Critical to find outsourcing partners who have the necessary expertise, are trustworthy, and can help improve an adviser's business
Firm's head of retail, Robert Okin, resigned last week. On his BrokerCheck page, he says that he "intends to vigorously defend himself if charges are filed."
Embracing unifying technology that fortifies practices will help independent advisers secure their businesses' futures.
One question to ask: After the death of a spouse, are you goals still the same for your monthly benefit?
It's time for the CFP Board to be more transparent in its dealings over adviser pay descriptions.
Projected shortfalls still a concern in updated report
These retirement plan designs can help highly-paid employees sock away more for retirement and reduce their tax burden
State rules on insurance affiliation complicate fee-only status for some CFPs.
Tax Court: "Once a year" rollover rule applies to all of a taxpayer's individual retirement accounts.
President directs Department of Labor to propose rules by the end of the year to provide a “clear path” for states.
Careful attention to portfolio construction can keep your clients from making financial decisions driven by emotional reactions.
Women are expected to control two-thirds of the nation's wealth by 2030. Here are some of the surprising facts about the way they use their money.
The program was designed for an old-style one-earner family, so navigate its rules with care.
LPL Financial last month was hit with a $2 million fine, and ordered to pay $820,000 in restitution, for failing to maintain adequate books and records documenting variable annuity exchanges.
After getting broker-dealers like LPL Financial to sign selling agreements, asset manager Cole Capital expects to raise $3.1 billion this year for American Realty Capital Properties.
Divorce and widowhood require sensitive communication and help in gaining confidence.
Blame it on family maximum limits, not sexism.
