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: Most advisors organize as a Limited Liability Company (LLC) to separate personal assets from business liabilities. Registration Pathways :
: Consult a securities attorney to understand non-solicitation clauses and Broker Protocol rules.
: As a fiduciary, you must appoint a Chief Compliance Officer (often yourself in a solo firm) and maintain a written compliance manual and code of ethics. 4. Transitioning and Launching : Most advisors organize as a Limited Liability
: Required for firms with over $100 million in AUM.
: Generally for firms managing under $100 million in client assets. Your firm needs a "tech stack" to manage
Your firm needs a "tech stack" to manage clients and execute trades efficiently.
: Select a brokerage firm like Schwab Advisor Services or Fidelity Institutional to hold client assets and execute trades. While the Series 65 is standard
: Confirm you meet licensing requirements. While the Series 65 is standard, professional designations like the CFP or CFA may offer exemptions depending on state regulations. 2. Legal and Regulatory Setup This phase transforms your idea into a regulated entity.
: Most advisors organize as a Limited Liability Company (LLC) to separate personal assets from business liabilities. Registration Pathways :
: Consult a securities attorney to understand non-solicitation clauses and Broker Protocol rules.
: As a fiduciary, you must appoint a Chief Compliance Officer (often yourself in a solo firm) and maintain a written compliance manual and code of ethics. 4. Transitioning and Launching
: Required for firms with over $100 million in AUM.
: Generally for firms managing under $100 million in client assets.
Your firm needs a "tech stack" to manage clients and execute trades efficiently.
: Select a brokerage firm like Schwab Advisor Services or Fidelity Institutional to hold client assets and execute trades.
: Confirm you meet licensing requirements. While the Series 65 is standard, professional designations like the CFP or CFA may offer exemptions depending on state regulations. 2. Legal and Regulatory Setup This phase transforms your idea into a regulated entity.
