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PRACTICE FOR SALE: $89MM AUM | $110,000 GDC in Akron, AK View this Listing: https://successionlink.com/advisors/24436/ Overview: I am a successful advisor with a stable client base. We are still growing. I would like to find a buyer or successor that  can take over the practice or merge with my firm.

PRACTICE FOR SALE: $31MM AUM | $300,000 GDC in Palatine, IL View this Listing: https://successionlink.com/advisors/20170/ Overview: Due to restrictions, this advisor is only able to make a transaction with an Ameriprise affiliated advisor. This seller would like to sell the business anywhere in 2018 and would be available for 1 month to help with transition, pending pay (terms negotiable). The advisor is looking for a buyer, Ameriprise affiliate only, who is willing to make her/himself available to the clients. This could be at odd hours or weekends, with a possible phone call/web chat/etc. A buyer with a CFP is preferable, and local is preferable but not a requirement. This seller has been dedicated to the clients for many years and hopes to find the right fit.

PRACTICE FOR SALE: $36MM AUM | $325,000 GDC in Leonardtown, MD View this Listing: https://successionlink.com/advisors/24421/ Overview: Advisor seeks to transition out of the industry in 4-5 years. Advisor would like to either merge with an advisor with the same broker dealer to formulate a transition plan or entertain an offer for a buyout. Advisor would like the transaction to take place between now and the next 5 years. The ideal candidate already has an existing book of business that consists of both advisory and transactional. Advisor is not interested in candidates that are fee only or solely transactional. The ideal candidate must work on both the advisory and transactional sides. The ideal candidate is familiar with stocks, mutual funds, unit trusts, annuities, fixed income, separate money manager accounts. Advisor is interested in candidates that are currently with Wells Fargo Advisors. The ideal candidate must have an established presence no greater than 50 miles from Leonardtown, MD and be willing to maintain an office presence at least 1-2 days a week.

PRACTICE FOR SALE: $30MM AUM | $175,000 GDC in Waukesha, WI View this Listing: https://successionlink.com/advisors/23644/ Overview: Advisor seeks to merge with a larger firm before completely selling book of business and exiting. Advisor seeks to find a larger firm to merge with immediately. The ideal candidate is a larger established insurance agency or bank that has a wealth management department. The ideal candidate is looking for a senior advisor in which to merge with and buy book of business. Advisor seeks to add services of larger firm to their clients including auto, homeowner, life and health insurance. Advisor is only interested in candidates in the Milwaukee Metro area.

PRACTICE FOR SALE: $4MM AUM | $35,000 GDC in Boca Raton, FL View this Listing: https://successionlink.com/advisors/24435/ Overview: Advisor seeks to merge with another firm for 6 months to one year before advisor completely sells book of business and retires. Advisor seeks to identify a successor in the next 6 months to 1 year. The ideal candidate has a series 7 license and a CFP is preferred but not necessary. Ideal candidate should be familiar with general securities, variable annuities, and mutual funds. Advisor is only interested in candidate with an established presence in the tri-county area of Palm Beach, Dade, and Broward.

PRACTICE FOR SALE: $30MM AUM | $250,000 GDC in Century City, CA View this Listing: https://successionlink.com/advisors/23627/ Overview: Advisor seeks to affiliate with another firm to gain tech support and access to client opportunities. Advisor can bring business and asset management to the affiliate firm. Advisor seeks to affiliate right away. The ideal candidate would want to bring Advisor onto their management team. The ideal candidate is credible and brings a sophisticated face to the marketplace. Advisor is interested in candidates who have a presence on the west side of Los Angeles or is looking to establish a presence in Los Angeles.

PRACTICE FOR SALE: $10MM AUM | $150,000 GDC in Meridian, ID View this Listing: https://successionlink.com/advisors/21295/ Overview: Advisor seeks one of three options: 1) sell book of business immediately, 2) transition thru merger, succession, or continuity in a three year time period, or 3) network with an independent life insurance and/or property/casualty agency/agents, and a cfp. Ideal candidate has series 7 and 65 registered with Insurance licenses with experience transitioning clients from commission to a fee based model. Candidate must have experience with NON-ERISA 403b accounts and must have a relationship with Fidelity. The ideal candidate should be located in Las Vegas or willing to open an office to Las Vegas.

