In today’s saturated financial advice market, technical savvy and market insight are only part of the equation. Clients are demanding more – transparency, personalization, and a relationship rooted in trust.
Those are just some of the distinguishing hallmarks highlighted among InvestmentNews'5-Star Independent Advisors, who are highlighted in a special report published Monday.
For advisors hoping to attract and build strong client relationships, that level of dedication is only possible in the independent space. But while there's a lot to be said about breaking away from large institutions with captive models, that leap can be tough to navigate.
“Independent advisors need to spend more time focusing on the nitty-gritty, administrative details – and that’s a challenge,” said Stephen Caruso, associate director of wealth management at Cerulli Associates. "Without the infrastructure of a major wirehouse, independent advisors must juggle multiple roles – from CEO to client service rep – all while staying focused on performance and planning."
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