The disgraced advisor fleeced more than 400 investors in a fraudulent 'private equity' fund over a 13-year period.
Other firms that saw big increases in the number of CFP professionals in 2023 included Charles Schwab and Northwestern Mutual.
The core consumer price index, excluding food and energy costs, rose 0.4% in January, which was more than expected and the most in eight months.
LPL's equity purchase of Atria will cost the firm at least $805 million.
Advisors on the platform now have more options and flexibility to build customized portfolios for clients.
Technology firm says the deal will help it provide specialized support to advisors, donors, and non-profits.
Markets expect inflation to have eased but may be overpricing Fed cuts.
Prices should be moderate despite weakening demand.
An insurance brokerage CEO says RIAs' failure to adopt modern technology is causing them to fall behind.
'This appears to be more of a reflection on Stifel,' one industry recruiter says.
Michael Kitces, longtime financial planner and blogger, says he’s ‘not a fan.'
While the CFP Board supports the proposal, the FPA has expressed concerns about the DOL rule potentially raising compliance costs for members, increasing the cost of advice and reducing access to advice for some.
Poll of more than 1,200 workers highlights shifting savings habits, student debt woes, and overwhelming demand for advisors.
A combination of obsessive entrepreneurial spirit and a roller-coaster learning curve led William Huston to a unique niche within financial services.
The two female advisors behind independent platform explain residency program that aims to ensure talent funnel of diverse candidates.
Washington team is the second practice to join the firm so far in 2024.
‘If a firm values its human capital, then it will make an investment to make sure that their talent can flourish for the advancement of the bottom line,’ says Lazetta Rainey Braxton, co-CEO of 2050 Wealth Partners.
Markets are now conceding that a slower pace is likely.
It's the most critical view of the NABE in 13 years.
Returns to investors are at their worst level since the financial crisis.
