Independent advisors

Our exclusive interactive infographic reveals some interesting trends on the top 10 new firms and their locations.

The IBD aims to be a 17,000-strong firm, but not every advisor will want to join up, experts warn.

The nation’s largest broker-dealer must convince thousands of NPH advisors to make the transition.

The firms had the same parent, but Girard Securities’ CEO says the move will help its 200 advisors.

The nation’s largest IBD paid $325 million, but it may spend as much as $508 million in the deal.

Securities America adds 10 advisors in the second recent poach by a Ladenburg Thalmann firm.

The company spent $77 million on technology last year, but difficult changes lie ahead.

The independent advisor will retain branding rights and full autonomy.

The country’s sixth-largest IBD is shifting its management ranks in a change prompted by the fiduciary rule.

The nation’s largest independent broker-dealer has had a net loss of 121 advisors this year, mostly to three major OSJs.