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The Perfect RIA
Fee Billing Faux Pas: How Advisors Lose Money Without Realizing It With Guest Lacey Shrum [Episode 286]
Dec 9, 2024
Lacey Shrum, founder and president of Smart KX, helps financial advisors navigate the tricky waters of fee billing. In this engaging discussion, Lacey reveals how manual billing errors can lead to severe consequences, even legal trouble. She emphasizes the psychological barriers that prevent advisors from accurately valuing their services and adjusting fees. The importance of automated billing systems is highlighted to avoid risks and enhance revenue. Lacey also stresses effective communication with clients to build trust and ensure adherence to fiduciary responsibilities.
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- Accurate fee billing is crucial for financial advisors, as errors can lead to significant income loss and client distrust.
- Transitioning to specialized billing software not only streamlines operations but also mitigates risks associated with manual calculations.
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Streamlining Financial Planning
Creating a one-page financial plan can significantly enhance the effectiveness of client engagement. The introduction of 79 targeted questions allows advisors to uncover deeper insights into their clients' true goals, retirement aspirations, and financial fears. This approach simplifies the planning process and helps advisors present clear, actionable roadmaps to their clients. The strategy not only saves time but also demonstrates to clients that their unique needs are being prioritized.
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