Investment Advisory


In working with CPA firms, Phyllis Bernstein Consulting routinely participates in meetings among firm partners to develop a strategic plan and educate the firm's non-participating partners in the intricacies of adding and maintaining an investment advisory practice.

Phyllis Bernstein Consulting can help you render investment advisory services. This is done in conjunction with your subsequent investment adviser registration, and other coordinated services integral to the startup process. You can obtain a suite of consulting services designed to address the special needs of startup investment advisory firm from software consulting to development of a custom web site. Initial consultations cover your various foundation issues and concerns. We then make sure that all regulatory issues are addressed. The package includes an appropriate model client agreement, written policy manual including insider trading and privacy policy, routine telephone consultations relative to common ongoing compliance and start-up matters, including issues such as registration, books & recordkeeping, solicitor arrangements, etc.

Additionally, PBC can assist you in the selection and acquisition of financial planning, portfolio management, or other office software. Through regular interaction with the best practitioners in the country, PBC has a good idea of what works and what doesn't for people with differing needs and varying levels of administration. PBC will assist you in narrowing your search to the software products that meet your criteria.

PBC takes a real stake in the success of these firms and will work hard to help you succeed. For each retainer client I understand what you need to succeed, and we take an active role in helping you build your business.

PBC’s offerings help CPA planners grow their business, expand their knowledge, and strengthen client relationships. If you have any questions about how PBC’s offerings can enhance your practice, please contact me. We look forward to hearing from you.


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