PRACTICE FOR SALE: $20MM AUM | $85,000 GDC in Butte, MT View this Listing: https://successionlink.com/advisors/23603/ Overview: Looking to sell within 1 year. The ideal candidate has more than two years experience with a series 6, series 7, and/or series 66 license with the ability to process REITs and 1031s and is willing to establish a full time presence in Montana.

PRACTICE FOR SALE: $13MM AUM | $100,000 GDC in Erie, PA View this Listing: https://successionlink.com/advisors/21938/ Overview: Advisor seeks to transition his business to a new owner. Advisor seeks this merger to occur in the next 1-3 years with the advisor staying on for one year to ensure a smooth transition before advisor completely sells business. The ideal candidate has 5-10 years experience and has a series 7, life, and annuity licenses. A CFP is preferred but not necessary. Candidate should be familiar with variable and equity index annuities and mutual funds. Ideal candidate has an office within a 150 mile radius of Erie, PA

PRACTICE FOR SALE: $20MM AUM | $50,000 GDC in Nassau County, NY View this Listing: https://successionlink.com/advisors/21872/ Overview: Advisor seeks to bring on a candidate and work with them for one year before Advisor completely sells book of business. Advisor would like this transition to take place in the next 1 - 5 years. The ideal candidate is a people person. Although a CFP is desired, it is not required. Ideal candidate should have at least 5 years of experience and familiarity with mutual funds and bonds. Advisor is only interested in candidates in New York, New Jersey, and Connecticut.

PRACTICE FOR SALE: $300,000 AGR | $300,000 Premiums in Bronxville, NY View this Listing: https://successionlink.com/insurance/21565/ Overview: Looking to sell book of business and stay on for 3-5 years as assistant.  Only considering candidates located in or near New York City. Great buy for someone who values also the non-financial benefits of having an experienced insurance broker.

PRACTICE FOR SALE: $33MM AUM | $378,000MM GDC in Olympia, WA View this Listing: https://successionlink.com/advisors/21917/ Overview: Practice is 90% Fee based RIA and 10% brokerage based.  RIA side, financial planning and investment modeling. Algorithms to run the growth models and build income models separately.  On the brokerage side variable annuities, traditional mutual funds and fixed income.  Prefer a buy out period of 10 years and a release of liability at least 2 or three years within onset of contract.

PRACTICE FOR SALE: $33MM AUM | $378,000MM GDC in Westlake Village, CA View this Listing: https://successionlink.com/advisors/20986/ Overview: Advisor is a solo financial planning practice, but would like to be part of an ensemble practice with others, where the clients are the clients of the firm. It would also serve as a succession plan in case of death or disability. Advisor seeks to merge with another advisor and would like the merger to happen right away. The ideal candidate is dually licensed, believes in modern portfolio theory, and uses turnkey asset management programs. Advisor is interested in candidates located within a 30 mile radius of Westlake Village, California or willing to relocate full time within a 30 mile radius of Westlake Village, California

PRACTICE FOR SALE: $21MM AUM | $350,000MM GDC in Richmond, CA View this Listing: https://successionlink.com/advisors/23708/ Overview: Advisor seeks to retire completely and sell book of business. Advisor seeks to work with buyer for 4-5 months to ensure a smooth transaction. Advisor seeks to succeed as soon as possible. The ideal candidate is an enrolled agent or CPA and a registered investment advisor. The ideal candidate has an insurance license and tax credentials and should be familiar with all insurance products, index annuities, and mutual funds. Advisor seeks to talk to advisors from across the country.

PRACTICE FOR SALE: $10MM AUM | $112,000 GDC in Lake Mary, FL View this Listing: https://successionlink.com/advisors/22003/ Overview: Advisor seeks to merge with another firm or completely sell book of business and retire. Advisor seeks to succeed in the next five years.  The ideal candidate has experience working with overseas asset managers and UK financial planning products. Ideal candidate has experience working with British expats and has experience working with asset managers based in Britain.

PRACTICE FOR SALE: $7MM AUM | $70,000 GDC in Greensboro, NC View this Listing: https://successionlink.com/advisors/23523/ Overview: Advisor seeks to completely sell book of business and retire. Advisor seeks to complete transaction in the next two years. The ideal candidate has between 5 and 10 years of experience and is familiar with mutual funds, equities, bonds, etfs, and REITs. Advisor seeks a candidate with an established office in a state east of the Mississippi River.

