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  • RIA Confidential - The Biggest Fear About Going Independent, and Why It’s Flat-Out Wrong

    RIA Confidential - The Biggest Fear About Going Independent, and Why It’s Flat-Out Wrong
    2025/10/29
    Busting Advisors' Biggest Fear about Going Independent! the Insurance & Annuity Myth: What Advisors Need to Know About Independence!

    One of the biggest misconceptions keeping advisors from exploring independence is the belief that leaving a broker-dealer means losing access to insurance and annuity solutions. In this eye-opening joint episode of RIA Confidential, host Ray sits down with of Mike and Hunter from DPL Financial Partners to unpack the truth behind that myth: How fee-based insurance platforms are transforming the landscape for independent advisors.

    In this episode, you’ll discover:
    • How independent advisors maintain and even expand access to insurance and annuity solutions
    • The rise of commission-free, client-first protection products
    • How DPL’s model integrates seamlessly into the RIA ecosystem
    • Real-world examples of advisors who made the shift successfully
    Whether you’re considering independence or simply want to future-proof your business model, this conversation cuts through the confusion and delivers practical insight every advisor needs to hear.

    Tune in, take notes, and discover how independence can actually expand your capabilities, not limit them.

    About the Series:
    RIA Confidential — Your Source for the Truth About Going RIA — is produced by BraveHeartsTV in collaboration with United Advisor Group, and Beneficial Business Solutions. Featuring real conversations with advisors, thought leaders, and industry partners helping shape the next era of advisor independence. Disclaimer:

    United Advisor Group ("UAG"), is a federally registered investment adviser under the Investment Advisers Act of 1940. Registration as an investment adviser does not imply a certain level of skill or training. UAG, Form ADV Part 2A & CRS can be obtained by visiting: https://adviserinfo.sec.gov and search for our firm name. Neither the information nor any opinion expressed is to be construed as solicitation to buy or sell a security of personalized investment, tax, or legal advice.

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    Because you don’t have to be caught in the shuffle. You can write your own story.
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    18 分
  • Caught in the Shuffle: The Merger Survival Series. Episode 1 of 3

    Caught in the Shuffle: The Merger Survival Series. Episode 1 of 3
    2025/09/24
    Mergers and acquisitions are sweeping through the advisory world at record speed. In just the first half of 2025 alone, nearly $183 billion in assets changed hands across close to 200 deals.

    These headlines aren’t just numbers, they’re reshaping firms, careers, and client relationships and the RIA landscape all over the country. That’s why we’re launching Caught in the Shuffle: The Merger Survival Series.

    This is the first of three Episodes, Ray Gettins and Jonathan dedicated to Advisors caught in the shuffle. Listen as they dive into the shockwave advisors feel the moment a merger is announced.

    From payout grids that slash income by hundreds of thousands overnight to the emotional toll of losing control, they unpack the hidden costs of staying put, spotlighting real advisors who either got crushed or came out stronger by choosing independence.

    Most importantly, you’ll hear the first steps every advisor should take when consolidation comes knocking. Because even if you didn’t choose the merger, you still have a choice in what happens next.What happens when a merger announcement lands in your inbox?

    For many advisors, it’s a shock, a gut punch of realizing your free agency has vanished overnight. The culture you chose, the payout grid you relied on, and the control you once had can all disappear in an instant.

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    • Run the numbers with the free RIA Calculator at RIACalculator.org
    • Connect with us on LinkedIn at RIA Confidential Podcast
    • Book a confidential call with Ray at RIAMentor.com
    • Visit our website: RIAConfidential.com
    Because you don’t have to be caught in the shuffle. You can write your own story.
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    15 分
  • RIA Confidential - What Independence Really Looks Like for Advisors

    RIA Confidential - What Independence Really Looks Like for Advisors
    2025/08/20
    🎙 RIA Confidential – Episode 2: Making Independence Work Breaking away is only half the battle.

    The real challenge? Building the life and practice you envisioned once you’re on the other side. In this episode, host Jonathan Andrews sits down with Ray Gettins (“Your RIA Mentor”) to uncover what most advisors don’t see coming after leaving the broker-dealer model—and how to set yourself up for success. You’ll discover:
    • The #1 surprise advisors face after independence—and how to navigate it.
    • Why trust is built (or broken) in your daily operations, not just portfolio performance.
    • Real stories of collaboration inside United Advisor Group that boosted both client outcomes and advisor revenue.
    • How to scale your practice without losing authenticity—or your weekends.
    • The marketing edge: Why programs like the Sponsor Method help advisors stand out with purpose.
    Whether you’re planning your breakaway or already independent, this episode gives you the strategies and stories to make independence truly work for you.

    👉 Ready to explore your future?
    • Try the RIA Calculator at RIACalculator.org
    • Book a Call with Your RIA Mentor, Ray Gettins


    Episode Footer - Ready to take control of your future?
    • Run the numbers with the free RIA Calculator at RIACalculator.org
    • Connect with us on LinkedIn at RIA Confidential Podcast
    • Book a confidential call with Ray at RIAMentor.com
    • Visit our website: RIAConfidential.com
    Because you don’t have to be caught in the shuffle. You can write your own story.
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    15 分
  • RIA Confidential - EP 1 - Breaking Free from the Broker Dealer Model

    RIA Confidential - EP 1 - Breaking Free from the Broker Dealer Model
    2025/07/23
    Why Advisors Are Making the Move to RIA:

    Tired of feeling like just another cog in the machine? You’re not alone—and you’re not stuck. In this powerful kickoff episode of the RIA Confidential Podcast, host Jonathan Andrews sits down with Ray Gettins, "Your RIA Mentor," to explore the growing wave of financial advisors leaving the broker-dealer world behind for something better: the RIA model.

    They unpack why more advisors are walking away from restrictive platforms, outdated sales quotas, and capped earnings—and how going RIA unlocks true autonomy, fiduciary alignment, and business ownership.
    In this episode, you’ll discover:

    ✅ Why control, flexibility, and brand ownership matter more than ever
    ✅ The truth about payouts and the financial upside of going RIA
    ✅ How fiduciary duty deepens client trust and leads to referral growth
    ✅ What it really takes to customize portfolios and run your own practice
    ✅ Why UAG is helping advisors ditch compliance headaches for good
    ✅ And how to communicate with clients so they want to come with you

    Whether you’re RIA-curious or ready to make the leap, this episode offers insights, laughs, and hard-earned wisdom from the front lines of financial independence.

    🎧 Plus, don’t miss the shoutout to the RIA Income Calculator

    This free tool can be found at RIACalculator.org. It will help you see what your earning potential could look like on the other side of independence.


    Episode Footer - Ready to take control of your future?
    • Run the numbers with the free RIA Calculator at RIACalculator.org
    • Connect with us on LinkedIn at RIA Confidential Podcast
    • Book a confidential call with Ray at RIAMentor.com
    • Visit our website: RIAConfidential.com
    Because you don’t have to be caught in the shuffle. You can write your own story.
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    14 分