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Cetera's Durbin says IPO clock has yet to tick
RIA NEWS APR 30, 2024
Cetera's Durbin says IPO clock has yet to tick

"Every private equity deal we have seen in the brokerage industry has lasted five to seven years," one executive said.

By Bruce Kelly
Seven-tenths of aspiring homeowners are waiting for the Fed’s cue, says BMO
RETIREMENT PLANNING APR 30, 2024
Seven-tenths of aspiring homeowners are waiting for the Fed’s cue, says BMO

Poll of US adults finds nearly a third dipping into 401(k) retirement plans as cost-of-living concerns and other stressors pile up.

By Leo Almazora
Here’s why end-to-end technology is vital for advisors 
OPINION APR 29, 2024
Here’s why end-to-end technology is vital for advisors 

Being an effective financial coach depends on providing a unified digital experience.

By Molly Weiss
Majority of women agree a retirement storm is brewing
RETIREMENT PLANNING APR 29, 2024
Majority of women agree a retirement storm is brewing

Faced with rising living costs and debt, majority of women call for immediate action on Social Security and pension plans.

By Leo Almazora
Finra bars ex-Wells Fargo broker firm accused of theft  
INDEPENDENT BROKER DEALERS APR 29, 2024
Finra bars ex-Wells Fargo broker firm accused of theft  

“We’ve done scores of theft cases over the years and it’s a cancer," said one attorney.

By Bruce Kelly
Tech-focused wealth firms win on multiple counts, says Fidelity
FINTECH APR 29, 2024
Tech-focused wealth firms win on multiple counts, says Fidelity

Survey of more than 400 advisors reveals impact of technology on client growth, AUM expansion, and service delivery.

By Leo Almazora
LPL lands $860M whale from Lincoln
INDEPENDENT BROKER DEALERS APR 29, 2024
LPL lands $860M whale from Lincoln

The broker-dealer giant is expanding its profile in Texas with a holistic planning firm working with multigenerational clients.

By Leo Almazora
Set solid expectations and boundaries with new clients
OPINION APR 26, 2024
Set solid expectations and boundaries with new clients

Taking the time to manage expectations and educate the client from day one will pave the way for better outcomes.

By Scott Hanson
MyVest announces tax-aware portfolio transition upgrades
FINTECH APR 26, 2024
MyVest announces tax-aware portfolio transition upgrades

The fintech firm’s latest update simplifies processes for legacy portfolios, with features for tax-efficient transition management.

By Leo Almazora
Most workers, retirees have retirement income confidence
RETIREMENT PLANNING APR 26, 2024
Most workers, retirees have retirement income confidence

New EBRI research sheds fresh light on sentiments around inflation, Social Security benefits, and use of guaranteed income products.

By Leo Almazora
Tech-heavy advisor practices have a performance edge: Cerulli
FINTECH APR 25, 2024
Tech-heavy advisor practices have a performance edge: Cerulli

Survey research finds heavy users tend to grow faster as advisors report greater operational efficiency and productivity in serving clients.

By Leo Almazora
Trust & Will forges strategic partnership with LPL
FINTECH APR 25, 2024
Trust & Will forges strategic partnership with LPL

The digital estate planning platform is set to triple its reach as it rolls out across LPL’s network of more than 22,000 advisors.

By Leo Almazora
Raymond James' CEO shrugs off DOL rule
INDEPENDENT BROKER DEALERS APR 25, 2024
Raymond James' CEO shrugs off DOL rule

"It doesn't look too problematic at all," Paul Reilly said.

By Bruce Kelly
LPL welcomes $190M boomerang advisor
INDEPENDENT BROKER DEALERS APR 25, 2024
LPL welcomes $190M boomerang advisor

The broker-dealer broadened its advisory footprint in North Carolina as industry veteran returns from Benjamin F. Edwards & Co.

By Leo Almazora
Retirement confidence flagging for most older US adults: AARP
RETIREMENT PLANNING APR 25, 2024
Retirement confidence flagging for most older US adults: AARP

Survey finds one-fifth of US adults aged 50 and over have no retirement savings, and three-fifths concerned they’ll outlive their nest eggs.

By Leo Almazora
GTCR set to snap up AssetMark
TAMPS APR 25, 2024
GTCR set to snap up AssetMark

The private equity firm unveiled plans to take the TAMP provider private, valuing the company at $2.7B.

By Leo Almazora
Wealth firms must prepare for demise of non-competes, despite legal challenges to FTC rule
COMPLIANCE APR 24, 2024
Wealth firms must prepare for demise of non-competes, despite legal challenges to FTC rule

A growing sentiment against restricting employee moves could affect non-solicitation, too.

By Mark Schoeff Jr.
Tech firm Vanilla sweetens its estate planning platform
FINTECH APR 24, 2024
Tech firm Vanilla sweetens its estate planning platform

The platform's document builder module now allows clients to connect directly with legal eagles and obtain vital powers of attorney.

By Leo Almazora
New DOL rule no big deal, says Stifel's Kruszewski
INDEPENDENT BROKER DEALERS APR 24, 2024
New DOL rule no big deal, says Stifel's Kruszewski

"It appears to be less restrictive than what was proposed," says CEO.

By Bruce Kelly
Tifin taps another LPL leadership alum to its C-suite
FINTECH APR 24, 2024
Tifin taps another LPL leadership alum to its C-suite

The leading AI and wealth technology provider has announced Jeannette Kuda as its new chief operating officer.

By Leo Almazora