Purpose-built financing for independent advisors and RIAs navigating acquisitions, mergers, internal transitions, and succession planning — from initial inquiry through closing.
Advisor Capital Solutions
AssetMark's Advisor Financing program is purpose-designed for independent advisors and RIAs navigating the complexities of practice M&A, succession, and growth capital. We connect you with a curated network of lending institutions and structured capital providers — aligning financing with your platform economics, retention strategy, and long-term growth objectives.
Whether you are a BDO initiating a request on behalf of an advisor, or an advisor exploring financing directly, our capital solutions team manages the process from initial inquiry through underwriting and closing.
Why AssetMark Financing
A curated network of lending institutions and structured capital providers specialized in RIA and advisor practice financing.
Our capital team manages every stage — from initial framework drafting through underwriting, lender engagement, and closing.
Financing structures designed to align with AssetMark platform economics, retention incentives, and long-term growth strategy.
A dedicated capital solutions team that works at your pace — providing guidance, clarity, and proactive communication throughout.
How It Works
Complete the intake form with your transaction type, revenue metrics, deal structure, and contact information.
Our team evaluates revenue stability, retention risk, platform exposure, and lender fit to build your financing framework.
A draft financing structure is shared for your review — covering terms, structure, and timeline before lender engagement.
We advance to formal underwriting and lender engagement — coordinating all parties to move efficiently toward a successful close.
Draft an initial financing structure
Tailored to your transaction type and advisor profile
Assess revenue stability and retention risk
Critical for lender qualification and terms
Evaluate platform exposure and lender fit
Matching your profile to the right capital partners
Prepare underwriting documentation
Streamlining the path to lender engagement
Ready to get started?
Please ensure required production metrics and financials are included to avoid delays in review.
Begin Intake FormAdvisor Capital Request Intake
Use this form to initiate a capital evaluation for advisor acquisition, merger, or succession transactions. Our team will respond within one business day.
Advisor Financing Inquiry
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Please provide your contact details so our team can manage and follow up on your request quickly.
Tell us about the transaction you are seeking to finance. This shapes the initial capital framework.
Production metrics and financial details are critical for lender qualification. Please provide as much detail as possible.
Review your details and add any final notes before submitting to the AssetMark Capital Solutions team.
Ensure production metrics and financials were included in Step 3 to avoid delays in review.
A member of the AssetMark Capital Solutions Team will be in touch within one business day to discuss next steps.
"Having a dedicated capital solutions team that understands our practice — and the nuances of advisor M&A — has been a genuine differentiator. AssetMark's financing program doesn't just connect us to capital; they help us structure the right deal for each situation, with the same level of care and precision we bring to every client relationship."
Book a Conversation
Every advisor's situation is unique. Our capital strategists invest the time to understand your practice, your transaction, and your goals — before we ever discuss structure or terms.
Whether you're exploring options early or ready to move forward, a conversation with our team is the fastest path to clarity.
No commitment required
Initial conversations are exploratory and confidential
Advisor-led throughout
You remain the primary relationship — we support the process
30 or 60 minute sessions
Choose the format that fits — intro call or deep-dive working session
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Educational Content
Watch our overview to understand how AssetMark's capital solutions work, what lenders look for, and how to position your practice for successful financing.
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Advisor M&A Financing: What You Need to Know
AssetMark Capital Solutions Team · 12 min
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Advisor Resource Library
A curated library of resources to support every stage of the M&A and succession journey — from initial exploration through closing.
A comprehensive guide to advisor M&A financing — covering loan structures, qualification criteria, lender expectations, and the AssetMark process from inquiry to close.
Download GuideA practical guide to lending for buyers — what lenders look for, how to prepare your practice financials, and steps to strengthen your loan application before you approach capital.
Download PlaybookEstimate the market value of an advisory practice using revenue multiples, AUM, client retention metrics, and other key valuation drivers relevant to RIA M&A transactions.
Access ToolHow an independent RIA successfully financed the acquisition of a retiring advisor's $85M book of business — structure, timeline, and key lessons learned.
Read Case StudyA structured framework for advisors planning internal or external succession — from timeline and valuation through financing, transition, and client retention strategy.
Download RoadmapA comprehensive due diligence checklist for buyers and sellers — covering financials, client data, compliance, technology, and operational readiness for a successful transaction.
Download ChecklistHave a resource suggestion or question about our library?
Contact Our TeamReady to Move Forward?
Whether you're acquiring a practice, planning your succession, or exploring a merger — AssetMark's Capital Solutions team is ready to structure the right path forward.