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OPINION OCT 23, 2013
Screen-sharing tools improve communication

By dobrien
OPINION OCT 20, 2013
How to build the perfect niche

For a niche market, you're searching for something more than merely any individual with X number of assets. You're looking for a segment that is receptive to a tailored marketing and advising approach that both educates and meets the needs of the individuals.

By Scott Hanson
OPINION OCT 20, 2013
Choosing your broker-dealer wisely

It isn't about which broker-dealer is 'best,' but rather which is the best match for an adviser's business.

By Jodie Papike
OPINION OCT 16, 2013
Advisory industry shines, but there's work ahead

By MFXFeeder
OPINION OCT 11, 2013
Getting real on a 'fee-only' definition

A convoluted and rigid definition runs risk of leaving consumers even more confused.

By MFXFeeder
OPINION OCT 08, 2013
John Hussman: Market valuations are 'obscene'

Stocks could lose 40% to 50% of value over next few years, analyst says

By John P. Hussman
OPINION SEP 29, 2013
Considering money market reforms

By MFXFeeder
OPINION SEP 24, 2013
Adopting ESG factors to improve returns, reduce risk

How traditional investment managers are looking at environmental, social and governance practices to identify top-performing companies

By By Emily Bannister and John LaPann
OPINION SEP 11, 2013
Are your assets protected from the next Hurricane Sandy?

With hurricane season upon us once again, now is the time to make sure you are prepared

By Andrew Ahrens
OPINION SEP 11, 2013
On a Day of Mourning, We All Can Use a Laugh

By Danny Sarch
OPINION SEP 08, 2013
Mutual funds' duty to investors

The mutual fund industry must continue to build upon the framework of accountability to our investors

By Paul Schott Stevens
OPINION SEP 05, 2013
Social Security spousal benefits don't earn delayed retirement credits

By Mary Beth Franklin
OPINION AUG 25, 2013
Time to dust off your continuity plan

The time to check your business continuity plan isn't when it needs to be implemented, but when things are calm. Like now.

By MFXFeeder
OPINION AUG 05, 2013
The next ETF juggernaut?

With 15 ETFs in the pipeline, Fidelity is poised to take on Pimco and Vanguard.

By Gregory Crawford
OPINION AUG 04, 2013
Keep an eye on that sales assistant

By Gregory Crawford
OPINION JUL 28, 2013
A disturbing portrait of the industry

By MFXFeeder
OPINION JUL 28, 2013
Prepare for the dreaded drawdown

Take steps now to soften the impact on your bottom line as your boomer clients spend their assets.

By Matt Matrisian
OPINION JUL 23, 2013
White needs to tackle the tough stuff

By MFXFeeder
OPINION JUL 18, 2013
Finra rule change increases transparency

By MFXFeeder
Jim Pavia: My last column for InvestmentNews
OPINION JUL 14, 2013
Jim Pavia: My last column for InvestmentNews

After a decade-long run, it's time to go

By Jim Pavia