Advisors
News updates, trends and analysis on financial advisors, investment advisors (RIAs), and financial planners (CFPs).
Commonwealth Continues Strong Recruiting, Looks for More in 2024
By John ManganaroThe firm's chief business development officer says momentum from record years in 2022 and 2023 continues to build.
February 13, 2024
Older Investors Think They're Ready to Retire. Advisors Disagree.The disparity was especially acute around specific topics, such as Social Security and Medicare planning, Allspring found.
February 13, 2024
Jason Fichtner Among New Members Named to FINRA Foundation BoardThe nonprofit FINRA Investor Education Foundation is welcoming three industry veterans, including the former Social Security official.
February 13, 2024
8 Ways to Talk Tech (or Anything New) With Skeptical ClientsIt may require baby steps for clients to see emerging opportunities, but the efforts are often worth it.
February 12, 2024
An Asset Manager's Key to Boosting After-Tax WealthFrank Pape of Frontier talks about tax-friendly investment processes and why advisors should stop discussing "standard deviations."
February 12, 2024
Credentials Boost Planners' Confidence and Client Base: SurveyContinuing financial education breeds success and career satisfaction, the College for Financial Planning found.
February 09, 2024
Social Security Claiming: The Case of the High-Earning HusbandIn this case study, one spouse earns much more than the other. When should they file for benefits?
February 09, 2024
FINRA Fines Current, Former LPL Advisors Over False SignaturesThe advisors both agreed to a fine and suspension.