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Vanguard 401k: A new investors guide to the basics
JAN 13, 2025
Vanguard 401k: A new investors guide to the basics

Is the 401(k) by Vanguard good enough for retirement planning, or should you recommend another provider? Know more here

By Ramon Berenguer
You can maximize your HSA and Medicare benefits with this tactics
JAN 13, 2025
You can maximize your HSA and Medicare benefits with this tactics

Maximizing your clients’ Health Savings Accounts (HSA) and Medicare can be tricky. In this article, find out how you can help them balance both

By Ramon Berenguer
Empower 401(k): A beginners guide to this 401(k)
JAN 13, 2025
Empower 401(k): A beginners guide to this 401(k)

Empower is one of the many 401(k) providers in the U.S. How is the Empower 401(k) different from the others and should you sign up?

By Ramon Berenguer
A simple guide to Social Security survivor benefits that anyone can understand
JAN 13, 2025
A simple guide to Social Security survivor benefits that anyone can understand

Learn more about Social Security survivor benefits, how to apply, and why they are crucial for estate planning. A must-read for financial advisors

By Ramon Berenguer
ETFs post blockbuster year in 2024, says SSGA
INDUSTRY NEWS JAN 10, 2025
ETFs post blockbuster year in 2024, says SSGA

Analysis reveals record annual inflows across multiple categories, though risks may be looming in the year ahead.

By Leo Almazora
Kick-start the new year with these four financial resolution topics
OPINION JAN 10, 2025
Kick-start the new year with these four financial resolution topics

With people looking forward to fresh starts and new goals in 2025, it's a prime opportunity for advisors to share their expertise on some popular themes.

By Kristine McManus
Janney hails 2024 recruitment season with 27 advisor additions
BROKER DEALERS JAN 10, 2025
Janney hails 2024 recruitment season with 27 advisor additions

The broker-dealer giant's new hires last year added more than $4.3 billion in collective client assets to its private client group.

By Leo Almazora
Wealth managers planning to add to ranks in 2025
PRACTICE MANAGEMENT JAN 10, 2025
Wealth managers planning to add to ranks in 2025

America added more jobs than expected in December. Likewise, RIA firms plan to step up hiring in the coming months.

By Gregg Greenberg
Raymond James could be on the hook for $40 million in additional penalties
BROKER DEALERS JAN 10, 2025
Raymond James could be on the hook for $40 million in additional penalties

Company says the latest disclosure is not linked to off-channel communication issues.

By Bruce Kelly
Don't rub SALT cap expansion in US tax system's wounds, urges CRFB
TAX JAN 10, 2025
Don't rub SALT cap expansion in US tax system's wounds, urges CRFB

Analysis warns proposed $20,000 deduction for married couples would only add to projected $3.9 trillion revenue loss, among other consequences.

By Leo Almazora
Dodge & Cox reveals CEO Dana Emery to step down
MUTUAL FUNDS JAN 10, 2025
Dodge & Cox reveals CEO Dana Emery to step down

The mutual fund giant's chair and chief executive is retiring after a lengthy 40-year tenure at the firm.

By Leo Almazora
Wealth Enhancement Group tops $103B in assets with Ohio acquisition
RIAS JAN 10, 2025
Wealth Enhancement Group tops $103B in assets with Ohio acquisition

The RIA colossus adds to its still-growing national footprint with its fourth location in the state.

By Leo Almazora
Captrust welcomes $300M Wealth Covenant Group
RIAS JAN 10, 2025
Captrust welcomes $300M Wealth Covenant Group

The independent wealth titan's latest acquisition in Houston expands its Texas presence into a dozen locations.

By Leo Almazora
Tariffs, tax policies among biggest concerns for mid-market CEOs
INDUSTRY NEWS JAN 10, 2025
Tariffs, tax policies among biggest concerns for mid-market CEOs

Business leaders express are weighing potential financial impact.

By Steve Randall
Man denied chance to find $700M bitcoin fortune tossed in the trash by ex
INDUSTRY NEWS JAN 10, 2025
Man denied chance to find $700M bitcoin fortune tossed in the trash by ex

Claimant wants to excavate a landfill facility to search for hard drive.

By Steve Randall
Bison Wealth takes 'next natural step' to form $3B firm
RIAS JAN 09, 2025
Bison Wealth takes 'next natural step' to form $3B firm

Merger of two operating companies positions the Atlanta-based RIA for its next phase of continued rapid growth.

By Leo Almazora
UBS reportedly close to settling Credit Suisse tax charges with Justice Department
WIREHOUSES JAN 09, 2025
UBS reportedly close to settling Credit Suisse tax charges with Justice Department

The banking giant is set to pay at least a nine-figure sum over collapsed lender's failure to cooperate with efforts to catch tax-evading clients, according to the Wall Street Journal.

By Leo Almazora
Blackstone’s latest fund rakes in cash, sells more than $1B
EQUITIES JAN 09, 2025
Blackstone’s latest fund rakes in cash, sells more than $1B

It’s the second straight year that Blackstone has launched a new fund in the alternative investment space and had a hit right off the bat.

By Bruce Kelly
Cerity Partners gets boost in Boston with Prio Wealth merger
RIAS JAN 09, 2025
Cerity Partners gets boost in Boston with Prio Wealth merger

The independent wealth giant's latest move in New England gives it an additional $4.1 billion in assets along with a "highly credentialed and experienced team."

By Leo Almazora
Over half of advisors warming up to crypto after Trump's election win, finds survey
ALTERNATIVES JAN 09, 2025
Over half of advisors warming up to crypto after Trump's election win, finds survey

With nearly all poll participants fielding questions from curious clients, the percentage of advisors investing in the asset class has doubled from 2023.

By Leo Almazora