Sterne Agee fired James Holbrook, Jr. in May 2014 for allegedly misusing company assets and spending lavishly on perks.
If investors are frustrated now, just wait until the Trump DOL comes out with an overhaul of the rule later this year.
Commission seeks public comment on investment-advice standards; move suggests more coordination with Labor Department on fiduciary rule.
The firm will pilot the program with 500 advisers in July and expects to roll it out to all of them by year-end.
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The win could provide fodder in other legal defenses, and supports the contention that comparing fund costs to Vanguard doesn't always provide an accurate barometer.
If you are a wirehouse adviser who has counted a giant recruiting package as part of your net worth, you need to recalculate.
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Vanguard Personal Advisor Services has quietly amassed over $65 billion in assets under management in two short years.
Report predicts 7 million holders of retirement accounts could lose investment advice.
Agency says firm and its CEO failed to disclose fees.
By monitoring where your clients fall on the scale of incremental income level risks, you can help them reduce their taxes by carefully choosing the sources used to meet their cash-flow needs.
While non-traditional asset classes held in individual retirement accounts may have return and portfolio diversification benefits, there are "unique complexities" that limit their value for most investors.
Though his decision not to delay the June 9 applicability date of the rule might seem like a blow to opponents, Mr. Acosta made it evident that revising the measure is the endgame.
You have to identify your target market, locate potential customers in your target market, find ways to attract or get in front of them.
Wirehouse is seen as trying to shore up adviser ranks that took a hit after banking scandal
Firm will pay $650,000 for suitability, compliance and books and records violations.
Shortfall driven by longer life spans and disappointing investment returns.
Edward Jones and Wells Fargo invest in tech start-ups to find technology before competitors.
