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Sunday, January 21, 2018

By Kenneth Taylor


Modern Portfolio Theory suggests investing in a wide variety of assets classes that have little correlation to one another. That seems simple and basic, however many advisors and money managers approach MPT as a static approach. This is noticeable in the common, round numbers used in typical client allocations. The going article will take us through the theme Current issues surrounding variable annuities for Best Broker Dealer compliance.

All this activity has to make you wonder: Why are all these people doing this? Are they trying to get their equity out of business? Are they trying to preserve their businesses for a loved one? Are they trying to derive some economies of scale and some synergy by joining forces?

You will need sponsorship from a negotiator merchant to become eligible for the series seven exams. The above-mentioned link gives data on the top names in the game but leaves out some smaller or mid-tier firms. In my opinion, a smaller firm is the way to go. In a smaller environment, your business will get the attention it needs. Also smaller outfits offer much higher payout grids but lack infrastructure.

Maybe you're tired and want to slow down. Maybe you're just burned out from dealing with the everyday hassles. Maybe you're excited about your work and want to see it grow. Maybe you're looking for a sensible and profitable exit strategy. Whatever your scenario is, start thinking about your practice and make a conscious decision about whether it is positioned the way you want it to be.

For a second time, an idyllic resolution should discourse this issue before a possible tricky exists. Properly performed Intersection Organization could be many reps, investors, insurance corporations and representative/merchants solution. The "business plan" of creating additional revenue by replacing older annuity contracts, is not a strong "business plan" at all.

To pass, you must complete 70% accurately. You may take the exam up to 3x within a 90 day time frame if you should fail the third time you must wait six months to retake the exam. Although it has been rumored the finest advisors have failed at least on time. Upon completing the series seven exams, you will need to sit for the series 65 exam which is only 50 questions and is relatively easy compared to the series 7.

Myth before?" Well, my concept is borrowed from one outlined by author Michael Gerber in his best-selling books, The E Myth and The E Myth Revisited and applied to our industry. The sad fact is many financial planners, and financial advisers with independent merchants are suffering from the illusion that they have a business.

I have seen many talented agents washed out of the business due to lack of guidance. However with the right set of tools the sky is the limit. Once becoming fully licensed the next step would be to prospect for potential clients, new prospects are mostly acquired from cold calling. There are many lead sources you can buy leads from on the internet.




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