W&S Brokerage Services, Inc. operates as a dually-registered broker-dealer and investment advisory firm offering a fee-based asset allocation program called W&S Wealth Solutions. Through this program, W&S Brokerage Services, Inc. constructs diversified investment portfolios across 25 different model strategies using a mix of affiliated and unaffiliated mutual funds, exchange-traded funds, and money market funds. Fort Washington Investment Advisors, Inc., an affiliate, serves as the sub-adviser responsible for asset allocation modeling and manager due diligence. Clients receive ongoing portfolio monitoring, quarterly rebalancing, performance reports, and personal guidance from a financial advisor. The program involves discretionary investment authority, meaning W&S Brokerage Services, Inc. and the sub-adviser make day-to-day trading and fund selection decisions without prior consultation. The firm manages potential conflicts of interest related to the use of proprietary affiliated funds through independent screening processes. The program is designed for investors seeking professional management and discipline rather than active day-to-day trading.
Fee Structure
Portfolio-Based Fees (Tiered)
| Portfolio Value | Annual Fee |
|---|---|
| Up to $250K | 1.50% |
| $250K - $500K | 1.40% |
| $500K - $750K | 1.30% |
| $750K+ | 1.10% |
Fees may be negotiable at the sole discretion of W&S Brokerage Services, Inc. Potential fee reductions apply if funded from previous accounts that incurred commissions within 36 months.