Turnkey Independence

Turnkey Independence

Independence, without the overhead.

Making money

$3,145,730

average revenue 

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9.4%

average annual growth 

Networking

40

branches 

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$3,145,730

average revenue 

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9.4%

average annual growth 

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40

branches 

You own it. We power it.

Excel with guidance, training, and full-service infrastructure support for effortless management of your advisory business—while still owning your book and your independence. You can have it all without doing it all. 

Grow your book, not your to-do list 

Create the work/life balance you want letting Cetera provide you with: 

Turnkey Independence

Walk into a fully-equipped office space—furniture, tech, and supplies—so you can hit the ground running.

From your branch manager to your sales assistant and office admin, get experienced professionals ready to back you up whenever you need them.

We take HR, payroll, and compliance off your plate—and add on-site mentorship and career development to fuel your growth.

Choice and flexibility—we expect you to expect nothing less

That’s why we give you multiple ways to affiliate, plus additional options within each model 
to help you find the perfect fit.

Go RIA—and let us do the heavy lifting

Higher payout. Greater valuation. Full control. RIA Blueprint gives you all the benefits of owning your own RIA—without the weight of creating your own tech, compliance, and operations systems. Flexible affiliation options grow with you as your business evolves.

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We make it easy to expand your capabilities

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Contact Representative BG Rachel Tina Purple Plane

Talk with us today

Connect with our Business Development team to learn how our holistic approach can benefit your entire business.

Hesitant about a move?

Our award-winning onboarding experience solves for the uncertainty.

See How

*Average revenue and growth measured over the 12-month period ending April 30, 2024. Branch number as of April 30, 2024.

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Registered Investment Advisers Blueprint

RIA Blueprint

Go RIA—and let us do the heavy lifting.

Go further, faster

Enjoy all the benefits of the independent RIA model while avoiding many of the burdens. Capitalize on our scaled platform, community support, and business management programs, and move between models at your own pace. 

The right ecosystem for RIA growth

RIA Blueprint delivers technology, compliance, and custodial solutions that overcome the operational challenges of RIA ownership—plus affiliation options you can move between efficiently, enjoying a continuum of direct and consultative support.

Exceptional RIA technology

Manage your brokerage and advisory business within our holistic, integrated platform, AdviceWorks. It brings a slew of must-haves like Redtail, Albridge, and MoneyGuidePro together with Orion Advisor Technology, giving you clear control and oversight of your entire business.

Your RIA, custom compliance support

Regulatory risk can be one of the biggest burdens of operating your own RIA, but we make it easier to make the right decisions with our compliance support, including consulting, draft filing reviews, and annual compliance reviews. 

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Choice and flexibility—we expect you to expect nothing less

That’s why we give you multiple ways to affiliate, plus additional options within each model 
to help you find the perfect fit.

High-touch, direct custodial relationship

No matter the size of your business, you’ll enjoy personalized custodial services from Cetera Investment Services. Our only clients are Cetera-affiliated advisors and institutions.

33

33

Years Self-Clearing

320,000+

320,000+

Clients

$95B

$95B

Assets Under Administration

400+

400+

Institutional Clients

Contact Representative BG Rachel Tina Purple Plane

Create the RIA experience you want today

Your possibilities for the future should always feel limitless. Talk with us to learn how we can help you create new avenues for growth with RIA Blueprint.

Hesitant about a move?

Our award-winning onboarding experience solves for the uncertainty.

See How

Number of clients and assets under administration data as of July 31, 2024.

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Large Enterprises

Large Enterprises

Purpose-built to grow your enterprise.

Lose the constraints—never the control

Keep your focus on what moves you, and we’ll handle the rest. Our multiple affiliation options maintain your community, culture, and business model while empowering your super OSJ, broker-dealer, or producer group to thrive.

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Capital support for your success

Let us add to your well-developed infrastructure with deep recruiting and organic growth proficiency underwritten by Cetera’s capital—so you’re positioned to expand potential on Day 1.

Define the future on your terms

Closely craft the next chapter for your business and your team while directing your legacy with our low-friction succession programs and custom playbook to build a W-2 model.

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Go RIA—and let us do the heavy lifting

Higher payout. Greater valuation. Full control. RIA Blueprint gives you all the benefits of owning your own RIA—without the weight of creating your own tech, compliance, and operations systems. Flexible affiliation options grow with you as your business evolves.

Learn More

Choice and flexibility—we expect you to expect nothing less

That’s why we give you multiple ways to affiliate, plus additional options within each model to help you find the perfect fit.

