XY Planning Network

DECEMBER 9, 2024

If you're an established financial advisor setting out to launch your own Registered Investment Advisor (RIA) firm, transitioning clients from your previous firm is likely at the forefront of your concerns. Managing this process effectively is crucial for retaining clients and ensuring compliance.

Compliance

Wealth Management

AUGUST 1, 2025

Steinmeier said that wasn’t surprising, given that Commonwealth advisors tend to skew heavily towards fee-based advisory businesses, and emphasized that LPL has long supported advisors in all business channels, including fee-only RIAs, whether they start their own firm or set up their practice under the firm’s corporate RIA.

Recruitment

Midstream Marketing

JUNE 25, 2025

When someone types “financial advisor near me” into Google, they’re likely ready to take action. That’s why Google Ads for financial advisors can deliver high-quality leads—fast. Many advisors overspend due to vague targeting, irrelevant clicks, and poor landing pages. Want a full campaign audit?

Financial Advisor

XY Planning Network

JUNE 23, 2025

There is no doubt that the financial advisory industry is crowded. The truth is, it’s not just about being good at what you do; it’s about clearly showing why someone should choose you. That’s where your unique offer comes in.

Financial Advisor

Indigo Marketing Agency

JULY 28, 2025

Website Design for Financial Advisors: The 5-Second Homepage Rule Most website design for financial advisors is okay. But when I ask an advisor, “Do your prospects book a call based on your homepage?” That’s what we see in this homepage example our team worked on for a financial advisor.

Financial Advisor

Wealth Management

AUGUST 5, 2025

And we have a predominantly 1099 model where advisors join us as IARs of Wealthcare. We hold their registrations, but they operate as independent financial advisors. We’re now a $9 billion firm that supports over 200 advisors. We have fee-only advisors that we keep on one, Wealthcare Capital Management.

Wealth Management

XY Planning Network

FEBRUARY 3, 2025

Marketing your firm can be tricky. Often, there isnt enough time to dedicate to consistent content creation. The result is content that feels general, lacks personalization, and isnt delivered on schedule. AI is a game-changer for content creation for many reasons.

Clients

Your Richest Life

MAY 20, 2025

Work with a Professional for Money Stress Contrary to popular belief, you dont have to be wealthy to work with a financial advisor. There are advisors who work with people at all income levels and life stages. Look into the Financial Therapy Association to find a therapist that suits your needs.

Management

XY Planning Network

FEBRUARY 24, 2025

As a fee-only financial planner, youve built something special. You've poured your energy, passion, and expertise into growing your firm and are making your best life a reality. But as your business evolves, the strategies, tools, and metrics that got you to this point may no longer be enough.

Fee Only

XY Planning Network

MARCH 10, 2025

Branding isnt just about a visual identity for your business; its about defining the core of your business. Having clarity and an authentic brand communicated succinctly is the most powerful and strategic way to gain confidence, make an impact, and grow your business to life-changing levels.

Communication

Wealth Management

JULY 23, 2025

Diana Britton , Executive Editor , WealthManagement.com July 23, 2025 2 Min Read Adam Spiegelman Adam Spiegelman, a financial advisor based in Alamo, Calif., with about $400 million in assets under management, has launched his own registered investment advisor, Spiegelman Wealth Management.

Estate Planning

XY Planning Network

MARCH 31, 2025

Search is indeed evolving. More and more potential RIA clients are turning to ChatGPT for quick, consolidated answersand I dont blame them. Why sift through keyword-stuffed blogs when you can get a direct answer curated from across the web? AI is improving the end-user experience, and we, as an industry, need to adapt. Deliver more value.

Sales

XY Planning Network

MARCH 3, 2025

Tax season is here, and it's crucial to be aware of the latest updates for 2024 to ensure you're compliant and maximize your returns. Tax law is an everchanging beast, with new rules and regulations being introduced every year. Professions are built around them, and the consequences of misreporting them can be hefty taxes from the IRS.

Taxes

XY Planning Network

DECEMBER 2, 2024

At XYPN LIVE 2024, we celebrated 10 years of doing that—supporting fee-for-service financial advisors in launching, running, and growing the firm of their dreams. That’s 10 years of REAL support, REAL independence, and REAL financial planning.

Financial Advisor

The Big Picture

JANUARY 21, 2025

And suddenly every broker, every financial advisor where they were operating through Merrill Lynch or Schwab could sell those funds and indexing was available to, all prior to that, there were a lot of brokers who would never have sold an index fund because they didn’t have access to Vanguard’s platform.

Investing

XY Planning Network

APRIL 14, 2025

As a financial advisor running a one-man practice in rural Indiana, I never expected my weekly schedule to revolve around a 15-month-old who calls me 'Allie.' Mondays at noon, I trade spreadsheets for sippy cups and market reports for Mickey Mouse. I'll admit that in the very early days of my firms launch, I resented these hours.

CFP

XY Planning Network

APRIL 7, 2025

In the hectic day-to-day running of your firm, it's easy to get caught up in the day-to-day demands of client work and administrative tasks, but what about your firm's future? Carving out time for business growth is essential but often gets neglected.

