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FINTECH AUG 21, 2013
MoneyGuidePro takes automating financial plans one step forward

Tool allows advisers to connect the dots between plan an action item.

By Michael Shagrin
RIA NEWS AUG 21, 2013
Focus adds $2.2 billion RIA Telemus

Latest deal increases roster of partner firms to 27

By DJAMIESON
RIA NEWS AUG 20, 2013
LPL has solid second quarter but recruiting still sluggish

LPL enjoyed a solid financial quarter, but their adviser recruiting remained sluggish. Is there an end in sight for this slowdown?

By Bruce Kelly
FINTECH AUG 19, 2013
Digital Fortress platform can save advisers time and money

Peak Advisor's virtual coaching, Faulkner's marketing tools teamed in Digital Fortress

By Michael Shagrin
PRACTICE MANAGEMENT AUG 18, 2013
Worrisome sign? Few planning majors take CFP exam

Some say schools need to do more to encourage students to get the certification.

By Mark Schoeff Jr.
PRACTICE MANAGEMENT AUG 14, 2013
Women-friendly, with the seal to prove it

New award designates advisers and firms as trusted sources for women.

By Liz Skinner
INDEPENDENT BROKER DEALERS AUG 14, 2013
Raymond James snags four industry bigs in RIA push

New hires to serve as regional directors; firm plans big advertising push.

By DJAMIESON
PRACTICE MANAGEMENT AUG 14, 2013
If you can't afford to buy talent, train your own

Capstone is investing in its future by bringing 40 young advisers under its wing.

By Liz Skinner
RETIREMENT PLANNING AUG 14, 2013
'Friendly' trust services encourage retention over generations

Predictable client base can increase the price tag of your practice.

By CNELSON
PRACTICE MANAGEMENT AUG 12, 2013
Staycation? Advisers log in when they're off so they can chill out

Contacting clients, keeping up with news are top jobs on vacation.

By Liz Skinner
PRACTICE MANAGEMENT AUG 11, 2013
Finra board member downplays scandal

By DJAMIESON
Athletes finish out of the money
PRACTICE MANAGEMENT AUG 11, 2013
Athletes finish out of the money

From NFL star Terrell Owens to boxing legend Mike Tyson, too many professional athletes have gone from sudden wealth to financial ruin in a flash. What can advisers do to help protect sports stars and their assets?

By Andrew Osterland
PRACTICE MANAGEMENT AUG 11, 2013
Suit alleges Ponzi scammed investors out of $300M

Money manager claimed 432% returns while S&P 500 sank.

By Michael Shagrin
PRACTICE MANAGEMENT AUG 09, 2013
UBS charging clients fees to create financial plans

By AOSTERLAND
PRACTICE MANAGEMENT AUG 08, 2013
Build career expectations into recruitment

To bring on the right people, make sure their characteristics and goals match your firm's DNA.

By Cecile V. Munoz
PRACTICE MANAGEMENT AUG 07, 2013
Address the elephant in the room

Talk about your fees with clients, and the value you provide in return.

By CNELSON
RIA NEWS AUG 07, 2013
Carson acquires $218M AUM hybrid

Carson Wealth Management acquired a hybrid advisory firm today and plans to buy a bunch more--up to eight--by the end of the year. What's CEO Ron Carson up to? Bruce Kelly has the story.

By Bruce Kelly
PRACTICE MANAGEMENT JUL 31, 2013
SEC's Aguilar: custody rules won't burden brokers

New regulations for brokers who control their clients' cash will go a long way toward preventing another client rip-off like the Bernard Madoff Ponzi scheme, the SEC commissioner said.

By Mark Schoeff Jr.
PRACTICE MANAGEMENT JUL 31, 2013
Same-sex couples to get estate taxes back

In New York, Gov. Cuomo announces opportunity to file for refunds.

By Darla Mercado
RIA NEWS JUL 29, 2013
Leitz elected NAPFA national chair

Colorado-based adviser seeks to make the organization a home for brokers moving to RIA.

By Mark Schoeff Jr.