The decade’s-long trend toward fee-based advisory business was validated as financial professionals faced the global pandemic in 2020. While professionals relying on new clients for revenue via transactional business found themselves in a predicament as the country went on lockdown and people stayed home, those with recurring revenue streams from assets under management (AUM) were able to navigate the choppy waters with far less revenue fluctuation in their businesses.

While the trend toward AUM has been growing for the past decade, there appears to be a perfect storm triggering demand. The current market conditions have investors clamoring for active participation in the stock market. Meanwhile, regulatory changes seemingly favor the business model where conflicts of interest can be reduced or eliminated.
This puts financial professionals in a position to introduce investment advisory services or grow their current AUM. This guide will share 30-years of insights, tools, and best practices for growing and managing AUM whether you’re just getting started or have been doing it for many years.
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In this episode, host Tyler Krzciok recaps the resilience of 2025 despite rising rates, trade tariffs, and a historic government shutdown. Discover which sectors drove S&P 500 growth, why commodities like gold and silver soared, and what themes underperformed. Then, look ahead to 2026: the indicators to watch, sectors with opportunity, and how top advisors are approaching client conversations. From AI and automation to diversification and formulaic investing, this episode is packed with insights to help you stay disciplined and focused on long-term success.
As 2025 comes to a close, the S&P 500 is up nearly 18% for the year—but what does that mean for your portfolio? In this December Trending Report, Kevin Roskam breaks down the year’s market performance, the role of trending strategies, and why diversification by time and philosophy matters more than ever. Learn how unemotional, disciplined investing helps you navigate volatility and stay focused on long-term success.
What if you could track an index, customize your portfolio, and reduce taxes - all at once? That’s the goal of direct indexing, a strategy gaining traction among advisors and investors alike.