Management

XY Planning Network

FEBRUARY 10, 2025

Happy clients are pure gold for growing your financial planning practice. The XYPN benchmarking survey repeatedly confirms that satisfied clients are one of your most valuable sources for high-quality referrals. If you haven't started cultivating a referral culture in your firm yet, there's no better time than now.

Clients

Indigo Marketing Agency

JUNE 10, 2025

ChatGPT for Financial Advisors: 5 Ways to Get Found on All the AI Tools Could ChatGPT for financial advisors be the new search engine frontier? That’s exactly what’s happening for a fast-growing number of financial advisors in AI searches today. Imagine you’re craving the perfect sandwich. Far from it.

Financial Advisor

Darrow Wealth Management

AUGUST 4, 2025

Consider working with a fee-only fiduciary wealth manager to stress test your retirement plan and help ensure your portfolio is invested properly throughout retirement. There are many nuances to a person’s circumstances that can dramatically alter a recommended course of action.

Retirement

Nerd's Eye View

AUGUST 15, 2023

Welcome back to the 346th episode of the Financial Advisor Success Podcast ! Jim is the founder of MainStreet Financial Planning, an hourly, fee-only financial planning firm, and also created Procrastination Junction, a coaching program for fee-only financial advisors looking to improve their sales skills.

Fee Only

The Chicago Financial Planner

FEBRUARY 2, 2024

A part of this process might include hiring a financial advisor or hiring a new financial advisor if you have decided to move on from your current advisor. Hiring the right advisor for your needs is critical. Here are six questions to ask when choosing a financial advisor: How do you get paid?

Financial Advisor

Nerd's Eye View

SEPTEMBER 23, 2024

Starting a new firm can be a nerve-wracking time for an entrepreneurially minded financial advisor, as making the jump involves a significant amount of professional and financial risk.

Fee Only

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.

Fee Only

XY Planning Network

AUGUST 17, 2023

As fee-only planners, you dedicate your lives to your client’s financial well-being. A well-known piece of firm owner advice is to “put your clients first” when growing the business. And they’re right. Your clients are—and should be—the heart of your practice.

Fee Only

Nerd's Eye View

SEPTEMBER 13, 2024

Enjoy the current installment of "Weekend Reading For Financial Planners" - this week's edition kicks off with the news that the SEC this week fined 4 RIAs for violations of its marketing rule related to their claims that they offered 'conflict-free' financial advice.

Financial Planner

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! Read More.

Financial Advisor

Nerd's Eye View

SEPTEMBER 19, 2023

Welcome back to the 351st episode of the Financial Advisor Success Podcast ! Jessica is the Founder and Principal for Turkey Hill Management, a mergers & acquisitions consulting firm that assists financial advisors with the sale, acquisition, integration, or merger of their firms. Read More.

Financial Advisor

Nerd's Eye View

JULY 26, 2022

Welcome back to the 291st episode of the Financial Advisor Success Podcast ! My guest on today's podcast is Amy Irvine. Amy is the owner of Rooted Planning Group, an independent RIA based in Corning, New York that oversees $67 million in assets under management for 175 client households. Read More.

Financial Planner

Nerd's Eye View

NOVEMBER 1, 2022

Welcome back to the 305th episode of the Financial Advisor Success Podcast ! My guest on today's podcast is Mindy Crary. Read More.

Fee Only

Nerd's Eye View

NOVEMBER 28, 2022

Traditionally, investment planning has been at the forefront of how financial advisors add value for their clients. Combined with growing advisor (and consumer) interest in comprehensive financial planning services, the number of ways advisors can add value for their clients has expanded greatly.

Clients

Nerd's Eye View

NOVEMBER 28, 2022

Traditionally, investment planning has been at the forefront of how financial advisors add value for their clients. Combined with growing advisor (and consumer) interest in comprehensive financial planning services, the number of ways advisors can add value for their clients has expanded greatly.

Fee Only

Walkner Condon Financial Advisors

APRIL 17, 2023

Fee-Only financial advisors and firms receive no sales-related compensation or incentives. They are compensated only by the fee the client pays. This can include mutual funds, insurance policies, annuities, and other financial products. We do not charge a separate fee for financial planning services.

Fee Only

XY Planning Network

DECEMBER 18, 2023

Over the past year, we've published articles written with one purpose in mind: to help independent financial advisors be successful. As 2023 comes to a close, we rounded up our top 10 most-viewed blogs published this year.

Financial Advisor

Nerd's Eye View

JANUARY 12, 2023

As comprehensive financial planning has become more widely adopted, many financial advisors have felt pressure to find new ways to differentiate themselves by demonstrating their unique value to clients.

Clients

WiserAdvisor

JULY 22, 2022

Hiring a financial advisor is beneficial in multiple ways. You get access to financial expertise and knowledge on investments and money management, a deeper understanding of how markets work, and how to create and deploy the right investment strategies to attain your goals. Keep reading to find out.

Financial Advisor

Nerd's Eye View

FEBRUARY 16, 2024

Enjoy the current installment of "Weekend Reading For Financial Planners" – this week's edition kicks off with the news that a study from Cerulli Associates indicates a lack of fee transparency represents a significant hurdle for many investors when considering working with a financial advisor.

Financial Planner