100 RIAs to Watch

These investment advisors are growing, expanding their teams and raising the bar for service.

Retirement Tougher Mentally Than Financially, Advisors Agree

“We need to remind clients that at some point, the markets will pull back (example 2022) and that we need to articulate how the overspending today could negatively impact their long-term objectives and needs,’’ - Mike Leverty

This Advisor Team Left a Big BD to Upgrade Its Retirement Planning

“But when it comes to income planning, clients need a true advisor and a true consultant, and they are seeking out truly independent advisors” - Mike Leverty

A Lump-Sum Payout Might Make Sense

"You could take the lump sum now— which means you’ll enjoy the more generous payout— invest the money and use part of the payout to purchase an immediate annuity down the road." -Josh Hawkins

Bloomberg: Where to Invest $100,000 Right Now

"It’s a cliche, but the best portfolio long-term is going to win for the investor with singles and doubles — you don’t need to take the risk to get the home run." -Luke Keene

Advisors to Watch List: Fastest Growing Advisor

Mike Leverty ranks #85 in the top 200

*Rankings were published on September 22, 2022. Criteria to be considered for ranking includes a minimum of 7 years experience, $100 mm in AUM, and clean regulatory record. Advisors are ranked on a 100-point scale in three categories: Scale, Growth and Professionalism.

FAs Weigh In: Crypto in 401(k)s Acceptable for Some, ‘No-Fly Zone’ for Others

"We are not opposed to clients holding crypto but feel that this allocation should be part of their speculative allocation and not part of their core long-term allocations. - Mike Leverty

FAs Weigh In: M&A Race? Ready, Set, Go

"A future M&A opportunity would need to provide synergies and value to our existing clients and staff, while complementing our culture and current management philosophies" - Mike Leverty

How Advisors Help Farmers Sow the Seeds of Future Growth

"It can be hard to convince farmers to think about the 'someday' of retirement, but advisors have to connect the dots between today and someday." - Luke Keene

FAs Weigh In: Alts Key to Client Portfolios

"Our team has been active in implementing alternative investments into client portfolios, particularly in the private equity and private credit space." - Mike Leverty