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RIA NEWS JUN 09, 2015
Securities America snags $800 million firm from LPL

BEAM Asset Management brings over 32 advisers and $6.5 million in revenue.

By Mason Braswell
PRACTICE MANAGEMENT JUN 09, 2015
5 ways to prevent acquisition deals from going bad

There are several key variables that will help determine a positive outcome for a purchase or sale.

By Jason Carroll
PRACTICE MANAGEMENT JUN 09, 2015
HighTower drops 'network' and 'alliance' terms

Does away with “Network” and “Alliance” channel descriptors after relatively slow start

By Mason Braswell
Thinking about going independent? How to understand RIA options for your practice
PRACTICE MANAGEMENT JUN 09, 2015
Thinking about going independent? How to understand RIA options for your practice

Here are some things to think about when searching for the right business model for your practice.

By Tom Daley
INDEPENDENT BROKER DEALERS JUN 09, 2015
Cetera factor dampens M&A activity among independent broker-dealers

The ongoing woes of Cetera's parent company, RCS Capital and inflated sale prices expected to deter deals among independent broker-dealers. </br><b><i>(Plus: <a href="//www.investmentnews.com/section/specialreport/20150118/IBDREPORT2015&quot;" target="&quot;_blank&quot;" rel="noopener noreferrer">Don't miss our full 2015 Top IBD special report</a>)</b></i>

By Bruce Kelly
SIFMA proposes own standard for brokers to act in clients' best interests
PRACTICE MANAGEMENT JUN 05, 2015
SIFMA proposes own standard for brokers to act in clients' best interests

Proposal means to counter DOL fiduciary duty with an amended suitability standard.

By Mark Schoeff Jr.
Finra launches ad campaign for BrokerCheck
PRACTICE MANAGEMENT JUN 05, 2015
Finra launches ad campaign for BrokerCheck

Critics say promoting database is worthwhile, but that it doesn't have enough information for investors.

By Mark Schoeff Jr.
PRACTICE MANAGEMENT JUN 05, 2015
Ex-NFL cornerback Will Allen accused of running Ponzi scheme

SEC alleges the NFL vet and his partner used cash from clients to fill a $7M shortfall in investor payments

By Bloomberg
PRACTICE MANAGEMENT JUN 03, 2015
The makeup of independent advisory firms has fundamentally changed

Employee advisers now outnumber firm owners at independent advisory firms &amp;mdash; but warning signs persist.

By Philip Palaveev and Brandon Odell
PRACTICE MANAGEMENT JUN 03, 2015
Jefferies nabs $1 billion Morgan Stanley duo amid growth push

Hires mark a significant addition to the $6 billion wealth unit at the firm, one year after it brought on a former Morgan Stanley exec as CEO.

By Mason Braswell
PRACTICE MANAGEMENT JUN 03, 2015
Raymond James' Elwyn downplays acquisitions

Brokerage isn't plotting its own big buys despite moves by competitors, says president of the firm's employee-adviser channel.

By Mason Braswell
Adviser ordered to pay more than $1 million in SEC fraud cases
PRACTICE MANAGEMENT JUN 03, 2015
Adviser ordered to pay more than $1 million in SEC fraud cases

Sage Advisory Group principal Benjamin Lee Grant agrees to permanent bar.

By Alessandra Malito
Making the most of Facebook for your advisory practice
OPINION JUN 03, 2015
Making the most of Facebook for your advisory practice

Establishing your presence on the site is the first step in making the platform work for you.

By Kristin Andree
PRACTICE MANAGEMENT JUN 02, 2015
Don't overlook your male clients

Some things to consider when working with men because assuming your male clients are knowledgeable and skilled in money management and investing could be wrong.

By Kathleen Burns Kingsbury
PRACTICE MANAGEMENT JUN 02, 2015
How accurate are economic reports?

U.S. government data are probably not manipulated, despite market participants' suspicions.

By Maury Harris
RIA NEWS JUN 02, 2015
The top RIAs pose strong competition to large brokerages

The top of <i>InvestmentNews'</i> annual ranking of fee-only RIAs features traditional firms that collectively pose a threat to the largest brokerages.</br><b><i>(Plus: <a href=&quot;http://www.investmentnews.com/section/specialreport/20150531/RIA201505&quot; target=&quot;_blank&quot;>Our full RIA Rundown 2015 special report</a>)</b></i>

By Mason Braswell
More than ever, advisers make a splash with social media
FINTECH JUN 02, 2015
More than ever, advisers make a splash with social media

Use of LinkedIn, Facebook and Twitter all up significantly, surveys show

By Alessandra Malito
PRACTICE MANAGEMENT JUN 02, 2015
4 ways to strengthen relationships with affluent women investors

The advice industry has made great progress but there are always opportunities for improvement. It's about dialogue, ongoing conversation and listening.

By Nancy Schulman
American Pharoah's Triple Crown chances aside, most racehorses consume more than they pay out
ALTERNATIVES JUN 01, 2015
American Pharoah's Triple Crown chances aside, most racehorses consume more than they pay out

Most advisers tell clients to think of horse racing as an expensive hobby, not a business venture.

By Liz Skinner
Finra wants to allow online CE training
PRACTICE MANAGEMENT JUN 01, 2015
Finra wants to allow online CE training

Brokers would be able to conduct continuing education online rather than having to go to a test center.

By Mark Schoeff Jr.