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How is a household like a hedge fund?

While hedge funds are aware of how leverage and low liquidity can pull them into deep markets, advisers need to keep in mind how this risk dynamic can play out within households.

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Morgan Stanley CEO hints at job cuts

The firm is assessing its head count, CEO James Gorman suggested on an earnings conference call.

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Prospera Financial names Tarah Williams president

Williams, who will continue as chief operating officer, assumes the presidency from David Stringer.

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The road to loyalty is paved with exceptional customer experiences

Go beyond customer satisfaction — satisfied customers don't drive ROI and profitability the way that a raving fan does.

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Reimagining wealth through my mother’s eyes

Many Hispanics are choosing to start their own businesses, and financial advisers can help those business owners realize their goals.

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Advice industry tilts toward model portfolios as surest path to building scale

Client-level investment management is gradually going the way of white tennis balls as asset management becomes increasingly commoditized.

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Diverse voices drive employees’ engagement with financial benefits – and beyond

People are more likely to listen to messages delivered by those who appear to share their identities

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Here’s why organic growth still drives the advice industry

While there are techniques galore for recruiting new clients, it all comes down to hustle and hard work.

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Rising interest rates make cash management fun again

Financial advisers are adding value by finding higher yields for clients' cash balances.

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Schwab loses adviser fintech leader Jon Patullo to Apex

At TD Ameritrade, Patullo oversaw the strategic direction of adviser-facing technology and spearheaded the open-architecture approach to third-party integrations.

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A marketing conundrum

Hitting the sweet spot between taking advantage of new marketing opportunities and staying in compliance with the SEC marketing rule will be a big challenge for advisers.

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The ‘best’ way to pay for advice

An adviser who’s honest and transparent about compensation, regardless of the model, is bound to engender the trust that advice seekers want most of all.

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State regulators look to keep pace with SEC marketing rule

The North American Securities Administrators Association is working on a model rule that 'mirrors' the SEC regulation.

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Turning an ESG Conversation into E, S & G Conversations

As responsible investing continues to increase in popularity, focusing on specific E, S and G elements rather than ESG as a category may allow advisors to better serve clients.

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Closing the gap: New network sees potential in client care circles

Collaboration between complementary professionals is a missing link for many clients, who are expected to patch advice from various professionals into a comprehensive plan.

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5 client personas advisers need to know to build wallet share

It's important for advisers to understand how the emotions of clients can dictate whether and when they'll give you more assets to manage.

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Finra slaps UBS with $2.5 million fine over short-selling violations

It's the second time in as many weeks that Finra has penalized a firm for such trading problems.

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Savant Wealth Management acquires two Iowa-based financial firms

The deals push Savant's assets to $12.4 billion while moving it forward on its five-year growth plan.

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Concourse Financial names David Perry CEO

Perry, who most recently served as the firm's chief operating officer, succeeds Doyle Williams, who is returning to parent company Protective Life.

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Mercer Global Advisors adds $1 billion with deal for Goldstein Munger

The San Ramon, California-based family office has a history dating back to 1979.