Start Your Own RIA with Confidence
We’ve built RIAs from the ground up—and we’ll guide you through every stage of building yours, from registration to long-term compliance.
Take Ownership of Your Future
Launching your own RIA gives you the freedom to lead with integrity, operate with flexibility, and grow on your own terms.
Starting your own RIA isn’t just about leaving a broker-dealer — it’s about building a firm that truly reflects your vision, values, and the clients you serve.
For some, independence means freedom from restrictive platforms or compensation structures. For others, it’s the ability to design a more modern, scalable practice—one that prioritizes clients, embraces technology, and operates with greater transparency. Whatever your reason, creating your own RIA gives you control over how your firm runs, how you grow, and how you define success.
At SimplyRIA, we make that transition clear and achievable. Having built multiple RIAs ourselves, we understand the challenges and the opportunities that come with independence. Our role is to guide you through every step—streamlining the process so you can focus on what matters most: serving clients and growing your firm with confidence.
Why Advisors Partner with SimplyRIA
Real experience. Clear process. Complete support—from registration to long-term compliance.
Built for Advisors, by Advisors
We don’t just understand the advisor journey—we’ve lived it. Having built and managed multiple RIAs ourselves, we know the challenges that come with regulatory filings, technology decisions, and compliance oversight. That firsthand experience allows us to anticipate what advisors need before they ask and design a launch process that eliminates unnecessary complexity. Our guidance is practical, proven, and rooted in the realities of running an advisory firm—not just theory or checklists.
Comprehensive, End-to-End Support
Starting an RIA involves more than submitting paperwork—it requires aligning business strategy, compliance systems, and operational workflows from the start. Our team guides you through every phase, from choosing your entity structure and filing Form ADV, to establishing your compliance manuals, client agreements, and technology systems. Once your firm is approved, we continue to support you with post-launch compliance setup, training, and best practices—ensuring your firm stays organized, audit-ready, and positioned for growth.
Transparent, Flat-Fee Pricing
Clarity is one of our core values, and that extends to how we price our services. We offer straightforward, flat-fee pricing with defined deliverables, so you know exactly what’s included before we begin. No hourly surprises, no hidden add-ons—just complete transparency and open communication from start to finish. You’ll always understand where your project stands, what’s next, and what you’re paying for—allowing you to focus your time and resources where they matter most.
Your Roadmap to RIA Independence
A proven, advisor-built process that turns complexity into clarity—guiding you from idea to approval and beyond.
Firm Formation & Strategy
Lay the groundwork for success. We help you choose the right structure, define your services, and align your business model with long-term goals.
Registration Filings
Skip the confusion and paperwork. We prepare and file your ADV, U4, CRS, and compliance documents—coordinating directly with regulators for a smooth approval.
Compliance Foundation
Start strong with a tailored compliance program. From policies and procedures to advisory agreements, we build everything around your firm’s unique structure.
Technology & Systems
Set your firm up for efficiency. We help you implement the right tools for compliance tracking, workflows, and secure client communication.
Post-Approval Support
Stay supported beyond launch. We guide you through first-year compliance reviews, updates, and filings—so you stay audit-ready and focused on growth.
Clear Pricing, Complete Support
From your first filing to your first audit, we offer transparent, flat-fee pricing and long-term compliance partnership you can rely on.
Choosing the right partner to launch or grow your RIA is a major decision—and understanding the cost shouldn’t be a guessing game. We believe transparency builds trust, which is why we share our pricing upfront. Advisors deserve to know what’s included and how each service fits into their next stage of growth.
Every firm’s needs are different. Some advisors are just getting started and need full-service registration support. Others already operate their own RIA and look to us for ongoing compliance guidance. And some prefer flexible, hourly consulting for targeted projects or regulatory questions.
Wherever you are in your journey, SimplyRIA offers clear, flat-fee options tailored to your goals. Choose the path that fits your firm today—knowing we’ll be here to support you with the same clarity and partnership as you grow.
One-Time Registration Fee:
$4,799
Optional Add-ons Available
Ongoing Compliance Fee
$299 / month
+ $1000 One Time Setup Fee (Waived for RIA Registration Clients within the previous six (6) months.)
Hourly Consulting Fee
$350/ hour
Although some projects are billed as one-time fees, pricing is based on the time required to complete the work at SimplyRIA’s standard hourly rate. All projects are scoped in advance so you know the cost before work begins.
