Author: Debbie Freeman

AI marketing tools for RIAs

Why AI Tools Alone Fail RIA Marketing in 2026

The AI Marketing Promise vs. Reality for Financial Advisors In the past two years, artificial intelligence has moved from curiosity to a mainstream tool used...
Financial Advisor marketing spending in 2026

How Much Should Financial Advisors Spend on Marketing in 2026?

Benchmarks, Best Allocations & AEO Strategies for Maximum ROI Key Insight: Growth-focused advisors invest up to 4x more than non-growth advisors and see significantly better...
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How Can Financial Advisors Win at AEO in 2026?

The Complete AEO Checklist Every RIA Needs   Why Does AEO Matter for RIAs in 2026? As more consumers turn to AI platforms for financial...
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Are You Using AI for Marketing Without Realizing the Risk?

AI Content Risks for Advisors: SEC Compliance 2026 If you’re running an independent RIA or IAR firm, there’s a good chance AI has already made...
RIA Marketing budgets for 2026

What Should RIAs Spend on Marketing in 2026?

If you’re running an RIA or building an independent IAR practice, the question isn’t just how much should I spend on financial advisor marketing; it’s...
AEO for RIAs

AEO for RIAs: Get AI to Recommend Your Firm

Why AEO Matters Now for Your Advisory Firm   If you’re an independent RIA or IAR trying to get more traction online, you’ve probably noticed...
Should RIAs hire a digital marketing agency in 2026?

DIY vs Agency: Best RIA Marketing 2026

When our team speaks with independent RIAs and IARs, one question consistently rises to the top: Should I keep handling marketing myself, or is it...
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Why Build A New Financial Advisor Website in 2026?

Editor’s Note: This post was originally published in July 2018 and has been completely revamped and updated for accuracy and comprehensiveness. By 2026, having a...
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Compliant Financial Advisor Bios Using AI Website Builders

For most investors, your financial advisor website bio is the first introduction to who you are. Yet many bios sound alike: lists of designations, a...
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AI Blogging On Your Financial Advisor Website

If you’re an independent RIA or IAR, you’ve likely built your business on trust, transparency, and personal referrals. But today’s investors search for information, compare...