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Anthony Whitbeck

A 35-year veteran of the industry, Whitbeck’s experience, industry knowledge, and track record make him a powerhouse ally for financial advisors and industry leaders. With certified third-party business valuations, legal and lending support partners, and a proven acquisition process, Whitbeck and his team of experts have helped hundreds of financial advisors build, manage, protect, and successfully transition their practice.

RIA Succession Plan Checklist

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RIA Succession Plan Checklist: A Guide to Continuity, Valuation & Transition

Is your RIA prepared for the succession cliff? According to DeVoe, only 42% of firms have written succession plans in 2024—the lowest percentage...

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Why You Don’t Want to DIY Your Financial Advisor Succession

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Why You Don’t Want to DIY Your Financial Advisor Succession

Many advisors find themselves faced with the temptation to handle their internal succession or external practice sale on their own. Whether it’s...

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Deciding Factor Why A Seller Won’t Sell Their Practice

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The Deciding Factor: Why A Seller Won’t Sell Their Practice to You

As we discussed in our previous post Four Factors for Fit, there are many factors you must consider as a buyer before signing on the dotted line. The...

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The Five-Year Myth Among Financial Advisors

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The Five-Year Myth Among Financial Advisors

As with any industry, there are many myths that can falsely influence an advisor’s decision about their career and their practice. We’ve talked...

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The Growing Appeal of Sell and Stay Deals

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The Growing Appeal of Sell and Stay Deals

The advisor M&A scene has changed dramatically over the last five years. This change has emerged in tandem with a shift from a concentration in the...

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New Years Resolution – Get a Continuity Plan

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New Years Resolution – Get a Continuity Plan

The New Year is a time for making resolutions and tackling big goals. For financial advisors, one of the best resolutions you can make for your...

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Don’t Leave Your Clients High and Dry During Your Succession

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Don’t Leave Your Clients High and Dry During Your Succession

Clients are the lifeblood of a financial advisory practice. Yet when it comes time to an advisor’s succession, they often forget to include their...

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Sell and Stay for Advisors Not Ready to Retire

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Sell and Stay: The Succession Planning Strategy for Financial Advisors Who Are Not Ready to Retire

What if selling your business meant continuing the work you're best at, with stronger support and a clearer path forward? According to Fidelity, 90%...

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Committed to the End

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Committed to the End

A successful practice sale doesn’t end when the buyer signs the purchase agreement. It ends when the entire practice, including all of its clients,...

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