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AUGUST 28, 2023

The announcement of the merger between Charles Schwab and TD Ameritrade in November 2019 kicked off a marathon of preparation for advisory firms to transition their clients on the TD Ameritrade custodial platform to Schwab. Additionally, any open trade orders (e.g., Read More.

Financial Advisor 236

Financial Advisor Distribution Clients Accounting 236

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NOVEMBER 21, 2023

Welcome back to the 360th episode of the Financial Advisor Success Podcast ! Suzanne is a Senior Financial Advisor at Meridian Wealth Management, an RIA based in Lexington, Kentucky, where she oversees approximately $110 million in assets under management for nearly 150 client households.

Clients 193

Clients Financial Advisor Wealth Management CFP 193

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MARCH 5, 2024

Welcome back to the 375th episode of the Financial Advisor Success Podcast ! Rob is the Senior Partner of NWF Advisory, a hybrid firm based in Los Angeles, California, where he oversees nearly $500M in assets under management for 200 client households. My guest on today's podcast is Rob Schultz. Read More.

Clients 130

Clients Financial Advisor Medicine Financial Planner 130

Nerd's Eye View

OCTOBER 9, 2023

When deciding on a marketing strategy to pursue, one of the key factors for financial advisory firms to consider is efficiency. Notably, the point of an SEO strategy is to drive users to an advisory firm's website so that those visitors can eventually be converted into paying clients.

Engineering 181

Engineering Financial Advisor Management Advertising 181

Nerd's Eye View

MAY 23, 2023

Welcome back to the 334th episode of the Financial Advisor Success Podcast ! Meg is the Founder and Lead Financial Planner for Flow Financial Planning, a virtual RIA serving mid-career women in tech that oversees almost $60 million in assets under management for 60 client households.

Clients 226

Clients Financial Advisor Financial Planner Financial Planning 226

Nerd's Eye View

NOVEMBER 27, 2023

One of the main goals of financial advisors who market themselves is to build a foundation of trust with their prospective clients so that they feel comfortable in discussing often-sensitive financial topics and ultimately acting on the advisor's recommendations.

Distribution 191

Distribution Financial Advice Clients Financial Advisor 191

Nerd's Eye View

AUGUST 30, 2022

Welcome back to the 296th episode of the Financial Advisor Success Podcast ! Ed is the founder of Healthy Love & Money, a financial therapy practice in Charlotte, North Carolina that helps couples and families uncover and understand the roots of their underlying financial conflicts.

Clients 176

Clients Financial Advisor Financial Services Education 176

Nerd's Eye View

JUNE 19, 2023

The necessity of fee increases entails a certain amount of pain for monthly-fee advisors since each conversation around raising fees creates the possibility of pushback from clients that could put a strain on the client-advisor relationship.

Communication 204

Communication Clients Financial Advisor Planning 204

Nerd's Eye View

DECEMBER 12, 2023

Welcome back to the 363rd episode of the Financial Advisor Success Podcast! Christa is the Managing Director of Financial Planning and Business Development at Sebold Capital, a fee-only RIA based in Chicago, Illinois, which manages $300M across more than 100 client households. Read More.

Financial Advisor 239

Financial Advisor Fee Only Financial Guidance Insurance 239

Nerd's Eye View

AUGUST 23, 2022

Welcome back to the 295th episode of the Financial Advisor Success Podcast ! Shari is the Co-Founder and Chief Visionary Officer of Rappaport Reiches Capital Management, an independent RIA based in Skokie, Illinois, that oversees more than $800 million in assets under management, for 350 client households.

Clients 184

Clients Planning Financial Advisor Financial Planning 184

Nerd's Eye View

AUGUST 14, 2023

When a financial advisor first opens their own firm, they often start with few (or no) clients and little revenue. letting a client go), it can help to have a ‘quitting coach’ to hold the individual accountable for their pre-commitment.

Clients 183

Clients Accounting Financial Advisor Numbers 183

Nerd's Eye View

JULY 13, 2023

Establishing successful client relationships as a financial advisor relies on good communication skills not just to present information persuasively and with confidence, but also to establish client rapport that allows meaningful and engaging relationships to be built.

Clients 204

Clients Financial Planning Financial Planner Communication 204

Nerd's Eye View

JANUARY 9, 2024

Welcome back to the 367th episode of the Financial Advisor Success Podcast ! Kimberly is the Lead Financial Planner and Managing Partner of Enders Wealth Management, a hybrid advisory firm based in Sterling Heights, Michigan, that oversees $50M in assets under management for 85 client households.

