Savant Wealth Management

Rockford, Illinois
Website:
savantwealth.com
107271
Rockford, Illinois
Website:
savantwealth.com

Company Details

Approximate AUM
$26,294,840,000
Fee model
Fee Only
Capital Source
Private Equity
Number of completed Acquisitions
12
Custodians
Schwab
Fidelity
Raymond James
National Advisors Trust Company
Description

For more than 30 years, Savant Wealth Management has worked to provide wise counsel to individuals, families, and businesses. A fee-only, independent RIA firm, they serve individuals and families, executives and professionals, and businesses. Operating as a fully aligned model, they aim to make Savant the industry benchmark allowing them to attract, engage, retain, and reward the best talent.

Locations

8401 Greenway Blvd Ste 212 Middleton WI 53562
Private Residence Wentzville MO
9161 Liberia Ave Ste 100 Manassas VA 20110
8350 S Emerson Ave Ste 140 Indianapolis IN 46237
7308 N Willow Lake Ct Peoria IL 61614
80 William St Ste 260 Wellesley Hills MA 2481
609 Treybourne Dr Ste B Greenwood IN 46142
4040 N Lincoln Ave Chicago IL 60618
475 Half Day Rd Ste 210 Lincolnshire IL 60069
5151 Mochel Dr Ste 301 Downers Grove IL 60515
3810 Governors Dr NW Ste 100 Huntsville AL 35805
400 Northridge Rd Atlanta GA 30350
400 Northridge Rd Ste 350 Atlanta GA 30350
3810 Governors Dr NW Unit 100 Huntsville AL 35805
3655 Rte 202 Ste 140 Doylestown PA 18902
2315 E Empire St Ste 2 Bloomington IL 61704
301 N Broad St Clinton SC 29325
2225 Mormon Trek Blvd Iowa City IA 52246
221 W Philadelphia St Ste 303 York PA 17401
221 3rd Ave SE Ste 215 Cedar Rapids IA 52401
220 Beiser Blvd Dover DE 19904
200 W Madison St Ste 2601 Chicago IL 60606
1869 Charter Ln Ste 302 Lancaster PA 17601
218 S Main St Ste A Plymouth MI 48170
1945 Old Gallows Rd Ste 505 Vienna VA 22182
190 Buckley Dr Rockford IL 61107
1730 Park St Ste 100 Naperville IL 60563
1300 Hwy A1A Ste 103 Satellite Beach FL 32937
150 Washington Ave Ste 201 Santa Fe NM 87501
1226 Briargate Cir Columbia SC 29210
1200 John Q Hammons Dr Madison WI 53717
1200 John Q Hammons Dr Ste 101A Madison WI 53717
1200 John Q Hammons Dr Ste 101 Madison WI 53717
1011 Loras Dr Ste B Freeport IL 61032
1200 Broadcasting Rd Ste 100 Reading PA 19610
118 Carlisle St Ste 301 Hanover PA 17331
101 25th St N Ste 100 Birmingham AL 35203
1000 Skokie Blvd Wilmette IL 60091
1000 Skokie Blvd Ste 100 Wilmette IL 60091
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Savant Wealth Management's Ideal Partner

"As we think about partnering, it's about finding nice people who share a vision, who are fun to spend time with, and really passionate about building something special for the clients, for the team, for the communities, and for themselves.""

- Brent Brodeski

CEO of Savant Wealth Management

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Acquisition Model

Acquisition Structure
Full Acquisition
Equity offered
Yes
Earn out offered
Yes
Deal Terms
  • Closing consideration %: Savant typically closes with 70- 80% of the enterprise valuation released when closing conditions have been satisfied.
  • Retention terms: The standard retention period for amounts not paid at closing is 12 months.
Post Acquisition sharing of growth incentives
Prior to close, Savant will coordinate with the partner to set their base salary for the first year with Savant. After the first 12 months, the partner will move to Savant's standard compensation plan. In addition to the base salary, partners/advisors will receive a share of managed revenue ranging from 6% to 10%, along with an advisory team bonus.
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Mandatory Points of Alignment

Brand Adoption
Requires Brand adoption day 1
Centralized Operations

Upon joining Savant, partners will centralize operations. This includes the technology stack, billing, compliance, HR, marketing, and more.

Calendar

Partners have total control over their calendars.

Financial decision making

Savant will centralize the P&L for advisors, so they can spend more time on client facing activities.

Client Experience

While advisors have ultimate say in what is recommended to clients, Savant does have a branded process they require advisors to adopt.

Practice Management

Savant considers its practice management support and assistance central to their value to their advisors and strongly urges partners to adopt it’s best practices.

Investment management autonomy

With the help of Savant's investment research and trading teams, partner offices will transition onto the Savant investment platform over the first couple of years in a highly tax-conscious manner.

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Advisor Value Proposition

Business Enhancements

Savant has a deep bench of experts to help support its advisors. This includes a 4 person portfolio advisors team that can take over small clients for senior advisors. An insurance expert, an 8-person investment management team, a 9-person advanced planning team, a 15-person retirement plan service team, a wealth transfer (estate planning team) which includes 4 lawyers that reviewed 1,050 estate plans in 2023, and a 100+ tax team that performed over 10,000 tax returns in 2023. Additionally, Savant understands the importance of offering a career path for all individuals, especially for a G2 advisor.

