Jeff Benjamin

Jeff Benjamin is a senior columnist who primarily writes about investments and practice management as they relate to the wealth management industry. In addition to news and opinion writing, Jeff also does regular video interviews and is the co-host of The InvestmentNews Podcast, a weekly show that takes listeners behind the scenes of our coverage. He joined InvestmentNews in 2000. Prior to InvestmentNews, Jeff’s career included working as an analyst at Cerulli Associates, and as a reporter for Dow Jones Newswires. Jeff is based in North Carolina and when he isn’t working, he can usually be found playing golf or fishing. Jeff is a former Marine and has a bachelor’s degree in journalism from Central Michigan University.

Jeff Benjamin
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YOUR PRACTICE PRACTICE MANAGEMENT MAY 10, 2018
CFP Board takes on racial, ethnic diversity

CFP research report shows nonwhites don't feel welcomed by the financial planning profession.

NEWS RIAS MAY 09, 2018
New report sounds alarm over demographic changes facing advice industry

Within five years, TD Ameritrade report shows client pool will tip toward younger generations.

RETIREMENT RETIREMENT PLANNING MAY 07, 2018
Advisers push retired clients to embrace investment risk

Dealing with clients' anxiety explaining that retiring is different from dying.

NEWS RIAS MAY 03, 2018
Q&A: Aaron Schaben on being Ron Carson's heir apparent

The Carson Group's 32-year-old executive vice president talks with Jeff Benjamin about his strong views on millennials and where the industry falls short.

NEWS INDUSTRY NEWS MAY 03, 2018
DOL guidance on ESG funds shouldn't have chilling effect on social impact investments

The latest Department of Labor bulletin said economic performance must trump any potential social impact when judging an investment for retirement accounts.

YOUR PRACTICE PRACTICE MANAGEMENT MAY 01, 2018
Key to turning DIY investors into clients: Get specific

InvestmentNews research shows do-it-yourselfers are turned off by vague marketing pitches.

NEWS RIAS APR 24, 2018
The unique nature of working with celebrity clients

Athletes and entertainers are just like everyone else — aside from complex tax issues, a lack of financial savvy and a need for prenups

YOUR PRACTICE PRACTICE MANAGEMENT APR 24, 2018
UBS snags Wells Fargo vet for wealth management exec role

Heather Crist departs Wells Fargo after 28 years

NEWS RIAS APR 23, 2018
RIA sellers might be rushing in ahead of market turmoil

Latest research from DeVoe & Co. shows a first-quarter spike in activity.

NEWS RIAS APR 20, 2018
Ed Butowsky charges Schwab with political bias in $100 million lawsuit

Adviser claims he was kicked off custodian's platform because of his political views.