Financial Advisor 204

Financial Advisor Financial Planner Clients Food 204

Nerd's Eye View

OCTOBER 25, 2022

Welcome back to the 304th episode of the Financial Advisor Success Podcast ! Chad is the founder of WealthKeel, an independent virtual RIA based in Tampa, Florida that advises on over $100 million of assets for 110 client households. My guest on today's podcast is Chad Chubb.

Clients 130

Clients Financial Advisor Communication Financial Planning 130

Nerd's Eye View

AUGUST 2, 2022

Welcome back to the 292nd episode of the Financial Advisor Success Podcast ! Matthew is the Founder and CIO of Lansing Street Advisors, an independent RIA based in Ambler, Pennsylvania that oversees $160 million in assets under management for 60 client households. My guest on today's podcast is Matthew Topley.

Clients 177

Clients Financial Advisor Financial Planning Portfolio Management 177

Nerd's Eye View

APRIL 1, 2024

Welcome to the April 2024 issue of the Latest News in Financial #AdvisorTech – where we look at the big news, announcements, and underlying trends and developments that are emerging in the world of technology solutions for financial advisors!

Estate Planning 170

Estate Planning Financial Advisor Startup Clients 170

Nerd's Eye View

MARCH 27, 2023

In the context of financial advisors, surveys have shown that CFP certification serves as an important branding signal for consumers seeking the services of a qualified advisor. Similarly, CFP practitioners were found to have a lower practice-wide Client Acquisition Cost (CAC) and greater revenue growth in 2021!

CFP 245

CFP Clients Certification Financial Advice 245

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OCTOBER 31, 2023

Welcome back to the 357th episode of the Financial Advisor Success Podcast ! Jon is the Founder and CIO for Echo45 Advisors, an independent RIA based in Walnut Creek, California, that oversees $163 million in assets under management for more than 180 client households. My guest on today's podcast is Jon Henderson.

Financial Advisor 210

Financial Advisor Estate Planning Clients Education 210

Nerd's Eye View

FEBRUARY 7, 2023

Welcome back to the 319th episode of the Financial Advisor Success Podcast ! Jim is a Co-Founder of Motive Wealth Advisors, an independent RIA based in the suburbs of Detroit, Michigan, that oversees $250 million in assets under management for nearly 50 families. My guest on today's podcast is Jim Niedzinski.

Clients 130

Clients Management Financial Advisor Wealth Advisor 130

Nerd's Eye View

APRIL 9, 2024

Welcome to the 380th episode of the Financial Advisor Success Podcast ! Andrew is the Managing Partner of Geometric Wealth Advisors, an RIA based in Washington, D.C., that oversees approximately $750 million in assets under management for about 200 client households. Welcome everyone! Read More.

Financial Advisor 130

Financial Advisor Consulting Wealth Advisor Clients 130

Carson Wealth

DECEMBER 13, 2022

Investment adviser representatives have mandated continuing education and examination requirements which encourage a minimum level of competency when working with clients and customers. RIAs commonly use two titles for their IARs: Financial Advisor and Wealth Manager. What Do Financial Advisors Do?

Wealth Management 52

Wealth Management Financial Advisor Management Financial Planner 52

Nerd's Eye View

JUNE 6, 2023

Welcome back to the 336th episode of the Financial Advisor Success Podcast ! Adam is a principal with RubinGoldman and Associates, and the Founder and CEO of Asset-Map, a financial planning tool that helps financial advisors create a visual representation of their clients’ financial situation, reaching over 1.25

Assets 212

Assets Financial Advisor Financial Planning Insurance 212

Nerd's Eye View

MAY 30, 2023

Welcome back to the 335th episode of the Financial Advisor Success Podcast ! Tim is a Managing Partner for the Center for Financial Planning, a hybrid advisory firm based in Southfield, Michigan, that oversees $1.5 billion in assets under management for 1,000 client households. Read More.

Financial Advisor 241

Financial Advisor Financial Planning Clients Planning 241

Nerd's Eye View

JANUARY 16, 2024

Welcome back to the 368th episode of the Financial Advisor Success Podcast ! My guest on today's podcast is Thomas Kopelman. Read More.

Media 203

Media Financial Advisor Financial Planning Planning 203

Nerd's Eye View

OCTOBER 4, 2022

Welcome back to the 301st episode of the Financial Advisor Success Podcast ! My guest on today's podcast is Ramit Sethi. Read More.

Clients 208

Clients Financial Advisor Education Retirement 208

Steve Sanduski

APRIL 22, 2024

If you’re like me, then you’ve heard the same type of advice like “Segment your book of business into A, B, C, D clients” and “Take great care of your A&B clients.” ” I’ve also heard that “Your A clients subsidize your C&D clients.” Now look at the clients above the range.

