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When it comes to responsible investing, language matters
YOUR PRACTICE OPINION NOV 22, 2023
When it comes to responsible investing, language matters

A recent survey shows clients were more likely to talk to their advisors about 'responsible investing' than 'ESG investing.'

By Kent McClanahan
Consumers like these wealth apps best, J.D. Power says
YOUR PRACTICE FINTECH NOV 21, 2023
Consumers like these wealth apps best, J.D. Power says

On the surface, there isn't much difference, but results people get from planning services can vary wildly.

By Emile Hallez
6 unintended consequences of staying the course 
YOUR PRACTICE OPINION NOV 21, 2023
6 unintended consequences of staying the course 

While it may seem ‘safer’ to stay put, there are risks that many advisors are unaware of.

By Wendy Leung
Finra performance advertising proposal helps it keep pace with SEC marketing rule
YOUR PRACTICE PRACTICE MANAGEMENT NOV 20, 2023
Finra performance advertising proposal helps it keep pace with SEC marketing rule

'There seems to be a little more detail in the Finra rule about the guardrails on the use of the projections,' a compliance lawyer says.

By Mark Schoeff Jr.
Increasing costs hitting financial advice industry 
YOUR PRACTICE BROKER DEALERS NOV 20, 2023
Increasing costs hitting financial advice industry 

Expenses are rising: LPL Financial said in October that its core general and administrative expenses were up 15% year-over-year.

By Bruce Kelly
The curious case of FTX and bitcoin’s surge
YOUR PRACTICE PRACTICE MANAGEMENT NOV 20, 2023
The curious case of FTX and bitcoin’s surge

Many clients will see the legitimization provided by bitcoin ETFs as a reason to ask their advisors why they aren’t benefiting from the price increase.

By InvestmentNews
DAFs are the gift that keeps on giving
YOUR PRACTICE PRACTICE MANAGEMENT NOV 17, 2023
DAFs are the gift that keeps on giving

Donor-advised funds offer many benefits, including tax deductions and the potential for asset growth.

By Josh Welsh
RMD data, Schwab communications roil indie advisors post-TD
YOUR PRACTICE BROKER DEALERS NOV 16, 2023
RMD data, Schwab communications roil indie advisors post-TD

Advisors who custodied at TD Ameritrade are adjusting to life under Schwab.

By Emile Hallez
Managing transformative change: Lessons learned
YOUR PRACTICE OPINION NOV 15, 2023
Managing transformative change: Lessons learned

An Osaic executive provides some suggestions on how best to handle large-scale changes in your business.

By Cindy Hamel
To win business with clients' kids, advisors really have to try
YOUR PRACTICE PRACTICE MANAGEMENT NOV 14, 2023
To win business with clients' kids, advisors really have to try

Most of the time, children don't hire their parents' advisors, but some are more open to it than others.

By Emile Hallez
The latest in financial #AdvisorTech — November 2023
YOUR PRACTICE FINTECH NOV 14, 2023
The latest in financial #AdvisorTech — November 2023

This month’s highlights include Practice Intel’s new ‘growth platform,’ FinanceHQ’s new lead generation platform and RIA startup Farther’s latest funding round.

By Michael Kitces and Ben Henry-Moreland
How advisors can lead with purpose
YOUR PRACTICE PRACTICE MANAGEMENT NOV 13, 2023
How advisors can lead with purpose

Advisors from several firms discussed their approaches to being a purposeful business at a recent webinar

By Josh Welsh
Tech-forward advisors serve clients better: Study
YOUR PRACTICE FINTECH NOV 10, 2023
Tech-forward advisors serve clients better: Study

The combination of technology and the use of financial psychology 'creates better client outcomes,’ eMoney manager says.

By Josh Welsh
Veteran turned advisor embodies spirit of service
YOUR PRACTICE PRACTICE MANAGEMENT NOV 09, 2023
Veteran turned advisor embodies spirit of service

As Veterans Day approaches, InvestmentNews sits down with David Chepauskas, a former artillery officer who’s now a financial advisor.

By Josh Welsh
Advisors hustled to hang onto clients last year: Fidelity
YOUR PRACTICE RIAS NOV 09, 2023
Advisors hustled to hang onto clients last year: Fidelity

'The conversation of the economy being in a recession has led to advisors not feeling stable for quite a while,' one executive says.

By Bruce Kelly
Don't be crippled by 'fear of making a mistake'
YOUR PRACTICE PRACTICE MANAGEMENT NOV 08, 2023
Don't be crippled by 'fear of making a mistake'

Speakers at the InvestmentNews Women Advisor Summit delve into the obstacles that female entrepreneurs and advisors need to overcome.

By Gregg Greenberg
Redefining wealth transfer: Strategies to reach clients’ children
YOUR PRACTICE OPINION NOV 08, 2023
Redefining wealth transfer: Strategies to reach clients’ children

With just 30% of Gen Z investors turning to financial planners for guidance, advisors must refine their approach to emphasize their relevance.

By Dana Rhodes
5 reasons I love this profession
YOUR PRACTICE OPINION NOV 08, 2023
5 reasons I love this profession

What is so incredible about advising is that there is an endless stream of current information we must absorb and navigate.

By Scott Hanson
To connect with clients, embrace the holiday season
YOUR PRACTICE OPINION NOV 07, 2023
To connect with clients, embrace the holiday season

Every party you attend or host and every gift delivered can move your brand forward, strengthening and building relationships.

By Kristine McManus
Maximizing client value: Why firms should upgrade their data aggregation
YOUR PRACTICE OPINION NOV 01, 2023
Maximizing client value: Why firms should upgrade their data aggregation

Harnessing a personalized, data-centric approach has proven effective in helping financial advisors retain clients and drive business growth.

By Paul Camuto