As each firm does business differently, there is no one best way to track minors in AdvisorEngine CRM. There are three viable options that we recommend depending on your usage:
The options and benefits of each are outlined in this table:
New Record | Informational Contact | Notes | |
Best for... |
-Minors who have significant wealth of their own. -Minors who become clients. |
-Viewing basic information within the Parent/Guardian Record. -Younger children. |
-Viewing basic information within the Parent/Guardian Record. -Younger children. |
Reporting Options | Record and Actions are fully reportable. | Export from Record Relationship Grid only (no global report). | Field available from Report Assistant and Record Workspace. |
Searching Options | Search for minor by name. | None. | View in Record Workspace Grid. |
Making Notes/Logging Actions | Add Actions and Notes separate from the Parent/Guardian. | No Actions, limited notes. | No Actions, freeform text notes. |
Correspondence Options | Send emails and letters. | None. | None. |
Asset Options | Log and view Assets separate from Parent/Guardian. | None. | None. |
Access from Relationships tab | Access Minor Record directly from other related Records using the Relationships section. | Cannot be linked between Records. | Cannot be linked between Records. |