The Adviser Checkup Podcast

One year after the Bernie Madoff scheme was uncovered a rule called the Custody Rule was given a grand update. This rule is an important one to understand as an investor to know how your assets are being protected. Unfortunately what should be a straightforward concept turns out to have quite a few nuances. We will discuss this important rule, how to know if your adviser has custody of your assets, and learn about an extra check on your wealth your adviser might be investing in every year.

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Important Disclosures: I am not a financial adviser. Information presented is for educational purposes only and should not be interpreted as financial advice. I am here to help you better your relationship with your own financial adviser, not to be one.

You share a lot of important data with your financial adviser including your social security number, bank account data, and more. It's more important than ever that this data is kept safe. The U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (aka the SEC) has stated for 2022 a priority for their exams of investment advisers is Information Security so your adviser has no excuse to not focus on this issue. In this episode, I will share why you need to care about your data security with your adviser and what you can do as an investor to stay safe.

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Important Disclosures: I am not a financial adviser. Information presented is for educational purposes only and should not be interpreted as financial advice. I am here to help you better your relationship with your own financial adviser, not to be one.

Breaking up is hard to do. From time to time it might be necessary to leave your financial adviser, financial planner, wealth manager, or investment adviser. When doing so I encourage you to adhere to the values of consideration, respect, and honesty. Today we will explore reasons you should and should not leave your financial adviser, how to do so gracefully, and other items to consider.

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Important Disclosures: I am not a financial adviser. Information presented is for educational purposes only and should not be interpreted as financial advice. I am here to help you better your relationship with your own financial adviser, not to be one.

With traditional equity markets in the "bear market" territory, many advisers and investors look towards alternative assets to diversify their portfolios. What is an alternative investment? How is an alternative asset similar to a risky handbag? If your adviser recommends a private equity fund what should you ask? Are you able to invest in private equity funds? Listen today to learn all this and more.

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Important Disclosures: I am not a financial adviser. Information presented is for educational purposes only and should not be interpreted as financial advice. I am here to help you better your relationship with your own financial adviser, not to be one.

Inspired by Kim Scott's book Radical Candor I share a framework for building a strong and lasting relationship with your financial planner, investment adviser, or wealth manager. Kim states a radically candid relationship is caring personally while challenging directly. Let's explore why this is a great way to engage with your adviser.

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Important Disclosures: I am not a financial adviser. Information presented is for educational purposes only and should not be interpreted as financial advice. I am here to help you better your relationship with your own financial adviser, not to be one.

Do you meet with your financial adviser, financial planner, or wealth manager virtually or in person? Should you be meeting in person? Are other clients meeting their adviser in person? Is a Zoom meeting as effective? Let's discuss.

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Important Disclosures: I am not a financial adviser. Information presented is for educational purposes only and should not be interpreted as financial advice. I am here to help you better your relationship with your own financial adviser, not to be one.

What is the difference between financial advice and a financial plan? When you work with an investment professional are they delivering advice or a plan? Where does a wealth manager fit in? Can my financial planner give me investment advice? Let's discuss.

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Important Disclosures: I am not a financial adviser. Information presented is for educational purposes only and should not be interpreted as financial advice. I am here to help you better your relationship with your own financial adviser, not to be one.

Are you starting with a small amount to invest and wondering if an investment adviser or financial planner is right for you? Let's talk about the myth that financial advice is only for the ultra-wealthy.

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Important Disclosures: I am not a financial adviser. Information presented is for educational purposes only and should not be interpreted as financial advice. I am here to help you better your relationship with your own financial adviser, not to be one.

Have you ever sent your financial planner a text message only to receive an email in response? Do you wonder why your investment adviser or wealth manager doesn't text you when the markets are going wild? What is going on here?

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Important Disclosures: I am not a financial adviser. Information presented is for educational purposes only and should not be interpreted as financial advice. I am here to help you better your relationship with your own financial adviser, not to be one.

So you have decided to hire a financial adviser, wealth manager, or financial planner. Great...now where to start? How do you go about finding an investment adviser? Allow me to offer 6 ideas to get the process started.

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Important Disclosures: I am not a financial adviser. Information presented is for educational purposes only and should not be interpreted as financial advice. I am here to help you better your relationship with your own financial adviser, not to be one.