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Eric Leeper: Why Compensation Structure Is Vital to M&A Success

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Compensation is the “largest expense for a financial advisor” and ultimately drives the valuation of RIAs, says the CFO of the consulting firm FP Transitions. Host: Greg Bartalos.

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