Welcome!
You’re probably here because you listened to my interview with Mindy and Louis Diamond on the “Mindy Diamond on Independence Podcast“. If you did, thank you for taking the time out of your day to do so. If not, you can click on the link below. I want to thank Mindy and Louis for having me. It was a great conversation, and I could’ve talked for hours on the subject. I’ve provided links to the articles mentioned in the episode, as well as some additional resources. If you have any questions, reach out directly to me at grier@advisortransitionservices.com.
About Me
I’m Grier Rubeling, owner/operator of Advisor Transition Services. I have a background in client services and operations. I’ve worked in various support roles with advisors my entire career. First as a client service associate in the wirehouse world, then as the director of operations for an RIA. I started Advisor Transition Services in 2018 so I could be my own boss, put my marketing degree to work, and help as many advisors with the transition process as possible. If you’re looking to make a move, or are in search of ways to beef up your internal transition team for future acquisitions, I can help.
Articles Mentioned in the Episode
How to Communicate With Clients During a Transition
This is the article I mentioned about client communications and what things you should be considering when having those initial conversations with clients during a transition.
5 Common Transition Pitfalls and How to Avoid Them
This article mentions a few common transition pitfalls and how to avoid them, and it also lists the 5 major roles that team members should be playing during the transition process.
Broker Protocol: Information Tips & Tricks
This article breaks down the specifics of the Broker Protocol and includes tips and tricks for how to gather and format Protocol data for success during the pre-transition preparation process.
Additional Articles of Interest
The Key to a Successful Transition is Asking the Right Questions
This article is a great resource for what questions you should be asking of all the parties involved in the transition process. From your contract attorney to the custodian's internal transition team.
Raymond James vs Charles Schwab: An RIA Model Comparison
This article breaks down the differences between Raymond James and Charles Schwab as custodians for RIAs. The comparison is focused on operations and the transition process.
The Top 5 Action Steps to Transition Effectively in a COVID World
The title of this article may not stay relevant for very long, but the content within the article will. COVID changed the way we do things and those changes are here to stay.
Helpful Resources
![Protocol Spreadsheet - Template [EXCEL]](https://www.advisortransitionservices.com/wp-content/uploads/edd/2022/05/Protocol-Spreadsheet-Template-EXCEL.jpg)
Protocol Spreadsheet Template
This is a free Excel template I created for you to use to start gathering and organizing your Broker Protocol data.
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Client Frequently Asked Questions
Download a list of some of the most frequently asked questions by clients during a transition. Compiled from years of experience.
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Attorney Frequently Asked Questions
Download a list of questions you should be asking your attorney during a transition. Be sure you understand the legalities of your situation before making a move.
Additional Options
Access the Advisor Transition Services blog to read more helpful articles about transitions. Or subscribe below to AdvisorHub magazine to read my column.
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