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News Brief
By: PointLine Media Research & Editorial Team
October 22, 2026
This initiative is significant because it democratizes access to alternative assets within the advisory space, allowing firms to retain assets under management while broadening their investment scope. By eliminating operational friction, Next Generation enables advisors to offer modern, diversified portfolios, fostering long-term client retention and practice growth.
As market dynamics evolve, financial advisors are increasingly seeking ways to diversify client portfolios beyond traditional stocks and bonds. Next Generation Trust Company is bridging this gap by enabling fee-based advisors to integrate alternative assets—such as real estate, precious metals, and private placements—into their clients' self-directed retirement plans. This strategic collaboration allows advisors to meet growing demand for asset diversification while maintaining their existing fee structures and client relationships.
CEO Jaime Raskulinecz emphasizes that the firm acts as a neutral administrative partner, removing the complexities of custody and transaction execution from the advisor's workflow. By handling the operational burden of alternative assets, Next Generation ensures that advisors can offer sophisticated investment options without needing to become experts in niche asset administration. Crucially, as a non-advisory custodian, the firm never competes with the financial professionals it supports, ensuring a purely collaborative partnership.
This partnership model provides advisors with a competitive edge, allowing them to expand their practice capabilities through deeper education and access to non-traditional markets. By fostering a seamless, white-glove experience, Next Generation Trust Company is setting a new standard for how independent advisors can successfully navigate the complexities of alternative investment management in a modern, diversified financial landscape.