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RIAs are losing their competitive advantage

From InvestmentNews
Added on June 2016 in Manage Your Practice
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Summary: For years, RIAs have marketed themselves as being a cut above their counterparts in the brokerage industry. While they followed a fiduciary standard, requiring them to act in their clients' best interests at all times, brokers were merely required to make sure their advice was suitable to the financial circumstances of their clients.

Building Connectivity: An Interview with Scott D. Welch of Dynasty Financial Partners

From PIMCO
Added on June 2016 in Manage Your Practice
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Summary: We recently sat down with Scott D. Welch, CIMA, Chief Investment Officer at Dynasty Financial Partners to discuss the growing popularity of third-party research platforms and other trends driving wealth management today. We also touched on his market outlook and thoughts on positioning client portfolios.     

Thirteen True Differentiators for Financial Advisors

From WealthManagement.com
Added on June 2016 in Manage Your Practice
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Summary: NEW YORK CITY — “I don’t mean to sound cynical, but this is New York and people don’t fall for B.S.,” Josh professed as he segued into his real question, “Let’s face it, we’re all just stockbrokers, with similar platforms and similar products. How in the world can you really differentiate yourself from the thousands of advisors in the metropolitan area?”

5 Technology Tools Every Advisor Should be Using

From IRIS
Added on June 2016 in Manage Your Practice
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Summary: Technology is becoming a key component to any successful RIA firm. Using technology can streamline your operations work, enhance your client experience, and ultimately help you sign more prospects. But there are +100 advisor-focused technology solutions on the market! Considering which technology to invest in can be a daunting task.

Adviser tips for making the best first impression

From InvestmentNews
Added on May 2016 in Manage Your Practice
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Summary: Though subconscious bias favors older white males when prospects choose a financial adviser, many professionals hoping to break through and make a standout first impression can heed the advice of these successful planners. Some say it's all about passion, while others focus on making the prospect feel comfortable and important.

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