They have a flexible mentorship program and two training programs overseen by a dedicated team member. The training covers advisor and employee development, including financial support for additional degrees and designations. Additionally, participants have the chance to attend a week-long training event at Harvard or the University of Wisconsin. Moreover, Savant encourages knowledge sharing with an annual advisors' retreat, promoting the exchange of best practices among participants.

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Planning Support

Savant has a 15-person para-planning team. This team is divided into two teams, the foundational client group (Mass affluent) and the private client (HNW & UHNW) group. The planning team offers document reviews, acts as a strategic sounding board for advisors, and can handle tasks such as social security analysis, pension calculations, net worth statements, and complex tax strategies for high-net-worth clients. This support allows advisors to focus more on client interactions and prospecting while staying updated on industry standards and changes.

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Operational Support

The following services are centralized: Trading, Investment Research, Marketing, Human Resources & Training, Finance & Payroll, Billing & Operations, Compliance, IT, Facilities, Business Intelligence, Optimization & Strategic Planning, Advisory Practice Management, Retirement Plan Services, Wealth Strategy/Planning, Wealth Transfer, Tax & Consulting, and Private Client Group.

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Expansion of Services

Savant offers a wide range of services, including wealth management, estate planning, tax planning and preparation, legal services, retirement planning, debt management, educational planning, business and succession planning, charitable planning, corporate trustee services, and TAMP (Turnkey Asset Management Program). They have a commitment to adopt and incorporate scalable services that benefit all Savant advisors and clients. The firm provides a team of industry experts to assist advisor teams with various tasks, from simple to complex analysis, education on industry developments, and support for third-party products like insurance and annuities.

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Organic Growth

Savant participates in the Schwab Advisor Network "SAN", but they are determined not to rely solely on it. They are diligently constructing their own lead generation system and continue to invest heavily in state-of-the-art digital marketing strategies. This entails the development of an inside sales team responsible for nurturing warm leads and facilitating the transition to advisors. This team screened 16,000 leads in 2023 for its advisors. Members of this team will implement a qualifying call process for vetting potential leads.

Savant boasts a 14-person marketing team, with plans to expand to 17-18 members in the near future. This team can help implement marketing resources at the local level. In addition, they help produce social media content, newsletters, blogs, coordinate client events, and more. Savant has successfully cultivated several client niches, including University Professionals and Csuite executives. What sets Savant apart is the replicability of their niche capabilities in new markets. This adaptability allows them to extend their specialized services to a broader range of clients and geographic areas.

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Practice Management

In supporting partners/advisors, a critical aspect involves Savant assisting in defining staff roles and responsibilities for their local offices. This extends to aiding partners in conducting employee reviews and effectively managing performance. Additionally, they collaborate closely with partners to identify and execute strategic growth initiatives tailored to their specific needs. A key component of their support involves helping partners establish and oversee their local offices in alignment with predetermined Key Performance Indicators (KPIs). Notably, within their organizational structure, Savant boasts a dedicated Director of Practice Management, John Hanley, who plays a pivotal role in guiding these endeavors.

Utilizing Tablout, a powerful tool, they streamline data management processes by consolidating information into a centralized data lake, which in turn facilitates monitoring and analysis by the advisor leadership team. Moreover, they offer assistance in financial forecasting, providing partners with access to a live dashboard for real-time insights. While their focus primarily revolves around quality updates, they remain flexible, offering weekly updates on the status of partners' portfolios. Through these comprehensive services and tools, they aim to empower partners and advisors to thrive in their endeavors while ensuring strategic alignment and efficient operations.

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AUM Growth

Over the past five years, buyer have experienced remarkable growth in their Assets Under Management (AUM). This expansion is the result of strategic initiatives and market positioning.
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As the saying goes, there are only two certainties in life: death and taxes. According to the IRS, in fiscal year 2023, the agency collected nearly $4.7 trillion in gross taxes, processed 271 million tax returns and other forms, and issued about $659 billion in refunds. With such a vast sum collected, chances are many taxpayers faced significant tax bills. Even though taxes cannot be avoided, there are strategies to help you manage your tax liability come mid-April each year.
Big Tax Bill? Proactive Strategies to Minimize Your Future Tax Burden
As the saying goes, there are only two certainties in life: death and taxes. According to the IRS, in fiscal year 2023, the agency collected nearly $4.7 trillion in gross taxes, processed 271 million tax returns and other forms, and issued about $659 billion in refunds. With such a vast sum collected, chances are many taxpayers faced significant tax bills. Even though taxes cannot be avoided, there are strategies to help you manage your tax liability come mid-April each year.
Big Tax Bill? Proactive Strategies to Minimize Your Future Tax Burden
As the saying goes, there are only two certainties in life: death and taxes. According to the IRS, in fiscal year 2023, the agency collected nearly $4.7 trillion in gross taxes, processed 271 million tax returns and other forms, and issued about $659 billion in refunds. With such a vast sum collected, chances are many taxpayers faced significant tax bills. Even though taxes cannot be avoided, there are strategies to help you manage your tax liability come mid-April each year.
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