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Merrill Lynch to drop unpopular pay hurdle in 2023
NEWS PRACTICE MANAGEMENT NOV 10, 2022
Merrill Lynch to drop unpopular pay hurdle in 2023

Known as the '3% investment policy,' the rule acted as a modest — if nagging — monthly charge on the revenue advisers generated.

By Bruce Kelly
Adviser duo managing nearly $500 million join Lincoln Financial
NEWS RIAS NOV 10, 2022
Adviser duo managing nearly $500 million join Lincoln Financial

Scott LoPresti and Dean DiPierro, based in Croton-on-Hudson, New York, previously were affiliated with LPL Financial.

By InvestmentNews
FTX implosion raises new alarms about crypto exposure
NEWS ALTERNATIVES NOV 10, 2022
FTX implosion raises new alarms about crypto exposure

While crypto skeptics feel vindicated, a proponent calls the collapse of the world's second-largest digital platform 'very bad news in the short term.'

By Jeff Benjamin
Midterms result in status quo with a twist on Capitol Hill
NEWS REGULATION AND LEGISLATION NOV 10, 2022
Midterms result in status quo with a twist on Capitol Hill

A push to restore and expand a tax break for investment advice and other issues affecting advisers is likely to be stalled by gridlock.

By Mark Schoeff Jr.
FPA names Scott Kahan winner of its P. Kemp Fain Jr. Award
NEWS INDUSTRY NEWS NOV 10, 2022
FPA names Scott Kahan winner of its P. Kemp Fain Jr. Award

The planning veteran is being recognized for outstanding achievements in service to society, academia, government and professional activities.

By InvestmentNews
Edward Jones rep goes indie with Raymond James
NEWS BROKER DEALERS NOV 10, 2022
Edward Jones rep goes indie with Raymond James

Adrian John of Seattle, who managed $200 million, is affiliating with the firm's independent adviser channel.

By InvestmentNews
How to identify the best annuity income options
NEWS OPINION NOV 10, 2022
How to identify the best annuity income options

There's increasing interest in employing annuities in retirement plans, but plan sponsors need to review the products carefully.

By Amber Kendrick
Crypto market extends losses as Binance drops FTX takeover offer
NEWS ALTERNATIVES NOV 09, 2022
Crypto market extends losses as Binance drops FTX takeover offer

The news that Binance withdrew its offer sent bitcoin to its lowest level since November 2020.

By Bloomberg
Edelman Financial Engines focuses on tax planning
NEWS RIAS NOV 09, 2022
Edelman Financial Engines focuses on tax planning

Last year, the firm acquired Viridian Advisors, which specializes in comprehensive financial planning and tax planning.

By Bruce Kelly
Anxious Americans raising cash, adjusting portfolios: New York Life
NEWS RETIREMENT PLANNING NOV 09, 2022
Anxious Americans raising cash, adjusting portfolios: New York Life

A new study shows 3 in 10 adults made changes to their investment portfolio in the past six months due to market volatility, with 37% of those investors increasing their cash allocations.

By Gregg Greenberg
No fee model is perfect: RIA Summit 2022
NEWS RIAS NOV 09, 2022
No fee model is perfect: RIA Summit 2022

The goal is for independent registered investment advisers to explain to clients simply and transparently what they're paying for services provided.

By Ryan W. Neal
Strong millennial demand pushing for increased ESG options in 401(k)s
NEWS RETIREMENT PLANNING NOV 09, 2022
Strong millennial demand pushing for increased ESG options in 401(k)s

66% of millennials would be more likely to contribute to their workplace retirement plan for the first time or increase their contribution if they knew their investments were doing social good.

By Gregg Greenberg
Merrill team managing $160 million joins Raymond James
NEWS BROKER DEALERS NOV 09, 2022
Merrill team managing $160 million joins Raymond James

Abbie Osterbur and Niralee Patel are joining the firm’s employee adviser channel in Champaign, Illinois.

By InvestmentNews
Anticipate changes to plans for LGBTQ+ clients
NEWS OPINION NOV 09, 2022
Anticipate changes to plans for LGBTQ+ clients

Complications for LGBTQ+ clients are only likely to proliferate with impending legal decisions.

By Barbara Bilello and Lisa M. Neira
Industry leaders discuss M&A trends at RIA Summit 2022
NEWS INDUSTRY NEWS NOV 08, 2022
Industry leaders discuss M&A trends at RIA Summit 2022

2022 is on pace to be another record year for adviser M&A, but the market is becoming more competitive.

By Ryan W. Neal
Ameriprise, Dalton Education create military-oriented adviser certification
NEWS PRACTICE MANAGEMENT NOV 08, 2022
Ameriprise, Dalton Education create military-oriented adviser certification

The aim is to help more military members and their families reach financial goals.

By InvestmentNews
Avantax attracted 74 indie advisers in third quarter
NEWS PRACTICE MANAGEMENT NOV 08, 2022
Avantax attracted 74 indie advisers in third quarter

The firm specializing in tax-related advice draws from advisers and accountants.

By InvestmentNews
Bank brokers at former BancorpSouth switching to LPL
NEWS ADVISOR MOVES NOV 08, 2022
Bank brokers at former BancorpSouth switching to LPL

The unit overseeing almost $2.5 billion is joining the team at Cadence Bank, which was already affiliated with LPL.

By InvestmentNews
Bluespring acquires Mississippi hybrid
NEWS RIAS NOV 08, 2022
Bluespring acquires Mississippi hybrid

WealthPartners, which oversees assets of $500 million, primarily focuses on high-net-worth individuals and families.

By InvestmentNews
Binance Holdings plans to acquire rival FTX.com
NEWS ALTERNATIVES NOV 08, 2022
Binance Holdings plans to acquire rival FTX.com

The proposed deal for Sam Bankman-Fried's 3-year-old exchange will 'help cover the liquidity crunch.'

By Bloomberg