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From Corporate Structure to True Ownership: Cody Stansell’s Path to Independence
Discover how advisor Cody Stansell transitioned from a corporate RIA to independence at Victory Financial, gaining ownership, clarity, and long-term control over his practice.
Jan 12


Built to Serve: How Independence Helped Chris Kilmer Create a More Human and Holistic Planning Experience
Discover how advisor Chris Kilmer used independence at Victory Financial to build a transparent, high-touch planning practice focused on real freedom and client care.
Jan 7


Going Together, Growing Further: Jeremy Tung’s First Year on the Victory Financial Platform
One year into independence, Jeremy reflects on the move that transformed his planning, strengthened client relationships, and opened the door to the growth he always knew was possible.
Dec 10, 2025


Owning the Journey: How Andrew Cremé Built a Turnkey Independent Practice
Discover how advisor Andrew Cremé transformed his practice through independence at Victory Financial, gaining ownership, flexibility, and a turnkey planning model.
Dec 3, 2025


A Turning Point in Independence: How Benedict Lee Elevated His Practice at Victory Financial
This advisor success story highlights how Benedict Lee transformed his practice through independence at Victory Financial, achieving greater growth, flexibility, and client-focused planning in his first year.
Nov 20, 2025


Advising With Flexibility: How an Independent Financial Advisor Built a Global Practice
Advisor Anita Niefeld shares how independence at Victory Financial enabled her to successfully operate abroad for a period of time while continuing to serve U.S. clients.
Nov 17, 2025


Migration to Independence
Many advisors reach a point where their current platform no longer meets their needs. Independence in the RIA structure offers more autonomy, transparent client ownership, and stronger economics - but the reality is, launching your own RIA can be costly, complex, and time-consuming. That’s why more advisors are choosing a different path: partnering with a supportive RIA platform that delivers all of the benefits of owning your own RIA without the operational burden. The Migra
Oct 22, 2025


15 Steps to Independence: A Practical Roadmap for Advisors (Free PDF)
Independence isn’t just a transition—it’s a transformation. Advisors who succeed follow a disciplined plan that protects the client experience, accelerates timelines, and meets regulatory standards. With clarity, consistency, and control at every step, a structured approach ensures your move to independence is seamless and scalable.
Oct 6, 2025


From Broker-Dealer to Independence: Ken Shotsberger’s First Year
What shifts when an advisor makes the move to independence? Ken Shotsberger reflects on his first year at Victory Financial - highlighting lessons on transition planning, finding efficiency with Victory Financial’s platform, and the mindset of true business ownership.
Ken learned that independence means more flexibility, clearer client experiences, and the ability to design a practice around what matters most.
Sep 22, 2025
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