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RIA NEWS FEB 16, 2016
4 adviser recruiting predictions for the year ahead

What the state of adviser recruiting might look like in 2016, from the wirehouses to the independent space

By DSARCH
FINTECH FEB 14, 2016
Embrace the robo-adviser disruption

Advisers that embrace this disruption and offer a wider range of services will thrive and prosper in the digital age.

By MFXFeeder
FINTECH FEB 12, 2016
The coming wave of adviser technology convergence

Advice industry is in the early innings of what promises to be a new period of major technological change.

By Douglas Winter
PRACTICE MANAGEMENT FEB 12, 2016
Sheryl Garrett on the importance of making impartial financial advice accessible to all

How she created a successful hourly financial planning firm for the average person despite early mistakes

By Liz Skinner
From the C Suite with Janney's Timothy Scheve: Patience really is a virtue
PRACTICE MANAGEMENT FEB 12, 2016
From the C Suite with Janney's Timothy Scheve: Patience really is a virtue

Leaders should be good listeners, and once making it to the top, realize they can no longer be friends with anyone.

By Liz Skinner
From the C Suite with Baird's CEO Paul Purcell: Incentivize people and give them space to run
RIA NEWS FEB 12, 2016
From the C Suite with Baird's CEO Paul Purcell: Incentivize people and give them space to run

His mother's early death and a critical illness of his own contributed to Mr. Purcell's view of the world and the way he leads his firm's 3,200 professionals.

By Liz Skinner
INDEPENDENT BROKER DEALERS FEB 11, 2016
Brokers concerned that senior abuse concerns could lead to costly regulation

They agree with intent of possible legislation, but worry about compliance costs.

By Bruce Kelly
EQUITIES FEB 10, 2016
Searching for the perfect investment is counterproductive for clients

The best investments are the options that align with clients' values and goals.

By crichards
PRACTICE MANAGEMENT FEB 10, 2016
Clarify what diversification really means, and why it matters

What to review during your first diversification discussions with clients.

By crichards
PRACTICE MANAGEMENT FEB 09, 2016
SEC to boost Finra oversight as self-regulator takes bigger role in broker exams

Agency to lean more heavily on Finra as SEC shifts some of its own resources toward registered investment advisers.

By Mark Schoeff Jr.
EQUITIES FEB 08, 2016
Wall Street strategists cutting bait on their 2016 market predictions

<i>Breakfast with Benjamin</i> The year is only 39 days old, but top Wall Street strategists have already lost faith in their bullish estimates for the S&amp;P 500.

By Jeff Benjamin
Reach out to clients during volatility or others will
RIA NEWS FEB 08, 2016
Reach out to clients during volatility or others will

Advisers are focusing their energies on managing investment expectations and trying to stifle panic during market gyrations.

By Liz Skinner
PRACTICE MANAGEMENT FEB 08, 2016
You may not be hiring the right position for growth

Having people in place who can handle the extra administrative workload should be a priority.

By Liz Skinner
RIA NEWS FEB 08, 2016
Lessons in leadership for advisers from 'Game of Thrones'

The industry's proverbial war will be won by advisers who understand the power of technology.

By Joe Duran
How to calculate a fair salary for a new hire
PRACTICE MANAGEMENT FEB 08, 2016
How to calculate a fair salary for a new hire

Advisory firms should not rely solely on national averages, but consult with local colleagues to gauge competitive rates.

By Liz Skinner
PRACTICE MANAGEMENT FEB 07, 2016
Industry needs to rid itself of misleading labels

Profound misrepresentation is just one of the many ways the financial services field misleads customers with language.

By David M. Zolt
RIA NEWS FEB 07, 2016
SEC takes steps to avoid Madoff sequel

The regulator must find a way to increase the productivity of its examiners

By MFXFeeder
PRACTICE MANAGEMENT FEB 05, 2016
Finra orders Barclays Capital to pay $13.75M over mutual fund sales

The self-regulatory organization is continuing its recent push to hold broker-dealers accountable for the suitability of product sales.

By Bruce Kelly
Finra sanctions a dozen IBDs $6.7 million for breakpoint snafus
PRACTICE MANAGEMENT FEB 05, 2016
Finra sanctions a dozen IBDs $6.7 million for breakpoint snafus

Finra ordered a dozen firms to pay restitution and fines totaling $6.7 million for failing to give clients discounts for large purchases of unit investment trusts.

By Bruce Kelly
Finra fines six IBDs for failing to give discounts on large REIT sales
INDEPENDENT BROKER DEALERS FEB 05, 2016
Finra fines six IBDs for failing to give discounts on large REIT sales

Fines, levied in July and August, top $500,000; Voya Financial takes biggest hit

By Bruce Kelly