Service

The reason we're in business is to help our clients - the Investment Professionals we serve - successfully establish and grow their own thriving independent financial services practice. We take tremendous pride in our ability to provide "concierge" level service with one of the highest support-to-representative ratios in the industry. Yet we maintain one of the most attractive payout schedules and lowest fee structures available.

Culture

We realize that Cedar Rapids, Iowa isn't normally considered to be the epicenter of the financial services industry. But, we think that being in the Midwest gives us a distinct advantage over other broker/dealers. Our People - Friendly, Honest, Helpful, Hardworking - these aren't just clichés to us. They're our standards for service. We view our relationships with our representatives the same way you probably do with your clients. To us, it's not just about business; it's about building long-term relationships. We know that your job, though often not easy, can be richly rewarding personally and financially. We relish the opportunity to do whatever we can to help reach the success you desire for your practice.

Clearing

When we chose our clearing partner we deliberately set out to find a firm that not only delivered world-class investment products, research and technology but also shared our culture and commitment to service. We found what we were looking for with First Clearing Corresponded Services. Headquartered in St Louis and with roots dating back over 70 years, First Clearing has a strong history in the clearing business. As part of The Wells Fargo Adviser Group they are part of one of the largest brokerage and investment banking firms in the country. First Clearing is recognized today as a leader in the retail, fixed income, and correspondent clearing businesses. Moreover, when we looked closer we saw something truly unique: First Clearing is a retail-driven firm, focused on the needs of full-service investment professional. Our partnership with First Clearing allows us to access the same technologies; products and services that have helped Wells Fargo (Wachovia and A. G. Edwards) Financial Consultants become some of the most productive professionals in the industry.