10/07/2026
Her old advisor found out the $850K was transferring, he called her in a panic.
His only argument to get her to stay: “Well, we were on track to get you 10% this year.”
Promising a 10% return in an up market is about the weakest defense an advisor can make.
A rising tide lifts every boat.
Anyone can buy a low-cost index fund for practically nothing and ride the market up.
When someone pays an advisory fee, they should be paying for comprehensive planning:
Tax strategies
Structured distribution schedules
Exit planning
Downside protection when things turn
Family Office Style Coordination
If an advisors only pitch when you walk out the door is the return they hoped to hit during a bull run…
they were managing an account ... not bringing value now & strategy to your future.