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ARA, Ceres throw support behind DOL ESG rule for 401(k)s
RETIREMENT PLANNING APR 02, 2024
ARA, Ceres throw support behind DOL ESG rule for 401(k)s

The two nonprofits are urging the Court of Appeals to uphold a lower court decision supporting a 'middle-of-the-road' approach for fiduciaries.

By Leo Almazora
Former AssetMark CEO Ahluwalia joins Hightower as president
RIAS APR 02, 2024
Former AssetMark CEO Ahluwalia joins Hightower as president

RIAs should have ‘quality leadership teams,’ says Hightower CEO Bob Oros.

By Josh Welsh
DOL limits companies with foreign convictions from managing 401(k) assets
RETIREMENT PLANNING APR 02, 2024
DOL limits companies with foreign convictions from managing 401(k) assets

The regulator for years has granted exemptions for financial institutions whose affiliates have been convicted of financial crimes overseas.

By Emile Hallez
OneDigital snaps up Texas-based wealth and retirement practice
RIAS APR 02, 2024
OneDigital snaps up Texas-based wealth and retirement practice

The deal, the RIA's third this year, broadens its presence in the south-central US.

By Leo Almazora
Sanctuary welcomes UHNW duo from Merrill
RIAS APR 02, 2024
Sanctuary welcomes UHNW duo from Merrill

The firm adds a $700 million breakaway practice in North Carolina.

By Leo Almazora
Creative Planning lands $2.2B wealth powerhouse
RIAS APR 02, 2024
Creative Planning lands $2.2B wealth powerhouse

Texas-based ML&R Wealth Management has been operating for more than 25 years.

By Leo Almazora
LPL onboards $210M advisor from Ameriprise
BROKER DEALERS APR 02, 2024
LPL onboards $210M advisor from Ameriprise

The IBD is expanding its presence in Florida with a planning and wealth management practice focused on LGBTQ+ clients.

By Leo Almazora
Ashton Thomas picks up $300M team from WealthSource
ADVISOR MOVES APR 02, 2024
Ashton Thomas picks up $300M team from WealthSource

It's the second new team to join the firm in the past month.

By Steve Randall
Record-high down payment, six-figure salary: US homebuying essentials
INDUSTRY NEWS APR 02, 2024
Record-high down payment, six-figure salary: US homebuying essentials

Those who want to invest in residential real estate face significant barriers.

By Steve Randall
Oil at six-month high of $85, WTI up 1.6%
INDUSTRY NEWS APR 02, 2024
Oil at six-month high of $85, WTI up 1.6%

OPEC+ production cuts and strong demand have tightened the market.

By Bloomberg
UBS will buy back up to $2B of its shares this year
WIREHOUSES APR 02, 2024
UBS will buy back up to $2B of its shares this year

New program to start this week in a sign of confidence.

By Bloomberg
Home insurance premiums heading still higher
LIFE INSURANCE AND ANNUITIES APR 01, 2024
Home insurance premiums heading still higher

The average premium for homeowners insurance is expected to rise 6 percent this year, following an increase of roughly 20 percent over the past two years, amid intensifying natural disasters.

By Bloomberg
Fidelity unveils next-gen campaigns in fight for financial literacy
INDUSTRY NEWS APR 01, 2024
Fidelity unveils next-gen campaigns in fight for financial literacy

The company is drafting its 74,000-plus army of associates to raise the bar on middle school and high school financial education.

By Leo Almazora
Raymond James scores big with $1.1B Arizona practice
BROKER DEALERS APR 01, 2024
Raymond James scores big with $1.1B Arizona practice

The team, including a father-son duo, is joining the broker-dealer’s employee advisor arm from RBC.

By Leo Almazora
Angel investing 101 
APR 01, 2024
Angel investing 101 

What is angel investing and is it a worthwhile business opportunity? Read on to know more about this unusual investment type

By Ramon Berenguer
Understanding Social Security benefits 
APR 01, 2024
Understanding Social Security benefits 

Will you get enough from your Social Security benefits to see you through your golden years? Read on for a clearer picture of how Social Security works

By Ramon Berenguer
Investing in REITs for Beginners 
APR 01, 2024
Investing in REITs for Beginners 

Since the 1960s, REITs have been part of some mutual funds and ETFs. Do they deserve to be part of your investment portfolio? Read on to know more

By Ramon Berenguer
Clearstead acquires $5B wealth firm
RIAS APR 01, 2024
Clearstead acquires $5B wealth firm

Deal for Virginia-based wealth and investment manager will result in an organization with $44 billion in AUA.

By Leo Almazora
Stratos swipes $500M team from RBC
RIAS APR 01, 2024
Stratos swipes $500M team from RBC

The RIA adds a multigenerational advisor practice to its network in its first foray into northern Nevada.

By Leo Almazora
AlTi strikes deal for $5.6B East End Advisors
RIAS APR 01, 2024
AlTi strikes deal for $5.6B East End Advisors

Firm extends ambitions for its ultra-high-net-worth business as it deepens its foothold in key family office center.

By Leo Almazora