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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.
2 hours ago


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


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


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


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


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


Q3 2025 VF Newsletter
We’re excited to share our latest quarterly update, featuring a note from our President, a recap of market activity from the past quarter, and details on the launch of the new Victory Financial website!
Aug 25


Owning the Outcome: Colton LaRue’s First Year of Independence
One year ago, Colton made the leap to full independence with Victory Financial — and the results have been transformational. From gaining greater control and clarity to deepening client relationships and accelerating growth, Colton’s story is a powerful example of what happens when you align your business with your values. Read the full post to see how ownership changed everything.
Aug 4


Redefining Success: How Phil Flores Built a Business That Works for Him
Phil Flores began his career in financial services during the pandemic and quickly felt constrained by a large firm’s rigid structure. Since joining Victory Financial Group, he’s found the freedom to better serve clients with personalized solutions and a more supportive culture.
Jun 18
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