PRACTICE FOR SALE: $8MM AUM | $300,000 GDC In Grapevine, TX View this Listing: https://successionlink.com/advisors/4348/ Overview: Two partners started and run a hedge fund since 2010 that is an equity options based strategy with cumulative returns over 600% for 8 years. A different RIA is now launching a fund with our strategy.

PRACTICE FOR SALE: $8.5MM AUM | $115,000 GDC In Pasadena, CA View this Listing: https://successionlink.com/advisors/18748/ Overview: I am seeking to retire and completely sell book of business. While I seek to retire in three years, I will also entertain immediate offers. My ideal candidate is about 55 years old and is interested in working another ten years. The ideal candidate will have familiarity with US Treasury bonds, income producing stocks, and mutual funds. They must be familiar with 100% commission based and is transaction based. I am not interested in candidates outside California and candidates close to Pasadena are preferred. I prefer an advisor who is affiliated with my same firm or willing to affiliate with my same firm.

PRACTICE FOR SALE: $40MM AUM | $200,000  GDC in Albany, NY View this Listing: https://successionlink.com/advisors/19040/ Overview: 70% managed money 30% insurance products which includes annuities & life insurance.  Looking to sell and accepting offers immediately. CFP or CHFC preferred. 20% downpayment with the remainder to be paid in no more than 36 months. Firms outside of New York not considered.

PRACTICE FOR SALE: $73MM AUM | $615,000  GDC in Portland, OR View this Listing: https://successionlink.com/advisors/17229/ Overview:My practice is for sale. I'm looking to sell by the end of the year. I am willing to stay on, under a consulting agreement, to help transition the clients over to the the new owner for a period of time in 2018. I have a very desirable practice, in regards to revenue and operational support. I will not not change BD's or Clearing Firms. Buyer must come over to FSC under my current OSJ. I have a great office location (probably one of the best locations around) with tremendous visibility and signage. I believe that taking over my current space and taking on my current assistant will be instrumental in the transition of my business. The office has room to house multiple advisors and my OSJ can help you recruit if needed. An advisor with a series 7, and 65 or 66 is a must as I have about 20 million in annuities with 1.00% trail and an expansive advisory business.

PRACTICE FOR SALE: $62MM AUM | $800,000  GDC in Asheville, NC View this Listing: https://successionlink.com/advisors/23542/ Overview: Advisor seeks to merge with an ideal candidate for a few years to transition clients before completely selling book of business. Advisor seeks to merge with a candidate in the next 5 years. Ideal candidate must have 1) a Dorsey Wright or a similar subscription services; 2) custody with Fidelity; and 3) experience with trading with discretion. Ideal candidate has at least 10 years experience and a Retirement Income Certified Professional (RCIP) designation is preferred, but not required. Ideal candidate has a currently established presence in the state of North Carolina.

PRACTICE FOR SALE: $26MM AUM | $287,000 GDC In Dallas, TX View this Listing: https://successionlink.com/advisors/20671/ Overview: We have been registered, either with the SEC or the Texas State Securities Board, since January, 1984. We have always been fee-only. Most of our current Clients are Individuals and Families, although we also manage Qualified Retirement Plans assets, all on a Balanced Fund, top-down basis. Subject only to limitations agreed to in our individual Client Contracts, all of our accounts are fully-discretionary. The Founder has both CFA and CFP certifications. He has a well-documented, excellent track record (using Advent Axys software) in Balanced Portfolio management since 1992. He also had the 5-year Top Performance Rank in the Indata Taxed Funds Balanced Portfolio category for the years 1987-91. Indata was a very well known, highly regarded firm at the time. When he was managing (with discretion) the Fixed Income investments for a Fortune 100 company Master Trust, he was recognized as having top performance by the Wilshire TUCS service. The founder specializes in Closed End Funds. We have international Clients. Our firm is expanding its set of comprehensive personal financial planning and consulting services, which will include associating with other firms or individuals and being compensated separately for planning and consulting services. We will also expand the set of investments that are available to our Clients. We will re-enter the 401(k) marketplace through a combination of self-directed portfolio management portfolios for individual Participants and pooled accounts (Partnerships or Trusts), which may include setting up and offering non-traditional, Balanced Closed End Funds. having distinctive degrees of risk.

PRACTICE FOR SALE: $192MM AUM | $1.5MM GDC In Falmouth, MA View this Listing: https://successionlink.com/advisors/14828/ Overview: Examining continuity and succession options. Full service financial planning and investment management.

