Practice Management

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PRACTICE MANAGEMENT AUG 25, 2013
Investors want advice to be comprehensive

Designations are important, as is knowledge of investing, taxes, insurance.

By Mark Schoeff Jr.
PRACTICE MANAGEMENT AUG 22, 2013
SEC, NASAA warn investors to be wary of financial planning titles

The SEC and NASAA are warning investors to be wary of financial planning titles. The joint bulletin focuses on two key issues.

By Michael Shagrin
PRACTICE MANAGEMENT AUG 22, 2013
Marketing chief Asnes leaves Envestnet, launches own firm

New venture to focus on strategic messaging, content generation, marketing.

By Darla Mercado
FINTECH AUG 22, 2013
Don't wait for Washington — jump in to social media

Expert suggests advisers build presence on the web immediately to reach clients and prospects.

By Liz Skinner
PRACTICE MANAGEMENT AUG 22, 2013
Liar, liar

Many clients admit they intentionally keep information from their advisers.

By John Goff
PRACTICE MANAGEMENT AUG 22, 2013
CFP Board to scold former chairman over pay disclosure

Former CFP Board chairman Alan Goldfarb says he'll be getting a public scolding for his pay disclosure and argues the board didn't give him impartial treatment. <a href=&quot;http://www.investmentnews.com/article/20121102/FREE/121109991&quot;>How it all started</a>

By DJAMIESON
PRACTICE MANAGEMENT AUG 21, 2013
Training new advisers by osmosis

Attending 1,000 client meetings is how one firm teaches its next generation advisers.

By Liz Skinner
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
PRACTICE MANAGEMENT AUG 21, 2013
Focus adds $2.2 billion RIA Telemus

Latest deal increases roster of partner firms to 27

By DJAMIESON
PRACTICE MANAGEMENT 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&amp;P 500 sank.

By Michael Shagrin