Considering a Firm Change? Ask These Questions First
Firm Transitions Podcast With Corey Walen 146 views September 24, 2026 2:13 pm
Every firm can tell you it offers great marketing, strong growth support, an experienced transition team, and an advisor-centric culture. The useful question is what those claims mean for your business.
In this video, I share questions financial advisors should ask if they’re performing their own (DIYing) due diligence. Marketing capabilities, permissions and turnaround times, how firms measure advisor growth, transition experience with advisors from your current firm, and what “owning your clients” may mean if you eventually leave.
If you’re considering a broker-dealer change or a move to independence, these questions can help you compare firms with more clarity.
🧾 I also share that I have a PDF that helps outline the questions you should be asking, reach out if you’d like me to send you a copy of this due diligence worksheet.
I hope this helps. Thanks for watching!
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