PRACTICE FOR SALE: $115MM AUM | $605,000 GDC In Casper, WY View this Listing: https://successionlink.com/advisors/18011/ Overview: Our firm offers both discretionary portfolio management and 401K consulting services. We are looking for merger/succession possibilities.

PRACTICE FOR SALE: $70MM AUM | $500,000 GDC In Bartlesville, Ok View this Listing: https://successionlink.com/advisors/12528/ Overview: Established 17 year old, 2 person investment advisory firm, seeking an associate for succession planning. Business model is predominately fee based, with some commission based clients. New associate could come with or without a book of business, merger and/or buy in, possibility. We are NOT interested in selling out business to advisors outside our geographic area. We are NOT interested in making a broker-dealer change. Unless you would be open to relocating to our community, then we would not have room for discussion.

PRACTICE FOR SALE: 
$10MM AUM | $150,000 GDC In San Jose, CA 
View this Listing: successionlink.com/advisors/23674/ Overview: Advisor seeks to sell business and exit the industry. Advisor seeks to exit the industry in 2018. The ideal candidate is bilingual (English and Chinese) and has at least 5 years of experience. A Series 6 is necessary and a Series 7 is preferred but not necessary. The ideal candidate has experience with variable annuities and mutual funds. The advisor is interested in candidates who have a California license.

PRACTICE FOR SALE: $62MM AUM | $605,000 GDC In Albuquerque, NM View this Listing: https://successionlink.com/advisors/18226/ Overview: Small CPA financial planning firm. We work with 112 households and provide investment management, primarily through 3rd party managers, income tax preparation and financial plans. We are structured as an RIA and have a Registered Rep relationship with a B/D. Looking to merge with a larger firm, sell over 5 years and stay on as branch manager.

PRACTICE FOR SALE: $30MM AUM | $160,000 GDC In Sacramento, CA View This Listing: https://successionlink.com/advisors/20475/ Ideal purchasing candidate is a Certified Financial Planner, (or on track to achieve designations), with extensive knowledge of life insurance products as well as equities portfolio management. The take-over advisor should have at least two years of experience and be located within a 75 mile radius of Sacramento. The retiring advisor strongly prefers a candidate who is affiliated with (or will seriously consider moving to) B/D firm, Signator Investors, Inc., to greatly ease the merger buy/sell transaction.

PRACTICE FOR SALE: $16MM AUM | $400,000 GDC In Littleton, CO View this Listing: https://successionlink.com/advisors/21489/ Very loyal book of business, health conditions reason for sale. Clients in several different states incl. a big piece (25-30%) in FL. Looking for a buyer who is relationship driven. Good opportunity for the right person as the clients are extremely loyal. Looking to sell not merge.

PRACTICE FOR SALE: $116MM AUM | $1.1MM GDC In Raleigh, NC View This Listing: https://successionlink.com/advisors/21457/ Only qualified buyers will be considered. Buyers must be willing to change affiliations. Will require detailed financial information be supplied. My practice is almost 100% advisory and I will only consider candidates that can service my clients as they've become accustomed to over the past. This is an immediate sale with a minimum purchase price of $ 2 million with 35-50% down payment.

In the third episode of Season 2 Get Connected, we dive right into the the Opportunities Spotlight/Feature Practice Listings. In this segment Phil Flakes shares details on of featured listings. Here are some brief details with link to the full profiles on Succession Link: -$10MM AUM | $150,000 GDC In Meridian, ID: https://successionlink.com/advisors/21295/ -$30MM AUM | $250,000 GDC In Century City, CA: https://successionlink.com/advisors/23627/ -$10MM AUM | $112,000 GDC In Lake Mary, FL: https://successionlink.com/advisors/22003/ This segment is followed by an excerpt from an interview with Vice Chairman, David Barton and Business Analyst, William Perysian from Mercer Advisors sharing insight on their recent acquisition using Succession Link's platform. Tune in to our weekly podcast to get the latest updates on practices within your area, engagement ideas, Q & A's, and excerpts from recent blog postings, Success Story, Deal Structures, and User Advice. Don't forget to Subscribe!

