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What is an Independent Registered Investment Advisor (RIA)?

  • An RIA is in the business of giving advice.
  • An independent RIA is not owned by another company or institution.
  • An RIA has a Fiduciary Responsibility to their clients. They are legally required to put the client’s interest first. This is a higher standard that what is required of brokerage firms, which is the suitability of an investment for an individual client.
  • An RIA is typically compensated by fees for advice, rather than commissions on buying & selling.
  • An RIA is regulated by the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) or the state in which they operate.

The Difference Between an RIA and a Broker

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Common Retirement Regrets—And Proactive Moves to Consider

Eric Nager |
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Retirement
Finance
Savings
Risk Management
Insurance
Health
Family
Estate Planning
Many people don’t regret being retired. They regret how they got there. 1 “I wish I had saved earlier.” “I didn’t think long-term care would matter.” “I should’ve waited to claim Social Security.” Hindsight hits hard when it’s tied to your potential freedom and options. The good news? There may still be opportunities to make meaningful changes that could benefit your future. Let's break down the most common retirement regrets—and what you can do right...
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When the Weather Hits: What Natural Disasters Actually Mean for the Economy (and Your Finances)

Eric Nager |
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Finance
Investments
Risk Management
Insurance
A major storm rolls through. The headlines light up. Power outages. Travel chaos. Damage estimates climbing into the billions. And somewhere in the back of your mind, a question starts to form: What does this mean — for the economy, for markets, for my financial plan? It's a fair question. And the short answer may surprise you. But before we get there, something needs to be said. Events like these ripple through people's lives first...
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5 Financial Crossroads That Could Reshape Your Future

Eric Nager |
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Finance
Retirement
Family
Tax Planning
Risk Management
You know how life tends to throw in a few plot twists? They don't ask if you're ready. They just show up—with potential financial consequences tagging along. A layoff. A diagnosis. A parent who needs help. These moments don't come with instruction manuals. But they do come with price tags, deadlines, and decisions that can echo for years. The good news? You don't have to wait until you're standing in the middle of a crossroad...