Ryan Sterling
CEO of NerdWallet Wealth Partners and guest on this episode, offering expertise on financial advisor compensation models and defending the assets-under-management (AUM) fee approach while describing his firm's fee structure and planning/investment philosophy.
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Feb 19, 2026 • 31min
Are Index Funds Still Diversified? Concentration Risk and a Top-Heavy Market
Ryan Sterling, a wealth advisor at NerdWallet Wealth Partners who guides clients on diversification and allocation. He explains concentration risk in index funds and how a few mega-cap stocks now dominate the market. Short takes cover historical parallels, how concentration can amplify swings, and practical ways to diversify beyond large-cap U.S. stocks.
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Feb 6, 2026 • 1h 7min
Debate: AUM vs Flat Fee Which is Better?
Ryan Sterling, CEO of NerdWallet Wealth Partners, explains his firm’s AUM approach and planning philosophy. The conversation contrasts flat fees and AUM, explores client psychology around fees, and compares long-term cost and engagement effects. Topics include conflicts of interest, when AUM suits high-net-worth clients, billing transparency, and how fee structure shapes advisor relationships.
