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Behind The Breakaway

Your guide to leaving the captive broker-dealer world behind and experiencing the movement to RIA independence.

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Episode 24

April 15, 2025

Episode 24 - Why Are RIA Employee Advisors Breaking Away? | Behind The Breakaway

In this episode of Behind the Breakaway, we discuss the emerging trend of financial advisors breaking away from RIA employment to achieve greater independence....

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00:21:47

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Episode 23

April 01, 2025

Episode 23 - Let's Talk: LPL & Commonwealth Deal With Special Guest, Jason Wenk | Behind The Breakaway

In this episode, we discuss the breaking news of LPL Financial's acquisition of Commonwealth. Jason Wenk, CEO and Founder of Altruist, joins the Behind...

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00:28:34

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Episode 22

March 26, 2025

Episode 22 - What Happens If I Lose A 'Good' Client? | Behind The Breakaway

In this episode of Behind the Breakaway, we discuss the challenges faced when transitioning from a captive broker-dealer to an RIA firm, particularly focusing...

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Episode 21

March 13, 2025

Episode 21 - How Do I Minimize The Risk of Getting Sued? | Behind The Breakaway

In this episode, we delve into a recent lawsuit between Edward Jones and Commonwealth Financial, and we discuss the challenges advisors face when breaking...

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00:25:42

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Episode 20

January 22, 2025

Episode 20 - What's Ahead for 2025 and 2026? | Behind the Breakaway

In this episode, we discuss what's in our plans for 2025 and 2026 as well as more on the process of leaving a captive...

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00:44:46

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Episode 19

November 27, 2024

Episode 19 - Myth Busted: 'I Need A Big Back Office'

In this episode, we debunk the myth that transitioning financial advisors need a massive back office. We explain how many back office tasks are...

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