Welcome to Season 2 Episode 2 of "Get Connected", hosted by Succession Link. In this episode, Phil Flakes presents the most current Opportunity Spotlight / Feature Practice Listings. Here are some brief details with the links to the full profiles on Succession Link: -$40,000 AGR | $400,000 Premiums In Tucson, AZ https://successionlink.com/insurance/21919/ -$100,000 AGR | $1MM Premiums In Laguna Beach, CA https://successionlink.com/insurance/21624/ -$300,000 AGR | $1,500MM Premiums In Garland, TX https://successionlink.com/insurance/21662/ This Segment is followed by an excerpt from Head of Operations, Evee Walker presenting the top 10 considerations when selling your agency. Tune in to our weekly podcast to get the latest updates on practices within your area, engagement ideas, Q & A's, and excerpts from recent blog postings, Success Story, Deal Structures, and User Advice. For questions, comments, or feedback, please reach out to our Succession Link, Customer Service Team: info@successionlink.com

Welcome to Season 2 Episode 1 of "Get Connected", hosted by Succession Link. In the first episode of Season 2, Phil Flakes provides most current Opportunity Spotlight / Feature Practice Listings for Financial Advisory practices. Here are some brief details with the links to the full profiles on Succession Link: Advisory: -$116MM AUM | $1.1MM GDC In Raleigh, NC: https://successionlink.com/advisors/21457/ -$14MM AUM | $101,000 GDC In Norwood, MA: https://successionlink.com/advisors/21461/ -$16MM AUM | $400,000 GDC In Littleon, CO: https://successionlink.com/advisors/21489/ ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- This Segment is followed by an excerpt from Head of Operations, Evee Walker, addressing the differences between the lite and premier subscription plans. Sign-Up for Succession Link: http://www.successionlink.com/home Compare Subscription: http://www.successionlink.com/pricing ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Tune in to our weekly podcast to get the latest updates on practices within your area, engagement ideas, Q & A's, and excerpts from recent blog postings, Success Story, Deal Structures, and User Advice. For questions, comments, or feedback, please reach out to our Succession Link, Customer Service Team: info@successionlink.com Don't forget to Subscribe!

Welcome to Season 1 Episode 4 of "Get Connected", hosted by Succession Link. In the final episode of Season 1, Phil Flakes provides featured practice listings for both the Advisory and Insurance side of the marketplace.   Here are some brief details with link to the full profiles on Succession Link: Advisory: • $58MM AUM | $485,000 GDC In Lockport, NY: https://successionlink.com/advisors/18616/ • $180MM AUM | $1.6MM GDC In Boulder, CO: https://successionlink.com/advisors/19522/ Insurance: • $450,000 AGR | $2.5MM Premiums In Longwood, FL https://successionlink.com/insurance/21572/ • $300,000 AGR | $300,000 Premiums In Bronxville, NY https://successionlink.com/insurance/21565/ ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- This segment is followed by an informative introduction to Succession Link by Customer Service manager Jack Foote. Jack compares the differences between the Subscription Levels as well and takes you through How to Get Signed Up for Succession Link. Sign-Up for Succession Link : www.successionlink.com/home Season 1 concludes with Evee Walker, providing insider tips on ‘how to draft the right message to generate a response from a seller’. Schedule a One-on-One Buyer’s Coaching Session: https://calendly.com/jackfootesl1 ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------   Tune in to our weekly podcast to get the latest updates on practices within your area, engagement ideas,  Q & A's, and excerpts from recent blog postings, Success Story, Deal Structures, and User Advice.   Don't forget to Subscribe!

Welcome to Season 1 Episode 3 of "Get Connected", hosted by Succession Link. In this episode, Phil Flakes sheds some light on the Insurance portion of the community and presents the most current Insurance Opportunity Spotlight/Feature Practice Listings.   Here are some brief details with link to the full profiles on Succession Link: • $120,000 AGR | $20,000 Premiums In Oxnard, CA: https://successionlink.com/insurance/21177/ • $300,000 AGR | $1MM Premiums In Tampa, FL: https://successionlink.com/insurance/21202/ • $1MM AGR | $2MM Premiums In Westminster, CO: https://successionlink.com/insurance/21401/ ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- This segment is followed by an excerpt from a recent webinar titled: Financing Your Acquisition in a Competitive Market. Mike Strakhov, Live Oak Bank, presents ‘How to Win the Deal’. Watch Full Webinar: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Uga0ngfFOJs&t=233s The show concludes with Evee Walker, sharing some thoughts on the ‘Mistakes to Avoid when Selling an Insurance Firm’.   ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------   Tune in to our weekly podcast to get the latest updates on practices within your area, engagement ideas,   Q & A's, and excerpts from recent blog postings, Success Story, Deal Structures, and User Advice.   Don't forget to Subscribe!