The Exchange: Entity Structure and Why It's The Backbone of Your Advisory Firm (Ep. 28)

About this episode

This episode discusses the importance of entity structure for advisory firms and its impact on growth, ownership, and transitions.

Entity structure is not just paperwork. It shapes how your firm grows, shares ownership, and eventually transitions. In this episode of The SRG Exchange, SRG’s consulting team and general counsel break down what advisors need to know about entities and entity maintenance, and why firms often outgrow the structure they set up years ago. You’ll learn: How entity design affects internal succession and equity transfers Why S-corp rigidity can create hidden obstacles What ownership classes, voting rights, and governance terms actually change What entity maintenance looks like in practice and why it matters Common mistakes that create risk during growth, M&A, or exit Whether you are building your first entity or planning for future owners, this episode offers practical clarity on structuring your firm for long-term flexibility and value.

People in this episode

Host: David Grau Jr.

Topics covered

• entity structure
• advisory firm
• ownership
• succession planning
• equity transfers
• entity maintenance

Keywords

• entity design
• S-corp
• governance
• internal succession
• M&A
• exit strategy
• firm structure

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: SRG

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