Enhance your capabilities

See All Solutions
Contact Representative BG Rachel Tina Purple Plane

Talk with us today

Connect with our Business Development team to discover how a dedicated approach to team growth can empower your success.

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Tax & Accounting Professionals

Tax & Accounting Professionals

Built for how tax pros really grow.

$2,500

per year per tax client

Average revenue increase for Cetera tax professionals who've added wealth management to their tax practice.

Go beyond tax-smart to tax-intelligent

As the leading growth consultant for tax and accounting professionals integrating wealth management into their practices, we know what it takes to help both sides of your business flourish.

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Better outcomes for your clients

Taking a more holistic approach to your clients’ financial picture by integrating wealth management and tax planning can quickly add up. Tax-efficient investing and smart withdrawal strategies enhance portfolio returns about 1.2% annually.

Dedication to tax professionals

We’ve never taken a one-size-fits-all approach to those we serve, so it should be no surprise we have communities singularly focused on serving tax professionals like you. What can that level of specialization do to benefit your success? Everything.

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Go RIA—and let us do the heavy lifting

Higher payout. Greater valuation. Full control. RIA Blueprint gives you all the benefits of owning your own RIA—without the weight of creating your own tech, compliance, and operations systems. Flexible affiliation options grow with you as your business evolves.

Learn More

Choice and flexibility—we expect you to expect nothing less

That’s why we give you multiple ways to affiliate, plus additional options within each model 
to help you find the perfect fit.

Find new growth with our customized benefits

See All Solutions
Contact Representative BG Rachel Tina Purple Plane

Talk with us today

Connect with your Business Development team to learn how our holistic approach can benefit your entire business.

No license? No problem!

Whether you’re a tax pro without a securities registration or an advisor without a CPA or EA license, we can help you get the credentials you need or facilitate a strategic partnership so you can offer your clients greater financial well-being.

Hesitant about a move?

Our award-winning onboarding experience solves for the uncertainty.

See How

*Based on internal analysis of Cetera Financial Specialists-affiliated tax professionals
Russel Investments’ 2023 Value of an Advisor Survey

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Independent Advisors

Independent Advisors

Be fiercely independent and fully supported.

See the Cetera Difference

Learn how a personalized approach can help empower growth on your terms.

Dream bigger

Enjoy independence without limits. Whether you’re a solo shop, team, ensemble, or super OSJ, you’ll get the exact support you need when you decide it’s needed so you can manage and scale your business with ease.

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Holistic support for your every ambition

Benefit from customized in-office support from your onboarding and through all phases of growth. Your dedicated Regional Growth Team will provide deep daily support for your individual needs—so you can excel at the hard tasks with a lot less hard work.

Go RIA—and let us do the heavy lifting

Higher payout. Greater valuation. Full control. RIA Blueprint gives you all the benefits of owning your own RIA—without the weight of creating your own tech, compliance, and operations systems. Flexible affiliation options grow with you as your business evolves.

Learn More

Don’t just take our word for it…

"Cetera is about growth! If you can't grow here, you can't grow anywhere."

Anthony Fauci

Anthony Fauci

Guided Professional Solutions, LLC

"Cetera has developed channels and platforms for any type of business you do. Whatever you are looking for, you should be able to find it at Cetera."

Harlan Fischer

Harlan Fischer

Branch Financial Services, Inc.

"After 31 years in this industry, Cetera is the only firm I've seen that treats every single advisor with 'white glove' service."

John Veirup

John Veirup

Cetera Investors

"Cetera is about growth! If you can't grow here, you can't grow anywhere."

Anthony Fauci

Anthony Fauci

Guided Professional Solutions, LLC

"Cetera has developed channels and platforms for any type of business you do. Whatever you are looking for, you should be able to find it at Cetera."

Harlan Fischer

Harlan Fischer

Branch Financial Services, Inc.

"After 31 years in this industry, Cetera is the only firm I've seen that treats every single advisor with 'white glove' service."

John Veirup

John Veirup

Cetera Investors

Choice and flexibility—we expect you to expect nothing less

That’s why we give you multiple ways to affiliate, plus additional options within each model to help you find the perfect fit.

Tools and teams that fuel your entrepreneurial spirit

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This Is More Than a Deal—It’s a Launching Pad.

We respect your business—and we pay on AUM.

Get Your Custom Offer for a Custom Fit

*This is a sample offer and is for illustrative purposes only. All offers are subject to a complete submission of all requested documentation and based upon a cost benefit analysis. All potential offers/payouts are subject to change and determined based on a variety of factors, including but not limited to, the mix of a business.

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