The Savvy Wealth Advisor Experience
Join our talented team of wealth managers
Savvy is comprised of an exceptional team of financial advisors backed by experienced client service, investment operations, and research team support.
Enhance your advisory practice with an all-in-one platform
Discover the benefits of partnering with Savvy to transform your business.
Everything you need for your practice in one place
Save time and stay in front of clients with a completely unified CRM, back-office ops, compliance, and marketing.
Working at Savvy is different. Here's how:
Independent (W-2 or 1099)
W-2 only
Independent
Industry-leading payouts with equity participation, transition support, and benefits
Lower payouts with complex compensation structures
Variable payouts contingent upon efficiency
Cutting edge, proprietery technology platform that unifies CRM, back-office ops, compliance, and marketing to deliver better client experiences
Outdated systems that hinder operational efficiency
Basic integrations that rely on non-proprietary systems
Proactive marketing expertise with end-to-end Lead Generation, SEO, Content Marketing, Social Media, and Campaign support with Compliance approval built-in
Restricted support with limitations on social media and digital marketing
Self-funded marketing efforts without the backing of centralized resources or Compliance approvals
Full autonomy to tailor client portfolios, inclusive of an extensive range of alternative investment options
Incentives to promote proprietary products with commissions, restricting fiduciary commitments and client outcomes
Approval hurdles required for a narrow selection of alternative investments
Remote-first culture with access to flexible office space in NYC
Mandatory presence in company-owned offices, emphasizing traditional work environments
Freedom to choose work location with out-of-pocket expenses for office space
Freedom to select preferred hardware and software, fully supported for seamless remote operations
Fixed in-office technology setup with limited options for personalization
Broad selection available, but associated costs and integration vary without centralized IT support
Each advisor is paired with a dedicated client services manager, ensuring personalized support at no extra cost
Basic access to a service center, often requiring additional payment for specialized support
Lacks default support structure, necessitating self-funded staff hires for personalized service
Comprehensive compliance and risk management services provided by the firm, ensuring advisors can focus on their clients
Standard compliance services offered by the firm, with adherence to strict regulations
Compliance oversight provided, but the approach and resources may vary
We are a multi-custodial platform with clearing services provided
Custody and clearing services according to firm policies
Limited flexibility
Introducing Savvy Wealth Investment Management
An investment management program fully developed and managed in-house by Savvy's Investment Team, offering dynamic asset allocation, low-cost holdings, and cohesive & customizable portfolios for your clients' needs.
Ready to elevate your practice?
From seamless integrations with industry-leading tools to data driven financial planning and marketing automation, Savvy is your partner in supercharging your practice at scale.
FAQ
Advisors partner with Savvy as independent contractors on a 1099 basis. There are no upfront fees, platform subscriptions, or direct costs to join Savvy. We operate on a partnership model, so our success is directly aligned with yours.
Our partnership is based on a transparent revenue-share model. In addition to the revenue share, all partner advisors receive equity in Savvy. We believe every advisor should be an owner and share in the company's long-term success.
Savvy partners with financial advisors by providing them with the full-service middle and back-office experience designed to help them run their business without managing overhead.. As part of Savvy, you will have access to our proprietary, technology-powered platform that powers your entire business. Additionally, you will have dedicated human support for both servicing your clients and growing your business, operations, client services, back-office, and marketing processes. All of this is provided to better allow advisors to focus on what they do best — advising clients.
Savvy provides a comprehensive support platform so you can run your practice without the headache of managing overhead. We handle the middle and back-office functions for you. Your partnership includes:
- Proprietary Technology: Full access to our integrated platform that powers your entire business.‍
- Dedicated Support Staff: A dedicated team for client servicing, investment operations, and marketing. This structure frees you up to focus on what you do best: advising clients.
Yes, absolutely. We provide dedicated support staff who act as an extension of your team. You'll be assigned specific team members for client servicing, investment operations, and marketing. This ensures you work with the same people who understand you and your practice, providing a consistent and familiar experience for both you and your clients.
No. You own your client relationships, period. We are your partner, not your owner. We earn your partnership by providing outstanding value and support—not by locking you into restrictive contracts. If you ever decide Savvy is no longer the right fit, you take your clients with you.
Yes, this is a common situation, and we're perfectly structured to support it. Our model allows you to operate as a true 1099 independent contractor, giving you greater autonomy and the significant tax advantages that come with it. At the same time, we provide access to enterprise-grade benefits, such as health insurance and retirement plans, through our platform partners. This gives you the best of both worlds: the support and benefits of a larger firm with the freedom and financial upside of being an independent business owner.
No, you have complete flexibility with your branding. We offer two options to fit your business goals:
- Maintain Your Own Brand: Operate under your own DBA ("Doing Business As"). We'll provide all the technology and back-office support seamlessly behind the scenes, with a "powered by Savvy" disclosure for compliance.
- Leverage the Savvy Brand: If you prefer not to build or maintain your own brand, you can operate as a Savvy advisor and benefit from our established name and marketing resources.
The choice is entirely yours.
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Yes, absolutely. We specialize in helping advisors transition from captive models like wirehouses to true independence. Our platform is specifically designed to handle every aspect of the move, providing a full-service support system for:
- Technology & Operations: A fully integrated tech stack from day one.
- Compliance: Guided oversight to ensure a smooth and compliant transition.
- Marketing: Support to re-establish your brand and communicate the move to your clients.
We manage the complexities of breaking away so you can focus on what matters most—serving your clients without interruption.
These materials have been independently produced by Savvy. Savvy is independent of, and has no affiliation with, Charles Schwab & Co., Inc. or any of its affiliates (“Schwab”). Schwab is a registered broker-dealer and member SIPC. Schwab has not created, supplied, licensed, endorsed, or otherwise sanctioned these materials nor has Schwab independently verified any of the information in them. Savvy Advisors provides you with investment advice, while Schwab maintains custody of your assets in a brokerage account and will effect transactions for your account on our instruction.