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SMArtX update helps smooth out tax drag in SMAs
FINTECH JUL 15, 2024
SMArtX update helps smooth out tax drag in SMAs

The managed accounts tech firm’s new tool aims to help financial advisors reduce the tax impact of switching investment models.

By Leo Almazora
Osaic beefs up its retirement income planning platform
RETIREMENT PLANNING JUL 15, 2024
Osaic beefs up its retirement income planning platform

With more than $4b in retirement assets planned per year, the firm is putting even more advanced strategies within advisors’ reach.

By Leo Almazora
The AI invasion has begun, and we are not ready
RIA NEWS JUL 15, 2024
The AI invasion has begun, and we are not ready

To survive, advisors must use the technology as an ally, says columnist Joe Duran.

By Joe Duran
Wells Fargo's focus on independent advisors taking shape
INDEPENDENT BROKER DEALERS JUL 12, 2024
Wells Fargo's focus on independent advisors taking shape

"FiNet has made very noticeable increases in support staffing to practices," said one industry source.

By Bruce Kelly
Inflation has hit hard for nearly half of older adults
RETIREMENT PLANNING JUL 12, 2024
Inflation has hit hard for nearly half of older adults

New research finds nine-tenths of adults aged 50 and older have felt its impact in the past year, with some cohorts reporting an outsized burden.

By Leo Almazora
Arete tightens its ties with BNY Pershing
RIA NEWS JUL 12, 2024
Arete tightens its ties with BNY Pershing

The $6B IBD and RIA is expanding its partnership with new long-term agreements, including access to an integrated wealth management platform.

By Leo Almazora
Nitrogen unveils hat trick of tech launches
FINTECH JUL 12, 2024
Nitrogen unveils hat trick of tech launches

The wealth tech giant's new client engagement platform includes three core products aimed at both individual advisors and home offices.

By Leo Almazora
GPB execs goosed records to pump sales, partner claims
ALTERNATIVES JUL 11, 2024
GPB execs goosed records to pump sales, partner claims

"I wanted it to end," said former senior GPB executive on Thursday.

By Bruce Kelly
The workplace: A goldmine for advisors seeking new assets
OPINION JUL 11, 2024
The workplace: A goldmine for advisors seeking new assets

More than a third of financial assets are currently in workplace retirement accounts, creating a rich pool of opportunity for future-focused advisors.

US retirement confidence rises, but some groups less upbeat
RETIREMENT PLANNING JUL 11, 2024
US retirement confidence rises, but some groups less upbeat

BlackRock survey exposes gender and generation gaps even as six-tenths of workplace savers feel financially on track.

By Leo Almazora
Former investment advisor to pay $669k penalty over Grail Movement fraud
REGULATION AND LEGISLATION JUL 11, 2024
Former investment advisor to pay $669k penalty over Grail Movement fraud

The ex-advisor repeatedly lied to members of his religious community and fabricated statements to conceal near-total losses, according to the SEC.

By Leo Almazora
Cetera starts July strong with three announced additions
INDEPENDENT BROKER DEALERS JUL 11, 2024
Cetera starts July strong with three announced additions

The independent broker-dealer welcomes six new advisors who reported a total of nearly $600M in assets under administration between them.

By Leo Almazora
Envestnet confirms $4.5 billion acquisition
FINTECH JUL 11, 2024
Envestnet confirms $4.5 billion acquisition

Wealthtech titan to be snapped up in a transaction that also includes Reverence Capital, BlackRock, Fidelity, and other strategic partners.

By Leo Almazora
Citigroup fined $135M for failure to comply with Fed, OCC enforcements
REGULATION AND LEGISLATION JUL 11, 2024
Citigroup fined $135M for failure to comply with Fed, OCC enforcements

Shares drop 1.3% in early trading following Wednesday's penalties.

By Steve Randall
Americans with advisors feel more ready to retire, finds Northwestern Mutual
RETIREMENT PLANNING JUL 10, 2024
Americans with advisors feel more ready to retire, finds Northwestern Mutual

Survey research showcases the value of financial advice for high-net-worth individuals, Black Americans, and next-gen investors.

By Leo Almazora
Lincoln takes $300k fine over VUL marketing arrangement
LIFE INSURANCE AND ANNUITIES JUL 10, 2024
Lincoln takes $300k fine over VUL marketing arrangement

The firm breached Finra rules when it directed some $2.9M in compensation to go to an unregistered entity, the regulator said.

By Leo Almazora
Broadridge bolsters advisor platform with values-based client insights
FINTECH JUL 10, 2024
Broadridge bolsters advisor platform with values-based client insights

The global fintech provider is taking a new tack on personalization with a new integration partnership.

By Leo Almazora
LPL adds $475M advisor pair from Ameriprise
INDEPENDENT BROKER DEALERS JUL 10, 2024
LPL adds $475M advisor pair from Ameriprise

The two advisors, including a 26-year industry veteran, are joining the broker-dealer as their practice undergoes a values-based refresh.

By Leo Almazora
Client understanding last piece of the puzzle 
RETIREMENT PLANNING JUL 09, 2024
Client understanding last piece of the puzzle 

‘I feel like the industry is way ahead of where Americans are in the discussion of retirement income,” says SageView advisor.

By Emily Douglas
Dimensional makes its way into the UMA space
FINTECH JUL 09, 2024
Dimensional makes its way into the UMA space

The global asset manager is helping advisors tailor portfolios more efficiently at scale as it evolves its managed accounts platform.

By Leo Almazora