AdvisorTrends - The 3xEquity Podcast

Learn more at 3xEquity.com 2025 is shaping up to be an especially promising year for financial advisors considering a move to a new firm. Industry veterans will tell you there’s never a perfect time to change broker-dealers. Markets are always shifting, and there are always reasons to stay put. Yet current conditions make now one of the strongest windows in recent memory for a transition. The advi...

Learn more at 3xequity.com . With the CHOICE Act poised to strengthen non-competes in Florida, advisors may face a shrinking window of opportunity. Florida is about to become ground zero in the national tug-of-war over non-compete agreements. On July 1, 2025, the state’s new CHOICE Act takes effect—granting firms broader power to restrict where and when high-earning professionals, including financ...

Learn more at 3xEquity.com . Hello and welcome to another episode of AdvisorTrends, 3x Equity's podcast where we explore what’s new, what’s next, and what’s working for financial advisors who are thinking about growing their practice. Today I want to talk about the value of hitting the pause button. If you’re a Commonwealth advisor, odds are your phone’s been ringing more than usual lately. Em...

Learn more and find more episodes at 3xEquity.com . In football, some of the most electrifying plays don’t happen at the moment the ball is caught — they happen  after  the catch. That extra burst of speed, the vision to find open space, and the ability to break tackles lead to big gains. This is captured in a stat known as  Yards After Catch  (YAC). It’s not just about making the catch; it’s abou...

Learn more at 3xEquity.com Hello and welcome to another episode of AdvisorTrends, 3x Equity's podcast where we explore what’s new, what’s next, and what’s working for financial advisors who are thinking about growing their practice. Today I want to talk about baseball. More specifically—about a new piece of equipment that’s quietly shaking up Major League Baseball. It’s called the torpedo bat....

Learn more at 3xEquity.com Today we’re talking about some major rumblings in the wealth management world. Word is, LPL Financial—the industry's undisputed recruiting juggernaut—may be acquiring Commonwealth Financial Network, one of the most respected boutique firms in the space. Now, if you’re a Commonwealth advisor, you’re probably paying close attention to this. And you should be. Let’s zoo...

Learn more at 3xEquity.com Welcome to AdvisorTrends , the podcast where we explore the moves, strategies, and insights shaping the future of financial advising. I’m your host, and today, we’re talking baseball. That’s right—baseball season is back next week, and with it comes the kind of optimism that financial advisors know well. It’s the feeling of fresh starts, tight game plans, and looking for...

Learn more at 3xEquity.com. A recent Reddit post titled  “ Would you switch firms in this market? “  caught our eye. It’s a great question and likely one that’s on the mind of many advisors—whether they were mid-process on a transition or were considering dipping their toe in the water. With markets experiencing increased volatility, the timing of a move can feel uncertain. But in reality, waiting...

Learn more at 3xEquity.com . The past few weeks have been, simply put, chaotic. The speed of domestic and global events has accelerated, making it harder to keep up—let alone plan for the future. Technological advancements in AI and breakthroughs in medical and pharmaceutical fields are moving at a phrenetic pace. Meanwhile, geopolitical shifts and economic uncertainty have many financial advisors...

Learn more at 3 xEquity.com . Turns out, if you build an exit ramp and start pushing people toward it, they might just take the hint. Who could have seen that coming? As reported by AdvisorHub , UBS executives are sending mixed signals to their advisors. On one hand, they’re openly acknowledging that the firm is bracing for a wave of broker attrition following its recent compensation changes. On t...

Learn more at 3xEquity.com . The latest  Cerulli Associates report  paints a complex picture of the wealth management industry: advisor headcount is stagnant, top talent is scarce, and broker-dealers are competing fiercely for a shrinking pool of professionals. For advisors curious about their future, these findings offer both challenges and opportunities—but only for those willing to elevate thei...

Learn more at 3xEquity.com . Google’s data rarely lies, and last week, searches for “how to quit Edward Jones” were up an eye-popping 1,563% . While we can’t confirm every search came from an Edward Jones advisor Googling their way out the door, it paints an interesting picture—one that shouldn’t come as much of a surprise. Edward Jones has long been a solid launchpad for advisors entering the bus...

