One of the perks of being an entrepreneurial independent advisor is that you get to do things the way that best suits your needs. But just because you can doesn’t mean that most advisors will set up systems that capitalize on their strengths and effectively manage...

One of the perks of being an independent advisor is that you can be absolutely, 100% honest with your clients without worrying it will affect your commissions or get you in hot water with a broker. When your entire practice is based on giving sound advice, you not...

I’ve talked a lot in my blogs about the value of having multiple mentors to help you achieve success as an independent advisor. I truly believe that no man is an island and that to get to the top of the game, you need to work with others along the way. Though I’ve...

Being a financial advisor is one of the most rewarding careers you can get in to. Believe me, I’ve been doing it for over 17 years and I truly get the chance to change lives on a regular basis. However, what I’ve also learned from my years in the business is that not...

I’ve been an independent financial advisor for many years now, and I still find new benefits on a regular basis of being in this industry and being this type of fiduciary. If you’re on the fence about whether you should become an advisor or should leave your big firm...

Everyone ‘knows’ the typical retirement age is 65, right? Do you find that many of your clients continue to cling to that age, even if it’s not advisable – or possible – for their unique situation? As a fiduciary and true financial counselor, it’s your job to help...