Month: February 2024
How To Find The Right Financial Advisor With Alec Quaid (Ep.15)

How To Find The Right Financial Advisor With Alec Quaid (Ep.15)

By |

It’s time to interview your new financial advisor. 

What questions do you ask, and how do you know they’re the right fit for you?

Ryan Poterack and Alec Quaid discuss the critical role of personal values in financial planning, emphasizing a holistic approach to retirement that includes lifestyle goals alongside financial strategies. 

They highlight the importance of vetting wealth managers, understanding their compensation structure, and ensuring they act as fiduciaries. The conversation also covers the benefits of boutique firms, the necessity of data security, and staying updated with industry advancements. 

Discussion points include: 

  • The questions you should ask your potential financial advisor
  • The difference between fee-based vs. commission-based advisor
  • Red flags in financial advisors
  • Understanding fiduciary standard and how this approach puts YOU first
  • And more

Resources:

Connect with Ryan Poterack: 

Connect with Poterack Capital Advisory: 

Connect with Alec Quaid, CFP®

About our Guest: 

Alec is a Certified Financial Planner™ Professional who is dedicated to serving people through the platform of financial planning. He takes great pride in helping people accomplish their goals and enjoys helping his clients gain confidence in their financial futures. He is very passionate about educating consumers on the key things to look for in an advisor and also the things that should be cause for concern. Alec has been featured in multiple national publications such as the Wall Street Journal, Forbes, InvestmentNews, and MarketWatch. He serves with multiple organizations including at his local church, Board Member with the Colorado Financial Planning Association, Committee Chair at the Aurora Chamber of Commerce, and as a member and speaker with the nonprofit RoadMap for Aging.

Podcast: Play in new window | Download | Embed

Subscribe: RSS | More
What Wealth Management Is Vs. What People Think It Is With Alec Quaid (Ep.14)

What Wealth Management Is Vs. What People Think It Is With Alec Quaid (Ep.14)

By |

You’ve got your finance guy or gal who manages your investments, but is that truly all they do?

It’s time for Ryan Poterack and Alec Quaid from Poterack Capital Advisory to discuss holistic wealth management, stressing the need to understand your unique values and life goals.

The conversation covers the importance of comprehensive financial planning over limited product offerings, client education, and the significance of open communication to debunk industry myths.

These two professionals share rewarding experiences of assisting clients through major life events and the value of trust in client relationships.

Discussion points include:

  • The difference between comprehensive & limited financial advice
  • Breaking down some industry stereotypes, frustrations, and misconceptions
  • The rewarding moments of being a financial professional
  • And more

Resources:

Connect with Ryan Poterack: 

Connect with Poterack Capital Advisory: 

Connect with Alec Quaid, CFP®

About our Guest:

Alec is a Certified Financial Planner™ Professional who is dedicated to serving people through the platform of financial planning. He takes great pride in helping people accomplish their goals and enjoys helping his clients gain confidence in their financial futures. He is very passionate about educating consumers on the key things to look for in an advisor and also the things that should be cause for concern. Alec has been featured in multiple national publications such as the Wall Street Journal, Forbes, InvestmentNews, and MarketWatch. He serves with multiple organizations including at his local church, Board Member with the Colorado Financial Planning Association, Committee Chair at the Aurora Chamber of Commerce, and as a member and speaker with the nonprofit RoadMap for Aging.

Podcast: Play in new window | Download | Embed

Subscribe: RSS | More