Advisors
News updates, trends and analysis on financial advisors, investment advisors (RIAs), and financial planners (CFPs).
May 08, 2024
Fidelity Sales Practices Violated Reg BI, Advisor Says in Whistleblower SuitThe firm pressured advisors to sell managed money and other products over low-cost funds, the suit says.
May 08, 2024
Financial Firms See Dip in Social Media Engagement: StudyIndividuals consumed more content across channels overall, and original posts performed much better, Hearsay research found.
May 07, 2024
7 Surprising Facts About Giving From Donor-Advised FundsOne finding: Higher grant levels in response to crises have not diminished planned giving.
May 07, 2024
9 Phrases That Open Doors With ProspectsSome are useful in social situations, while others can lead you to "aha" moments of your own.
May 07, 2024
8 Positive Findings Hiding in the Social Security Trustees ReportThe big picture is admittedly bleak, but there are also bright spots in the new yearly projections.
May 06, 2024
Is the 4% Rule Too Safe?While rules of thumb aren't optimal, I think 5% is a more realistic starting point for typical retirees.
May 04, 2024
How Morgan Stanley Wows Its Ultra-Wealthy ClientsIts Signature Access Lifestyle Advisory offers services that go far beyond portfolio management, says Valerie Wong Fountain.
May 02, 2024
SEIA Strikes Deal for $2B RIA in ClevelandThe firm sees "significant additional acquisitions" ahead, Signature Estate and Investment Advisors CEO Brian Holmes says.
May 01, 2024
3 Reasons Cash Is King AgainReturns on cash are competitive now, and your clients might have more of it than you think.
May 01, 2024
Cetera's Avantax Inks Acquisition of $760M Wealth FirmIntegrated Tax and Wealth Management's advisors will become W-2 employees of Avantax Planning Partners.