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Mixing fiduciary and nonfiduciary standards can be counterproductive
OPINION OCT 03, 2019
Mixing fiduciary and nonfiduciary standards can be counterproductive

Studies say Reg BI exacerbates the blurred lines between sales and professional advice.

By Blaine F. Aikin
We'll just keep the wolf; hold the sheep's clothing
OPINION OCT 03, 2019
We'll just keep the wolf; hold the sheep's clothing

The SEC offers no evidence investors will benefit from Reg BI beyond vague, unsupported assertions

By Brian Hamburger
Don't dismiss clients' woes just because they're rich
OPINION OCT 03, 2019
Don't dismiss clients' woes just because they're rich

Public hatred of the wealthy is one of the last bastions of acceptable prejudice

By Sarah Newcomb
Investigation into 403(b) costs, sales could be an A+ for teachers
OPINION OCT 03, 2019
Investigation into 403(b) costs, sales could be an A+ for teachers

The Wild, Wild West of retirement savings desperately needs reform.

By Greg Iacurci
OPINION OCT 03, 2019
We'll just keep the wolf; hold the sheep's clothing

The SEC offers no evidence investors will benefit from Reg BI beyond vague, unsupported assertions

By Brian Hamburger
OPINION OCT 03, 2019
Enhanced Performance Metrics for RIAs: A Comprehensive Guide

Hindsight is 20/20, but it doesn't tell you much about the future

By Anand Sekhar
Passive investing hasn't taken over the world
OPINION OCT 01, 2019
Passive investing hasn't taken over the world

Mutual funds and ETFs have a high public profile, but they are only a small part of the investing universe.

By Barry Ritholtz
Taxes are one thing – not the 'only' thing
OPINION SEP 27, 2019
Taxes are one thing – not the 'only' thing

Focus on after-tax returns and take advantage of tax-efficient structures when available.

By Aaron Hodari
OPINION SEP 26, 2019
4 ways to build a team that believes in making an impact

Establishing an impact-driven culture creates more room for individual and team fulfillment

By Ron Carson
How financial advisers can serve the gig economy
OPINION SEP 25, 2019
How financial advisers can serve the gig economy

A 'financial wellness adviser' would be better suited to the needs of independent workers.

By Blaine F. Aikin
Gut check your digital leadership toolbox
OPINION SEP 19, 2019
Gut check your digital leadership toolbox

A true leader recognizes a company's current reality before moving towards more digital solutions.

By Steve Gresham
Closing the gap between perception and reality in financial planning
OPINION SEP 19, 2019
Closing the gap between perception and reality in financial planning

Advisers are seeking the "next best action" to solve a client's financial needs in real time.

By Jack Sharry
Don't fear millennials
OPINION SEP 18, 2019
Don't fear millennials

HENRYs who carry debt will probably become your best clients

By Lindsay Faussone
Investment management outsourcing delivers greater client-service impact
OPINION SEP 12, 2019
Investment management outsourcing delivers greater client-service impact

Outsourcing investor management helps advisers to deliver a stronger, more holistic service.

By Matt Matrisian
3 mistakes advisers make about high-net-worth women
OPINION SEP 11, 2019
3 mistakes advisers make about high-net-worth women

The industry has served executive women based on outdated assumptions about their goals, risk appetite and investment aptitude

By Laura Hanichak Gregg
The threat posed by state fiduciary rules
OPINION SEP 10, 2019
The threat posed by state fiduciary rules

A state-by-state approach to fiduciary standards would create a confusing and counterproductive regulatory patchwork that would impede advisers' ability to provide guidance.

By Dale Brown
Why is adviser compensation flat?
OPINION SEP 05, 2019
Why is adviser compensation flat?

Firms are not only growing, they are growing up and investing in the development of human capital.

By Brandon Odell
The path to success? It's all about client relationships
OPINION SEP 05, 2019
The path to success? It's all about client relationships

It takes time for young advisers to build their relationship skills — but training can help.

By Joni Youngwirth
Testing the breakaway waters
OPINION SEP 04, 2019
Testing the breakaway waters

Four questions for advisers contemplating a move.

By Paul Simons
When your growth stalls
OPINION SEP 04, 2019
When your growth stalls

Schedule business development the way you would any important undertaking

By Scott Hanson