This market includes DIY investors looking for answers, and those who may be dissatisfied with their financial advisor looking for a new one.
Download this white paper now to learn how to retain your existing clients by providing exceptional service while remaining proactive and visible in the marketplace to attract new prospects. Topics discussed include:
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Financial events in the workplace are often relegated to retirement plan advisors, but why? With the majority of American workers undereducated about their finances and investments—56% of all workers don't know how much they'll need to save for retirement*— there’s a clear need to get more information out. Hosting workplace financial wellness events is an opportunity to help you improve the financial well-being of employees, strengthen your current relationships, and build new, potentially long-term relationships.
Download this white paper now to get more information on how to take advantage of this opportunity and how to do it well, including:
With actionable advice, you could be among the first financial professionals to realize this burgeoning opportunity among American businesses. Make sure you’re equipped to take advantage now!
*Amedeo, K. (2019, Nov. 20). Make Sure the Retirement Crisis Doesn't Happen to You: Why Boomers Won't Retire. The Balance. New York, NY: Dotdash. Retrieved from https://www.thebalance.com/retirement-crisis-stats-causes-effect-3306215
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Business leaders who focus on client experience have 100x higher revenue.* If you’re a successful financial professional, you’re probably devoted to exceptional service, which is why you might be wondering whether you really need to worry about client experience. You think you are probably already doing it. But that may not be true.
Client experience is bigger than just service. It’s an intentional discipline that requires attention to a client’s every interaction with your organization.
Download this white paper now for three keys for creating an experience-centric business, including how to:
With a clearer understanding of the differences between service and client experience, you can shift your focus toward sophisticated, revenue-boosting experiences this year!
*Hotjar Team. (2019, Oct. 11). CX trends for 2019. Malta: Hotjar. Retrieved from https://www.hotjar.com/customer-experience/trends-and-stats
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You understand the value of personalized financial advice — strengthen your offering to help ensure clients and prospects always remember and appreciate what you bring to the table.
Download Cetera’s latest white paper, 5 Ways to Make Your Financial Advice Irreplaceable, to find:
Act now and you’ll also learn more about a partner who keeps advice at the forefront and is committed to enhancing our profession.
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The oldest Millennials are now in their late 30s and early 40s — no longer college kids. As their lives become more complex and their assets grow, they are increasingly attractive prospects for financial advisors. You need to be able to connect with these “digital natives” online in ways that feel natural to them. While your website is an important “storefront”, you also need the digital equivalents of flyers, bulletin boards, community events, and word of mouth.
Download this white paper now to get a better understanding of various channels for online marketing and how you can effectively use them to reach the Millennial audience. You will learn:
Finding the right efforts to focus on can be challenging — take steps now to ensure you’re effectively reaching this key demographic. Go beyond your website and find easy ways to reach Millennials now.
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We’re living in an unprecedented time and reassuring your entire network around COVID-19 and ongoing market volatility is a daunting task. It’s also a prime opportunity to demonstrate the irreplaceable value you provide. To ensure you communicate effectively with all the connections in your life, you must stay organized and ready to adapt as the situation evolves. That means creating a schedule and plan of action for every important relationship.
Download this communication toolkit now to equip yourself with the right tools to build, maintain, and support relationships during this extraordinary time. You will receive ideas and sample content, such as email copy and social media posts, for:
Now more than ever, relationships matter. Communication is key to provide timely, relevant, and informative updates and ensure those in your network can access your valuable advice. Get ideas for how to reach out now!
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You’ve built a successful practice based on appealing to a wide spectrum of clients. But what if you could maximize your growth and increase your chances of gaining more clients by narrowing your focus?
Download this white paper now to learn how scrapping the one-size-fits-all approach can help you remain competitive and deliver the customer service your clients need and deserve. You’ll also discover:
Take steps now to identify and market to a niche group that will ultimately increase your clientele and bottom line!
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Despite the inevitability of needing one, only 27% of advisors have formal succession plans in place, and 49% say the biggest challenge of succession is “finding a successor who can grow and manage the business.”* Many financial professionals wait until they’re only a year or two from retirement before they start planning their succession, costing them valuation, flexibility and opportunity.
Download this white paper now to learn why you should start planning your succession as soon as possible, four key areas you should focus on, and other topics to consider, such as:
With concrete tips to help you get started today, you’ll be able to begin the process of protecting the legacy you’ve built.
*The Succession Challenge 2018: Why Financial Advisers Are Failing to Plan for the Inevitable. (2018). Janus Henderson Investors, Financial Planning Association.
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All advisors know that clients do not always act in wise and rational ways when it comes to their investments. In thinking about their future and their families, emotions can start to influence their thought processes. They look to you to be their guide to the right financial decisions and irrational reactions present you with the opportunity to offer helpful coaching and advice.
Download this white paper now to access research and insights that will help you spot potential challenges and navigate through them. You’ll learn about:
Your clients’ emotional reactions can sway them into making dangerous choices with their finances. Make sure you’re prepared to help them navigate tricky times and feel confident about their financial plan.
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It may seem counterintuitive – that the best way to do something is to not do it.Considering how uncomfortable you and your clients may feel when it comes to requesting referrals, there has to be a better way. It turns out there is. You can make getting referrals a normal part of your daily interaction with clients and it can become a natural extension of the services you already provide.
Download this white paper for tips on how to acquire referrals in a better way, while further demonstrating your value proposition and concern for clients’ well-being. You will receive:
Don’t let awkward conversations prevent you from expanding your business with a tried-and-true strategy. Take steps now to make sure you get the referrals you need while protecting existing client relationships.
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