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Understanding the Role and Qualifications of a Financial Advisor

International College of Financial Planning

These professionals work independently or under the umbrella of financial institutions and are specialized in guiding clients through the intricacies of financial planning and investments. However, the level of expertise among financial advisors may vary significantly, underscoring its importance for potential clients.

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Satisfying an Advisor’s Quest for Independence as an Employee

Diamond Consultants

Take Vincent Finney, Ryan Bibler, and Joseph Panfil, for example: Former UBS advisors managing $800mm in AUM, who were looking to achieve greater freedom and control, and decided to move from UBS to Wells Fargo’s W-2 Private Client Group. First, UBS left the Protocol for Broker Recruiting.

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Is Your Non-Compete Binding? Helpful Tips for Transitioning Advisors

XY Planning Network

If notifying or bringing your clients with you is on your checklist, add this task first: C heck employment contract. So, it’s understandable that, should that day come, they find themselves unaware of the restrictions placed on them when it comes to notifying their clients or bringing them with them. 4 MIN READ. New year, new firm?

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