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Clayton tells lawmakers advisers can skirt fiduciary standard
REGULATION AND LEGISLATION DEC 11, 2018
Clayton tells lawmakers advisers can skirt fiduciary standard

SEC chairman refuses to give specific time line for final advice-reform rule, but says it's a priority.

By Mark Schoeff Jr.
Ex-Securities America broker suspended for hidden options trades that hurt client
ALTERNATIVES DEC 11, 2018
Ex-Securities America broker suspended for hidden options trades that hurt client

The broker recommended that a customer open an account away from Securities America.

By Bruce Kelly
Morgan Stanley wants its advisers to be top of mind for Alexa
FINTECH DEC 11, 2018
Morgan Stanley wants its advisers to be top of mind for Alexa

New partnership with Yext hopes to modernize and future-proof Morgan Stanley advisers' online presence.

By Ryan W. Neal
UBS names new head of US wealth unit, seeks to capture more American billionaires
WIREHOUSES DEC 10, 2018
UBS names new head of US wealth unit, seeks to capture more American billionaires

Jason Chandler will take over from Brian Hull on January 1, overseeing about 7,000 advisers.

By Bloomberg
BlackRock integrates retirement income calculator with eMoney
FINTECH DEC 10, 2018
BlackRock integrates retirement income calculator with eMoney

Asset manager's latest move to get its technology in front of financial advisers.

By Ryan W. Neal
3 big reasons to do a Roth conversion right now
RETIREMENT PLANNING DEC 10, 2018
3 big reasons to do a Roth conversion right now

The time is ripe for many to convert a pretax IRA to a Roth.

By Greg Iacurci
Midwestern magic? RIA assets soared nearly 30% there last year
RETIREMENT PLANNING DEC 08, 2018
Midwestern magic? RIA assets soared nearly 30% there last year

Theories for what's driving the growth spurt abound, but it surpassed all other regions of the country.

By Jeff Benjamin
For Los Angeles-based RIA Aspiriant, growth is crucial yet deliberate
RETIREMENT PLANNING DEC 08, 2018
For Los Angeles-based RIA Aspiriant, growth is crucial yet deliberate

CEO Rob Francis wants to build a national network and brand.

By Jeff Benjamin
For Silvercrest Asset Management Group, client referrals were gold
RETIREMENT PLANNING DEC 08, 2018
For Silvercrest Asset Management Group, client referrals were gold

The firm, which has clients in 47 states, has grown to $21.3 billion

By Jeff Benjamin
This Miami-based firm has a $50 million minimum
RETIREMENT PLANNING DEC 08, 2018
This Miami-based firm has a $50 million minimum

Half of the $7.3 billion under management at WE Family Offices is from non-U.S. clients

By Jeff Benjamin
Wells Fargo says it's cleaning up its mess. Regulators demand more
WIREHOUSES DEC 07, 2018
Wells Fargo says it's cleaning up its mess. Regulators demand more

Federal Reserve reportedly rejected parts of the bank's turnaround plan.

By Bloomberg
Finra exams find fault with sales of variable annuities, nontraded REITs and private placements
ALTERNATIVES DEC 07, 2018
Finra exams find fault with sales of variable annuities, nontraded REITs and private placements

Regulator highlights reps engaging in unsuitable product sales and firms not conducting appropriate due diligence.

By Greg Iacurci
Michael Kitces: The latest in financial adviser fintech — December 2018
FINTECH DEC 07, 2018
Michael Kitces: The latest in financial adviser fintech — December 2018

This month's edition kicks off with the big news that Blackrock is taking a whopping $123M stake in Envestnet as the company doubles down on the strategy.

By Michael Kitces
Wentworth Management Services buys World Equity Group
INDEPENDENT BROKER DEALERS DEC 07, 2018
Wentworth Management Services buys World Equity Group

World Equity has close to 180 brokers and nearly $40 million in annual revenue.

By Bruce Kelly
Tax law dilutes this important break after year-end
RETIREMENT PLANNING DEC 06, 2018
Tax law dilutes this important break after year-end

Taking a deduction for out-of-pocket medical expenses will face a higher bar in 2019.

By Greg Iacurci
Richard Neal: the new face driving retirement policy in Washington
RETIREMENT PLANNING DEC 06, 2018
Richard Neal: the new face driving retirement policy in Washington

As he becomes head of the House Ways and Means Committee, Rep. Richard Neal (D-Mass.) is poised to make some big changes.

By Greg Iacurci
SIFMA says Reg BI raises broker standard above investment adviser requirements
REGULATION AND LEGISLATION DEC 06, 2018
SIFMA says Reg BI raises broker standard above investment adviser requirements

Investor advocate Roper: SIFMA wouldn't support SEC proposal if it reformed broker practices

By Mark Schoeff Jr.
Retirement chatbot tells the real story about investors' greatest retirement questions
RETIREMENT PLANNING DEC 06, 2018
Retirement chatbot tells the real story about investors' greatest retirement questions

When it comes to 401(k)s, investors need more help with the basics.

By Ryan W. Neal
LPL Financial recruits five advisers from PNC Investments
RIA NEWS DEC 06, 2018
LPL Financial recruits five advisers from PNC Investments

The advisers will expand the New Jersey footprint of LPL-affiliate Gladstone Advisors

By Jeff Benjamin
All those points you racked up are at risk in Marriott hack
FINTECH DEC 06, 2018
All those points you racked up are at risk in Marriott hack

Hackers who gain access to rewards portals can redeem consumers' hard-earned points and miles for gift cards or hotel stays.

By Bloomberg