Real Experience. Real Guidance. Real Results.

We’ve built and managed RIAs ourselves—now we help you do the same with trusted compliance expertise and strategic support.

Born from Experience, Built for Simplicity

After navigating the complex path to independence ourselves, we set out to make the process clearer, faster, and more achievable for every advisor.

Every advisor’s journey to independence starts with a question: “Can I really do this on my own?”
We asked ourselves that same question back in 2010 when we transitioned from the broker-dealer world to launching our first RIA. The process was complex, time-consuming, and full of conflicting advice. But through that experience, we built not just one, but three successful RIAs—each with its own structure, team, and compliance systems.

Along the way, we realized something important: advisors don’t struggle with capability—they struggle with clarity. The regulatory path can be confusing, and most “consultants” add complexity instead of removing it. SimplyRIA was born to change that.

Today, we combine firsthand advisor experience with proven compliance expertise to simplify the RIA lifecycle—from launch to growth to ongoing compliance. We’ve lived it, refined it, and now we help others navigate it with confidence.

Our Mission & Values

We built SimplyRIA to simplify independence. Our mission is to help financial advisors build the firm they envision—without being consumed by compliance. We guide advisors through every stage of launching, running, and growing their RIA with clarity, confidence, and real-world experience.

Built for Advisors, by Advisors

We’ve built multiple RIAs from the ground up, so we understand your challenges firsthand. Our experience shapes the guidance we provide—practical, relevant, and proven in the field.

Strategic Partnership, Not a Package

We don’t just handle filings; we help you make the right foundational decisions for your firm’s structure, technology, and growth path. We’re partners, not vendors.

Personalized Compliance with a Human Touch

Compliance should feel supportive, not burdensome. Our boutique approach means you get direct, responsive, and relationship-driven service tailored to your firm.

Solutions Built For Every Stage of Your RIA

Solutions Built for Every Stage of Your RIA

Whether you’re launching your firm, maintaining compliance, or need targeted consulting, SimplyRIA offers advisor-driven solutions designed to meet you where you are—and help you grow with confidence.

RIA Registration Services

Launch your RIA with clarity and confidence. From filings to firm structure, we simplify the process and guide you through every step of registration and approval.

RIA Registration Services

Launch your RIA with clarity and confidence. From filings to firm structure, we simplify the process and guide you through every step of registration and approval.

Ongoing Compliance Services

Stay organized, audit-ready, and client-focused. Our compliance programs combine expert oversight, technology, and personalized support to keep your firm running smoothly.

Ongoing Compliance Services

Stay organized, audit-ready, and client-focused. Our compliance programs combine expert oversight, technology, and personalized support to keep your firm running smoothly.

Hourly Compliance Consulting Services

Get focused, on-demand support for specific compliance projects, audits, or filings. Our hourly consulting services give you expert guidance exactly when—and where—you need it.

Hourly Compliance Consulting Services

Get focused, on-demand support for specific compliance projects, audits, or filings. Our hourly consulting services give you expert guidance exactly when—and where—you need it.

Your Pathway to True Independence

Your Pathway to True Independence

Whether you’re ready to build your own firm or want a supported glidepath to independence, SimplyRIA helps advisors transition with clarity, structure, and confidence.

Start Your Own RIA

Build the firm you envision—from registration to compliance and beyond. We simplify every step so you can launch with confidence and stay focused on clients.

Start Your Own RIA

Build the firm you envision—from registration to compliance and beyond. We simplify every step so you can launch with confidence and stay focused on clients.

Advisor Launch Pad Program

Grow within a supported RIA environment while preparing to go fully independent. Our Launch Pad Program provides infrastructure, compliance, and guidance every step of the way.

Advisor Launch Pad Program

Grow within a supported RIA environment while preparing to go fully independent. Our Launch Pad Program provides infrastructure, compliance, and guidance every step of the way.

Resources for Growth-Minded Advisors

Explore practical insights, educational tools, and ongoing guidance designed to help advisors stay informed, compliant, and ahead of the curve.

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