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Client onboarding presents a critical first impression
ADVISOR NEWS FINTECH MAR 25, 2019
Client onboarding presents a critical first impression

The trick is finding the balance of smooth automation combined with the human touch

By Jeff Benjamin
Warren, Brown ask regulators to oust Wells Fargo CEO Sloan
RIAS PRACTICE MANAGEMENT MAR 22, 2019
Warren, Brown ask regulators to oust Wells Fargo CEO Sloan

The two senators call on the Office of the Comptroller of the Currency and the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau to remove Sloan from the bank's top job

By Bloomberg
Has the quarterly client newsletter become old news?
RIAS RIA NEWS MAR 22, 2019
Has the quarterly client newsletter become old news?

Some advisers still crank out quarterly newsletters for clients, while critics say the effort just lines the bottom of bird cages.

By Jeff Benjamin
Wells Fargo could be putting more of its focus on wealth management
RIAS PRACTICE MANAGEMENT MAR 20, 2019
Wells Fargo could be putting more of its focus on wealth management

Speculation is mounting that the bank is dumping some lines of business to focus on just a few areas, including financial advice.

By Bruce Kelly
Growth is a must, but watch out for the trap
ADVISOR NEWS OPINION MAR 19, 2019
Growth is a must, but watch out for the trap

In our rapidly evolving world, what was good enough for a business yesterday is not good enough today.

By Joe Duran
Succession plan success story
RIAS RIA NEWS MAR 19, 2019
Succession plan success story

When the need arose, Tobias Financial was able to trigger the plan that it had put in place a few years early.

By Jeff Benjamin
5 building blocks to becoming a successful buyer
RIAS RIA NEWS MAR 19, 2019
5 building blocks to becoming a successful buyer

RIA sellers want a buyer that has a brand and vision that align with their own, as well as a strategy to integrate and grow the business.

By Michael DeSola and Matt Sonnen
Starting a new advisory firm: Selecting technology
ADVISOR NEWS FINTECH MAR 19, 2019
Starting a new advisory firm: Selecting technology

Scott Hanson started a firm in 1993. Here's how he'd build one in 2019.

By Scott Hanson
Financial literacy could make advice more accessible to women of color
RIAS PRACTICE MANAGEMENT MAR 18, 2019
Financial literacy could make advice more accessible to women of color

Industry leaders share their ideas at <i>InvestmentNews</i> Women to Watch think tank .

By Ryan W. Neal
When it comes to diversity and inclusion, strategies are better than intentions
RIAS PRACTICE MANAGEMENT MAR 16, 2019
When it comes to diversity and inclusion, strategies are better than intentions

Unlocking the benefits starts with leaders adopting an inclusive mindset.

By Sheri B. Hawkins
LPL's record recruiting year came with a cost — signing bonuses skyrocketed in 2018
ADVISOR NEWS INDEPENDENT BROKER DEALERS MAR 15, 2019
LPL's record recruiting year came with a cost — signing bonuses skyrocketed in 2018

The independent broker-dealer had $233.3 million in recruiting loans on its books, a 46% increase over 2017.

By Bruce Kelly
Independent advisory firms plan to increase digital marketing budgets this year
ADVISOR NEWS FINTECH MAR 15, 2019
Independent advisory firms plan to increase digital marketing budgets this year

Only 29% of firms currently use digital marketing solutions, but many intend to spend more.

By Ellie Zhu
Investment bank launches digital loan platform for advisers
RIAS RIA NEWS MAR 14, 2019
Investment bank launches digital loan platform for advisers

SkyView Partners says 16 banks currently have access to online marketplace.

By InvestmentNews
Wells Fargo CEO Tim Sloan gets 5.7 percent pay boost, $2 million bonus
RIAS PRACTICE MANAGEMENT MAR 14, 2019
Wells Fargo CEO Tim Sloan gets 5.7 percent pay boost, $2 million bonus

He received $2.4 million in salary and $14 million of restricted stock linked to performance goals.

By Bloomberg
How to achieve a client-centric practice
ADVISOR NEWS OPINION MAR 13, 2019
How to achieve a client-centric practice

Advisers can deliver unparalleled value by delivering solid financial advice in a trusted human relationship through a highly personalized experience

By Ken Cella
Starting a new advisory firm: How to outsource and structure your practice
ADVISOR NEWS OPINION MAR 12, 2019
Starting a new advisory firm: How to outsource and structure your practice

Scott Hanson started a firm in 1993. Here's how he'd build one in 2019.

By Scott Hanson
Future of advice is wealth planning across the household
RIAS RIA NEWS MAR 11, 2019
Future of advice is wealth planning across the household

MMI report: Advisers will need tech to manage all client accounts together as one.

By Ryan W. Neal
Wells Fargo Advisors sweetens the pot for both older and younger advisers
RIAS PRACTICE MANAGEMENT MAR 11, 2019
Wells Fargo Advisors sweetens the pot for both older and younger advisers

Under the changes, retiring reps get a 25% bonus and younger advisers get help acquiring the business of those leaving the firm.

By Bruce Kelly
Boost your reputation with content marketing
RIAS PRACTICE MANAGEMENT MAR 11, 2019
Boost your reputation with content marketing

To choose a project, look at such factors as the market you're targeting and your expertise.

By Sheryl Rowling
Advisers can beat out firms like Fidelity with this marketing approach
RIAS PRACTICE MANAGEMENT MAR 08, 2019
Advisers can beat out firms like Fidelity with this marketing approach

Planners can't compete on ad spending but local Google Search results can be even more beneficial to business development.

By Ryan W. Neal