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UBS revamps unit for wealthiest clients
PRACTICE MANAGEMENT MAR 01, 2022
UBS revamps unit for wealthiest clients

The business group formerly known as the Global Family Office is being folded into a larger unit in an effort to link the bank's work serving billionaires more closely to its investment banking business.

By Bloomberg
Supreme Court refuses to hear challenge to CalSavers
RETIREMENT PLANNING FEB 28, 2022
Supreme Court refuses to hear challenge to CalSavers

California prevailed in a legal battle over its auto-IRA program.

By InvestmentNews
Envestnet is reportedly up for sale — again
FINTECH FEB 28, 2022
Envestnet is reportedly up for sale — again

The fintech is reportedly being shopped around to private equity firms in what could potentially become one of the largest wealthtech deals to date.

By Sean Allocca
More intense SEC scrutiny of private equity not likely to dull appetite for RIA acquisition
ALTERNATIVES FEB 28, 2022
More intense SEC scrutiny of private equity not likely to dull appetite for RIA acquisition

Experts say an SEC proposal would significantly raise regulatory costs but the robust PE sector should maintain its transactional pace.

By Mark Schoeff Jr.
Wealthtech funding had 'record-shattering' 2021
RIA NEWS FEB 28, 2022
Wealthtech funding had 'record-shattering' 2021

The world’s largest firms are betting that new tools from wealthtech providers, ranging from AI to robotic process automation and blockchain systems, can help slash costs while increasing assets.

By Sean Allocca
Study estimates $1.96 trillion jump in 401(k) balances from loan protections
RETIREMENT PLANNING FEB 28, 2022
Study estimates $1.96 trillion jump in 401(k) balances from loan protections

EBRI research suggests automatic loan insurance program would reduce savings deficit.

By InvestmentNews
Some memorable exchanges with clients
OPINION FEB 28, 2022
Some memorable exchanges with clients

In the course of working with clients on financial planning, some are comfortable enough to talk about parts of their personal lives.

By Michael Broad
Avoid playing catch-up: Getting a fast start in your firm’s ESG journey
OPINION FEB 28, 2022
Avoid playing catch-up: Getting a fast start in your firm’s ESG journey

Begin by getting alignment from senior leaders, conducting a materiality assessment, picking the right reporting framework and engaging with investors.

By Keir Gumbs
Barred broker set to fight pro athletes’ allegations of fraud
REGULATION AND LEGISLATION FEB 25, 2022
Barred broker set to fight pro athletes’ allegations of fraud

The lawyer representing Darryl Cohen says Cohen's clients didn't lose money. The lawyer for the athletes says the cases center on the diversion of funds, not overall profitability.

By Mark Schoeff Jr.
Small advisory firms need tech, too
FINTECH FEB 25, 2022
Small advisory firms need tech, too

Small to midsize wealth management firms are more likely to purchase third-party tools than their wirehouse counterparts.

By Sean Allocca
Goldman probed by SEC over messages sent using unapproved services
PRACTICE MANAGEMENT FEB 25, 2022
Goldman probed by SEC over messages sent using unapproved services

In December, the SEC and CFTC imposed $200 million in fines on JPMorgan Chase over messaging apps.

By Bloomberg
5 essentials to secure the best valuation for your firm
OPINION FEB 25, 2022
5 essentials to secure the best valuation for your firm

If you're thinking of selling, you should be considering factors like the rate at which your firm is growing, your relationship with your employees, the age of your clients and the state of your tech stack.

By Rick Kent
401(k) plan participants sue Ricoh over fees
RETIREMENT PLANNING FEB 25, 2022
401(k) plan participants sue Ricoh over fees

Participants allege the plan allowed Alight Solutions to charge too much for record keeping.

By InvestmentNews
Cetera wins $59 million program at Kentucky credit union
INDEPENDENT BROKER DEALERS FEB 25, 2022
Cetera wins $59 million program at Kentucky credit union

Abound Credit Union was formerly affiliated with CUNA Brokerage Services.

By InvestmentNews
NFP acquires $4.6 billion RIA
RIA NEWS FEB 24, 2022
NFP acquires $4.6 billion RIA

AFS Advisors is a Suwanee, Georgia-based registered investment adviser.

By InvestmentNews
IRS proposal aligns RMD rules with SECURE Act
RETIREMENT PLANNING FEB 24, 2022
IRS proposal aligns RMD rules with SECURE Act

The measure clarifies how the prohibition on 'stretch' IRAs should be applied and provides details on implementing the rise in the RMD age to 72.

By Mark Schoeff Jr.
Financial steps to help close the racial wealth gap
OPINION FEB 24, 2022
Financial steps to help close the racial wealth gap

While the Covid-19 pandemic brought financial challenges for many Americans, African Americans and people of color faced more financial emergencies with fewer economic resources.

By Leo Tucker
SALT alternative takes shape as Democrats move past Biden plan
REGULATION AND LEGISLATION FEB 24, 2022
SALT alternative takes shape as Democrats move past Biden plan

Bill would raise deduction cap for most and exclude millionaires. However, the plan is unlikely to be taken up in Congress anytime soon.

By Bloomberg
Credit union managing $245 million goes to Raymond James
INDEPENDENT BROKER DEALERS FEB 24, 2022
Credit union managing $245 million goes to Raymond James

A solo adviser, along with seven staff members, runs the First Community Credit Union program in Houston, which had been affiliated with CUNA Brokerage Services.

By InvestmentNews
Americans want new ways to generate retirement income
OPINION FEB 24, 2022
Americans want new ways to generate retirement income

Why aren't advisers talking to clients about the solutions that are out there? Many investors are still choosing only traditional investment vehicles and missing the complementary role annuities can play in retirement portfolios.

By Chris Blunt