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Can my office be out of my home?
Yes, you decide where you want to work. -
Can I only use the Regal Securities name or can I have my own DBA?
You are welcome to use the Regal Securities, or have your own DBA. -
Do you require E&O Insurance?
Yes, we require that you pay into our E&O insurance plan. -
Do you accept representative that have filed for bankruptcy?
No. -
How long will it take to transfer my license?
Your registration will be processed upon receipt of your U-4. The transition team and compliance department will keep you in the loop regarding the approvals for each state. -
How long will it take to move my accounts?
Assuming all necessary paperwork has been submitted correctly, ACAT transfers take approximately 3-5 business days. -
Who will supervise my office?
A principal of our firm will be assigned as your supervisor and a member of our compliance department will do periodic inspections. -
Do you offer health insurance?
No. -
Can I conduct direct mutual fund business with your firm?
You can service existing direct business, but we ask that new business be conducted through the brokerage account. -
In addition to ticket charges, what other fees do you have?
All advisors are required to pay for E&O coverage and their system workstation. -
Am I able to use social media (Facebook, LinkedIn, etc.) in my practice?
Yes, we support social media. -
Do you have production minimums to join your firms?
Yes, we look for advisors with at least $100,000 gross in commissions or in advisory fees per year. -
Do you take advisors with complaints on their U-4?
We are looking for financial advisors with clean records, but we understand some situations are out of one's control. Any complaints will be reviewed and evaluated on a case-by-case basis. -
Do you have advertising and marketing support?
Yes, we have a full service marketing department as well as templates and tools available to our financial advisors.
Wirehouse vs. Independent
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