Clients 59

Clients Financial Advice CFP Numbers 59

Nerd's Eye View

MARCH 18, 2024

Soliciting prospect referrals can often be an effective way for financial advisors to grow their firms with clients who are ready to act and who will benefit from the firm since many referrals come from sources that are familiar not just with the advisor and the services they offer, but also with the prospect being referred and the needs they seek.

Assets 235

Assets Media Financial Advisor Professional Services 235

Nerd's Eye View

JANUARY 30, 2024

Welcome back to the 370th episode of the Financial Advisor Success podcast ! Tim is the founder of Goodwin Investment Advisory, an RIA based in Woodstock, Georgia, that oversees $275M in assets under management for 370 client households. return in new onboarded client revenue for every $1 spent in marketing.

Financial Advisor 193

Financial Advisor Clients Compliance Engineering 193

Nerd's Eye View

OCTOBER 24, 2023

Welcome to the 356th episode of the Financial Advisor Success Podcast ! Sarah-Catherine is the founder of Aptus Financial, a fee-only financial planning firm based in Little Rock, Arkansas, that is approaching $2M in revenue and works with over 480 client households. Welcome everyone!

Financial Advisor 186

Financial Advisor Financial Planning Planning Fee Only 186

Nerd's Eye View

AUGUST 23, 2022

Welcome back to the 295th episode of the Financial Advisor Success Podcast ! Shari is the Co-Founder and Chief Visionary Officer of Rappaport Reiches Capital Management, an independent RIA based in Skokie, Illinois, that oversees more than $800 million in assets under management, for 350 client households.

Clients 143

Clients Planning Financial Advisor Financial Planning 143

Nerd's Eye View

JANUARY 2, 2024

Welcome to the 366th episode of the Financial Advisor Success Podcast ! Stevyn is founder of Grow Wellthy, a health and wellness consulting firm based in Springfield, Missouri that specializes in working with busy – but not always healthy – financial advisors.

Financial Advisor 205

Financial Advisor Retirement Financial Advice Consulting 205

Nerd's Eye View

AUGUST 14, 2023

When a financial advisor first opens their own firm, they often start with few (or no) clients and little revenue. letting a client go), it can help to have a ‘quitting coach’ to hold the individual accountable for their pre-commitment.

Clients 130

Clients Accounting Financial Advisor Numbers 130

Nerd's Eye View

DECEMBER 6, 2022

Welcome back to the 310th episode of the Financial Advisor Success Podcast ! Natalie is the owner of Natalie Taylor Consulting Services, an independent virtual RIA, and is also the Head of Financial Advice for Monarch Money, a personal financial management tool that helps consumers track their spending and net worth over time.

Clients 130

Clients Financial Advice Financial Advisor Consulting 130

Nerd's Eye View

JULY 12, 2022

Welcome back to the 289th episode of the Financial Advisor Success Podcast ! Kamila is the CEO and Founder of Collective Wealth Partners, an independent RIA based in Atlanta, Georgia, that oversees nearly $25 million in assets under management for almost 175 client households. My guest on today's podcast is Kamila Elliott.

Financial Advisor 246

Financial Advisor CFP Clients Financial Planning 246

Nerd's Eye View

FEBRUARY 27, 2024

Welcome back to the 374th episode of the Financial Advisor Success Podcast ! Dianne is the Managing Partner of Argent Bridge Advisors, a hybrid advisory firm based in Vienna, Virginia, that oversees $500 million in assets under management for 350 client households. My guest on today's podcast is Dianne Nolin.

Financial Advisor 130

Financial Advisor Communication Clients Financial Planning 130

Nerd's Eye View

DECEMBER 26, 2023

Welcome to the 365th episode of the Financial Advisor Success Podcast ! Rob is the CEO and Founder of NorthRock Partners, an RIA based in Minneapolis, Minnesota, that oversees $5 billion in assets under management for 1,500 client households. Welcome everyone! My guest on today's podcast is Rob Nelson.

Financial Advisor 137

Financial Advisor Clients Assets Insurance 137

Nerd's Eye View

JANUARY 10, 2023

Welcome back to the 315th episode of the Financial Advisor Success Podcast ! Lisa is a Partner and Wealth Advisor for CI Brightworth, an RIA under the CI Financial umbrella with offices in Atlanta, Georgia, and Charlotte, North Carolina, that oversees nearly $5 billion in assets under management * for over 1,500 client households.

Clients 130

Clients CFP Financial Advisor Wealth Advisor 130