Two advisory teams in Idaho, collectively managing $648 million, have joined the employee channel of Raymond James.
Christine Satterfield and Harry Tharp managed $341 million at Wells Fargo in Boise, Idaho. Satterfield began her career 24 years ago with Merrill Lynch and moved to Wells Fargo in 2008. Tharp also began his career at Merrill Lynch, moved to Morgan Stanley in 2005 and to Wells Fargo in 2011.
The mother and son duo of Linda Sterling and Greg Fairfield managed previously $307 million at UBS Financial in Ketchum, Idaho. Sterling, who began her career at Merrill Lynch in 1987, worked at RBC Capital before moving to UBS. Fairfield joined UBS in 2008.
Rajesh Markan earlier this year pleaded guilty to one count of criminal fraud related to his sale of fake investments to 10 clients totaling $2.9 million.
From building trust to steering through emotions and responding to client challenges, new advisors need human skills to shape the future of the advice industry.
"The outcome is correct, but it's disappointing that FINRA had ample opportunity to investigate the merits of clients' allegations in these claims, including the testimony in the three investor arbitrations with hearings," Jeff Erez, a plaintiff's attorney representing a large portion of the Stifel clients, said.
Chair also praised the passage of stablecoin legislation this week.
Maridea Wealth Management's deal in Chicago, Illinois is its first after securing a strategic investment in April.
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Barely a decade old, registered index-linked annuities have quickly surged in popularity, thanks to their unique blend of protection and growth potential—an appealing option for investors looking to chart a steadier course through today's choppy market waters, says Myles Lambert, Brighthouse Financial.
