Hybrid RIA Services

Hybrid RIA Services for Independent Registered Investment Advisors

Since 2014, M.S Howells & Co. has focused on the success of independent Registered Investment Advisors (RIAs) by specializing in seamless, flexible, and cost-effective business operations, which are custom-designed to fit our client’s needs and supported by a team of highly skilled and experienced professionals. 

Our Advantage - Hybrid RIA Services

“FRIENDLY” BROKER-DEALER SERVICES

As a “friendly" broker-dealer, we offer competitive payout structures for registered representatives and do not take an override on fee-based business with hybrid RIAs.

NO SOLICITATION OF YOUR CLIENTS

You maintain the key relationship and have full ownership of your client base.

COMPETITIVE PAY

We offer competitive payouts with minimal fees. We pay commissions twice a month.

TRANSPARENCY

We provide clarity on your commissions. Details on paid and pending (to be paid) commissions are available at your fingertips.

INFRASTRUCTURE & SUPPORT

We leverage the power and strength of state-of-the-art technology to allow for efficiency, communication, organization, and speed. We offer a full suite of integrated services customized to fit your needs. We also provide extended operational hours covering both east and west coast business hours for complete access and support.

Integrated Technology Platform

We leverage one sophisticated software solution for several key functions, which allow for efficiency and organization. The key benefits of utilizing this single software solution across several functions include: 

COMMUNICATION

We use this software for Firm communication, including Firm news, compliance bulletins, useful forms, policies, guidelines, training, and a company directory.

PAY & COMMISSION

We offer competitive rates and pay twice a month. Detailed commission statements for both actual and pending performance are available at your fingertips.

TRACEABILITY

This software provides an audit trail of each step. The operations team is informed in real-time of activity to keep everything moving in an efficient and organized manner. 

COMPLIANCE

This software allows for numerous compliance capabilities and integrated documentation areas, including Regulation Best Interest questions to maintain compliance and appropriate documentation of your care obligation. 

Keys to a Successful Transition

 

With over 20 years of experience, we know the keys to a smooth transition. Our professionals have the expertise, contacts, and strategic partnerships required to make the process seamless and successful. Our services are tailored to fit your unique situation.  

A successful transition requires excellent communication and a detailed plan. With your input, we manage your transition through a methodical step-by-step process that starts six weeks before your transition date. 

Transition is not always easy but rest assured that through our experience and understanding, we have implemented a process that will make yours as seamless as possible. We stand as a partner, providing guidance and support during and after this major change. Our mission is to build a long-term relationship where the common goal is your success. 

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TEAMWORK

It begins with a dedicated transition team that will analyze your book of business, develop a transition timeline, and set up weekly calls. Access to your transition team and executive leadership does not end after your transition, you continually receive the same level of attention and service that you deserve. 

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WELL-INFORMED

Weekly transition calls, system training, compensation payment preparation, and support for your client communication ensure that your transition is on track for launch day.

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OPERATIONAL SUPPORT

Our operations department handles the opening of new accounts and account transfers, insurance appointment paperwork, broker-dealer change forms, and daily workflow assistance quickly and efficiently. We will train you and your staff on the documents and various platforms required to transition your business. Take advantage of our integrated technology solutions to populate almost all client paperwork. Our goal is to ensure that our internal forms are intuitive, simple, and accessible online.

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TECHNOLOGY SOLUTIONS

We offer robust reporting capabilities through direct data feeds for complete portfolio of accounts and assets under management. Aggregated data from many sources provides a consolidated view of assets. Performance reporting package that covers asset allocation, holdings analysis, transactions, benchmarking, and performance. Our technology does not end at your computer screen; you can take it anywhere with mobile applications.

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Hybrid Group Branch Locations

M.S. Howells & Co. has experienced significant growth, with over 40 broker-dealer branch office locations across the continental United States.

We have branch office locations in:

  • Anchorage, Alaska

  • Ashland, Ohio

  • Banning, California

  • Bentonville, Arkansas

  • Billings, Montana

  • Blue Bell, Pennsylvania

  • Bozeman, Montana

  • Calabasas, California

  • Carlsbad, California

  • Decatur, Georgia

  • Denver, Colorado

  • Draper, Utah

  • Englewood, Colorado

  • Fallon, Nevada

  • Fresno, California

  • Helena, Montana

  • Houston, Texas

  • Indianapolis, Indiana

  • Jeffersonville, Indiana

  • Kirkland, Washington

  • La Jolla, California

  • Lehi, Utah

  • Little Rock, Arkansas

  • Louisville, Kentucky

  • Morristown, New Jersey

  • Mukilteo, Washington

  • New York, New York (Regional Office)

  • Newport Beach, California

  • Overland Park, Kansas

  • Palm Desert, California

  • Reno, Nevada

  • San Angelo, Texas

  • San Diego, California

  • Scottsdale, Arizona (Home Office)

  • Snellville, Georgia

  • Solana Beach, California

  • Sparks, Nevada

  • Tucson, Arizona

  • Tulsa, Oklahoma

  • Wakinsville, Georgia

  • Winston Salem, North Carolina

  • Woodland Hills, California