Get off to the right start with your advisory firm. Whether you need a little help getting started or a turnkey solution, AdvisorAssist can tailor a program to meet the unique needs of your firm.
The Advisor Registration Essentials™ service provides you with expert assistance to get your new RIA firm up and running as quickly as possible. Advisor Registration Essentials™ is a comprehensive solution that allows you to leverage our experience and guidance to prepare complex registration and compliance documents. Our comprehensive solutions include:
| Standard | Premium | |
| Business and Regulatory Consultation | ||
| Custodian Selection | ||
| Research applicable SEC or State requirements | ||
| Obtain entitlements for the IARD System | ||
| Draft and file Form ADV Part 1A and 1B | ||
| Draft and file Form ADV Part II and Schedules | ||
| Prepare Form U-4 (Uniform Application for Securities Industry Registration or Transfer) or Form U-10 Uniform Examination Request for non-FINRA Candidates) | ||
| Scheduling of Series 65 or Series 66 exam | ||
| Prepare state specific requirements for primary state, as applicable | ||
| Responding to regulatory inquiries and deficiency comments | ||
Compliance Policies and Procedures, including:
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D-I-Y Toolkit | Customized |
| Client Advisory Contract | D-I-Y Toolkit | Customized |
| Investment Policy Statement | D-I-Y Toolkit | Customized |
| Access to AdvisorAssist Resources™, our online advisor resource center | ||
| Access to Advisor InSights™ newsletter periodic email updates | ||
| Ongoing compliance and regulatory support | Optional | Optional |
Advisor Registration Essentials™ is recommended for firms intending to register with the SEC and/or one state, that have registered personnel with clean disciplinary histories, and have simple organizational structures (e.g., no affiliated broker/dealers or alternative funds). Additional fees may apply to firms filing in multiple states, where there are prior U-4 disclosures, or have affiliations with other financial services firms.
Please call us at 866.513.4042 or complete the adjacent form to discuss your specific situation and obtain pricing for complex situations.
