She says she filed her complaint on July 16 and was terminated two weeks later
White House says new directive curbs political agendas in shareholder voting advice, such as ESG and diversity
Traditional 60/40 portfolios are under pressure as bonds lose their reputation as the “safe” side of investing, prompting more investors to explore alternatives. Financial advisor Todd Bryant, CFP®, ChFC®, CLU®, AIF®, explains why structured notes and other alternative strategies are gaining traction, how much exposure may be appropriate, and why education and clear communication are critical when reshaping long-term portfolios.
Clients are overwhelmed by sensational financial content that prioritizes clicks over sound advice. In this piece, Peter V. Disch, Founder and Managing Member of Great Point Wealth Advisors, explains why advisors must refocus client education on real goals, time horizons, and emotions—not just market forecasts and performance metrics. He shows how listening to how decisions feel can matter as much as the numbers
Cerity’s $10 million stake gives its advisors a front-row role in NPM-run liquidity programs, with planning support tied to employee tender proceeds.
The legislation now headed to the Senate would help tamp down potential pump-and-dump schemes by foreign private issuers.
Guidance calls for oversight calibrated to use‑case risk, from note‑taking and admin tools to higher‑stakes decision engines.
Mercer also expanded in Portland with Thompson Advisory’s $260 million book, while Waverly picks up a $257 million Pennsylvania shop.
How thoughtful planning, gifting, and communication can make family wealth transfers more effective.
Permanent telehealth relief takes effect for 2025 plan years, with bronze and catastrophic marketplace plans becoming HSA‑compatible in 2026.
Retirement funds are being depleted by essential costs, but is that worse than other borrowing?
The self-regulator doesn’t cite recent GPB private placement fraud and GWG Holdings fraud in 2026 regulatory oversight report.
Investors in the Bluerock Total Income + Real Estate Fund should be ready for at least a slight hit once the company begins trading on December 16, according to a filing Monday with the SEC.
For advisors with business owner clients, the ability to unlock cost-effective liquidity from real estate assets could be a valuable tool.
Thomas Ruggie, ChFC®, CFP®, explains why thoughtfully selected alternative investments can strengthen a portfolio beyond the pursuit of higher returns. He explores how alternatives may add diversification, access niche opportunities like AI and space exploration, and provide psychological benefits by reducing day‑to‑day performance watching.
LIMRA projects full-year 2025 annuity sales projected to top $450 billion, with independent broker-dealers driving more than half of third-quarter sales in registered annuity products.
Self-regulator outlines emerging AI use cases at member firms, rising techn‑driven scams, and persistent supervisory weaknesses in marketing and annuity recommendations.
The mega-RIA and serial consolidator now has more than $131 billion in assets as it adds a veteran-led practice in the Midwest.
New research shows serial acquirers gaining massive ground while non-dealmakers fall behind.
New survey reveals doubts about financial readiness and fading excitement for retirement