Learn more at 3xEquity.com Welcome to another episode of AdvisorTrends, 3xEquity's podcast on advisor transitions and strategies for growing your practice. It’s New Year’s, and for many of you, that means it’s time for your local Polar Bear Plunge. In this episode, we’ll dive into how this icy tradition is the perfect analogy for exploring a transition to a new broker-dealer. Grab your coffee and...

Learn more at 3xEquity.com . Undoubtedly, lots of good things will happen in 2025 and we don’t want to skip over it completely, but 2026 might be where it's at, especially for advisors who are eyeing a transition. As we close out 2024, here are key reasons why 2026 should already be on your radar:  Get on the Glide Path The best transitions aren’t rushed; they’re planned. Although some transitions...

Learn more at 3xEquity.com As we close out another year marked by significant transition activity in the financial advisory space, it’s clear that for many, the decision to move isn’t just about dollars and cents—it’s about satisfaction, growth, and building a better future. Still, skepticism lingers among advisors weighing their options. If you’re one of them, let’s take a look at the numbers. On...

Learn more at 3xEquity.com . UBS has joined Morgan Stanley, Wells Fargo, and Merrill Lynch in unveiling updates comp plans for 2025 aimed at growth and profitability—but not without ruffling some feathers. UBS made waves with its decision to abandon its unique team-based grid rate system in favor of what looks like a  “Best Ball” approach, where team members’ payouts are based on the highest produ...

Learn more at 3xEquity.com Welcome to AdvisorTrends , the podcast for financial advisors navigating career transitions and seeking the best fit in the world of broker-dealers. Today, we're diving into a question many advisors face at some point in their careers: “When is the right time to leave Edward Jones?” We’ll explore the common reasons advisors consider making a move, the challenges they fac...

Learn more at 3xEquity.com Unlike in pro sports, the wealth management space doesn’t have a trade deadline, but if it did B.Riley and Stifel just made a huge deadline deal, and the optics are…awkward. According to AdvisorHub , B. Riley Financial Inc. is handing over a portion of its wealth management division to Stifel Financial Corp. for up to $35 million. The deal, part of B. Riley’s bid to stop...

Learn more at 3xEquity.com . Will Guidara, recognized for his transformative influence on hospitality through his work at Eleven Madison Park, as well as his roles as writer, co-producer, and actor on the TV show  The Bear  and author of the New York Times bestseller  Unreasonable Hospitality , offers insights that financial advisors can adapt to enhance client relationships and service. Here are...

Read more at 3xequity.com . Welcome back to AdvisorTrends , the podcast where we break down the latest developments in the financial industry to help you make informed decisions. I’m your host, and today, we’re diving into the 2025 compensation plans just released by three of the industry’s biggest players: Morgan Stanley, Wells Fargo, and Merrill Lynch. These firms are the first out of the box to...

Learn more at 3xEquity.com The number one fear among financial advisors considering a move to a new broker-dealer is this: “Will my assets move with me?” And it’s not hard to understand why. After all, wealth management requires some wealth to manage, and you’ve likely worked hard to cultivate the assets you currently oversee. The thought of losing any portion of that hard-earned book of business...

Learn more at 3xequity.com Welcome to AdvisorTrends, where we help financial advisors navigate the complexities of transitioning to a new platform or broker-dealer. Today, we’re diving into Morgan Stanley’s latest comp structure for 2025—and what it means for smaller advisors. Morgan Stanley just unveiled their 2025 compensation plan, and it’s a clear nudge—if not a shove—for smaller producers to...

Learn more at 3xequity.com . For many advisors, the end of the year feels like the perfect time to make the leap to a new broker-dealer. The clean break provided by the turning of the calendar is appealing, offering tangible (and often tax-driven) talking points for clients. When combined with exciting new opportunities, advanced technology, and enhanced product choices, the case for a transition...

Learn more at 3xEquity.com . The launch of the new iPhone 16 is sparking excitement everywhere. Packed with AI-driven features, cutting-edge apps, and powerful hardware, it promises to transform how users interact with their devices. For some, this new model represents the pinnacle of technological evolution—an essential upgrade that will enhance every facet of their day-to-day life. But let’s be...

Read the full article/transcript at 3xEquity.com . As the year draws to a close, financial advisors contemplating a switch to a new broker-dealer are likely asking themselves one pressing question: i s there enough time to make the move before the end of 2024? Transitioning to a new broker-dealer can be a complex and time-consuming process, involving everything from due diligence to the actual tra...