Compensation and Fees
What leading financial advisors, experts and firms are saying about compensation and fees for registered representatives (both independent and employee) and registered investment advisors.
Why Now's the Time to Start Making Comp Plans
By Angie HerbersWorking on compensation structures during the summer makes for better planning and easier times later in the year.
June 19, 2019
Woman Scammed on Dating Site Sues VC PrincipalsThey trolled a millionaire dating site to defraud wealthy women, a California lawsuit claims.
May 06, 2019
Fund Fees Race to the Bottom: How Low Will They Go?Cerulli explores how client demand for low fees could affect the future of revenue sharing.
April 16, 2019
5 Truths About the Pricing Revolution in Wealth ManagementSchwab's new subscription-based service is a needed shake-up to the industry.
April 05, 2019
Galvin Seeks Feedback on Fee Table for Advisors in MassachusettsOne advisor said the plan sounded like "overkill."
March 04, 2019
Fidelity Faces State Inquiry Over Fees Charged for 401(k) PlansThese are the same fees that, according to a Wall Street Journal story, the Labor Department is investigating.
February 25, 2019
Beware of Hidden Costs in M&A DealsM&A comes with fees, but then there are the hidden fees advisors should be aware of before starting the process.
February 20, 2019
SoFi Now Offering No-Fee Brokerage for Stock and ETF TradesBut an analyst of robo-advisors questions whether the no-fee model is sustainable.