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What advisors say about the IRS rule for RMDs on inherited accounts
RETIREMENT PLANNING JUL 23, 2024
What advisors say about the IRS rule for RMDs on inherited accounts

Tax smoothing is important, even as the IRS has granted exemptions since the 10-year RMD rule for inherited IRAs went into effect.

By Emile Hallez
Which are the best US states to retire to? And the worst?
RETIREMENT PLANNING JUL 23, 2024
Which are the best US states to retire to? And the worst?

Bankrate report ranks all fifty states based on multiple metrics.

By Steve Randall
Being an emotional support advisor
RETIREMENT PLANNING JUL 22, 2024
Being an emotional support advisor

Having difficult conversations and being a "financial physician" with a good bedside manner can help win clients for life and encourage them to make good decisions.

By Emile Hallez
Where MEPs and PEPs can fall short
RETIREMENT PLANNING JUL 22, 2024
Where MEPs and PEPs can fall short

Research shows that despite the fiduciary benefits of multiple employer plans, small-business owners are often unaware of them – but it may be too soon to judge the plans.

By Emile Hallez
Goldman installs JPMorgan’s Bryon Lake to boost public franchise
INDEPENDENT BROKER DEALERS JUL 22, 2024
Goldman installs JPMorgan’s Bryon Lake to boost public franchise

Star hire expected to significantly enhance ETF and SMA offerings.

By Bloomberg
Former data executive alleges unfair dismissal by Citi
REGULATION AND LEGISLATION JUL 22, 2024
Former data executive alleges unfair dismissal by Citi

Lawsuit claims Kathleen Martin was poached under false pretenses.

By Jonalyn Cueto
Being well paid is critical for employee satisfaction as financial worries persist
RETIREMENT PLANNING JUL 22, 2024
Being well paid is critical for employee satisfaction as financial worries persist

OneDigital research finds retirement savings may be at risk of depletion.

By Steve Randall
Higher rates on cash could cost LPL $380 million: analyst
INDEPENDENT BROKER DEALERS JUL 19, 2024
Higher rates on cash could cost LPL $380 million: analyst

"This would effectively be a reset in earnings," the analyst wrote.

By Bruce Kelly
‘I became known as the income guy’
RETIREMENT PLANNING JUL 19, 2024
‘I became known as the income guy’

Dave Scranton, of Sound Income Group, on how a moment of insight influenced his career.

By Emily Douglas
Leveraging private placement life insurance as a tax strategy for HNW clients
OPINION JUL 19, 2024
Leveraging private placement life insurance as a tax strategy for HNW clients

With several key factors influencing a complex product, it's essential advisors are well versed on its portfolio positioning.

By Chad Druvenga
Aging population does not have to be a negative for the economy, says Citigroup
RETIREMENT PLANNING JUL 19, 2024
Aging population does not have to be a negative for the economy, says Citigroup

Report cites financial resilience among key elements of strong 65+ population .

By Steve Randall
Pre-retirees still anxious despite bull run
RETIREMENT PLANNING JUL 18, 2024
Pre-retirees still anxious despite bull run

Generation X is especially consumed with inflation fears even as their stock portfolios keep rising.

By Gregg Greenberg
Blackstone prepping new funds for retail market
ALTERNATIVES JUL 18, 2024
Blackstone prepping new funds for retail market

"With a big name like Blackstone, it's easier for a broker-dealer or RIA to get behind that brand," says industry executive.

By Bruce Kelly
iCapital deepens Arax partnership with Ashton Thomas deal
ALTERNATIVES JUL 18, 2024
iCapital deepens Arax partnership with Ashton Thomas deal

The global fintech firm is helping more advisors and high-net-worth clients access opportunities in the alternative investment space.

By Leo Almazora
Three-quarters of Americans share one retirement savings regret
RETIREMENT PLANNING JUL 18, 2024
Three-quarters of Americans share one retirement savings regret

Survey gives a glimpse into savings habits across generations, along with ongoing challenges in building nest eggs.

By Leo Almazora
Finra fines, suspends JPMorgan rep over CFP exam leaks
REGULATION AND LEGISLATION JUL 18, 2024
Finra fines, suspends JPMorgan rep over CFP exam leaks

Diptes Basu contravened industry rules and the CFP’s Pathway Agreement by participating in an exam cheating ring.

By Leo Almazora
Raymond James welcomes Vanguard veteran in planned ETF platform launch
INDEPENDENT BROKER DEALERS JUL 18, 2024
Raymond James welcomes Vanguard veteran in planned ETF platform launch

The broker-dealer giant has unveiled plans to launch an ETF product platform next year, led by a former NYSE leader.

By Leo Almazora
The allure of independence is real but look before you leap
PRACTICE MANAGEMENT (GORIA) JUL 17, 2024
The allure of independence is real but look before you leap

Financial advisors should consider taking advantage of the new brand of independence: the best of both worlds.

By Mark Stofan
Apex helps firms aim higher with new cloud-based platform
FINTECH JUL 17, 2024
Apex helps firms aim higher with new cloud-based platform

The fintech aims to help simplify operations and risk decisions with real-time data and intelligence hosted on the cloud.

By Leo Almazora
Americans at risk of a probate sucker punch, warns Trust & Will
FINTECH JUL 17, 2024
Americans at risk of a probate sucker punch, warns Trust & Will

Polling by the digital planning platform found adults vastly underestimate the time, costs, and emotional toll of the estate settlement process.

By Leo Almazora