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SEC orders 9 advisory firms to pay more than $1 million for custody violations
PRACTICE MANAGEMENT SEP 09, 2022
SEC orders 9 advisory firms to pay more than $1 million for custody violations

The firms managed private funds and fell short of custody compliance by failing to give investors audited financial statements about the funds.

By Mark Schoeff Jr.
Finra cuffs another broker-dealer over GPB sales
ALTERNATIVES SEP 09, 2022
Finra cuffs another broker-dealer over GPB sales

The actions outlined in Finra settlement with Sanctuary predate Sanctuary’s acquisition of David A. Noyes, a company spokesperson notes.

By Bruce Kelly
Finra penalizes Long Island B-D $1 million for churning
PRACTICE MANAGEMENT SEP 08, 2022
Finra penalizes Long Island B-D $1 million for churning

Excessive trading in clients' accounts at Joseph Stone Capital occurred from January 2015 to June 2020, according to Finra.

By Bruce Kelly
Smaller RIAs weathered the pandemic better than larger firms, DeVoe reports
RIA NEWS SEP 08, 2022
Smaller RIAs weathered the pandemic better than larger firms, DeVoe reports

The key to success is maintaining employee connections and getting people back to the office.

By Jeff Benjamin
Putnam hires ESG leader from BofA
PRACTICE MANAGEMENT SEP 08, 2022
Putnam hires ESG leader from BofA

Jackie VanderBrug has been appointed Putnam’s head of sustainability strategy, reporting to CEO Robert Reynolds.

By Emile Hallez
CFP Board revokes 7 designations in latest round of sanctions
PRACTICE MANAGEMENT SEP 07, 2022
CFP Board revokes 7 designations in latest round of sanctions

The CFP Board announced public sanctions on 33 individuals Tuesday, including seven who have lost the right to use the CFP designation.

By Ryan W. Neal
Ameriprise terminates adviser in Texas
PRACTICE MANAGEMENT SEP 07, 2022
Ameriprise terminates adviser in Texas

Dusty Sternadel of Wichita Falls was fired for misappropriating funds, according to her BrokerCheck record.

By InvestmentNews
Why doesn’t mentoring seem to work?
PRACTICE MANAGEMENT SEP 06, 2022
Why doesn’t mentoring seem to work?

Employers reflexively promote mentoring to cultivate diverse talent, but metrics have been scarce — until now.

By Joanne Cleaver
Eric Heaton joins Rockefeller to head strategy
PRACTICE MANAGEMENT SEP 06, 2022
Eric Heaton joins Rockefeller to head strategy

The former Morgan Stanley executive will expand the firm's product offerings.

By InvestmentNews
Accusations intensify in Wendy Williams' fight with Wells Fargo
PRACTICE MANAGEMENT SEP 06, 2022
Accusations intensify in Wendy Williams' fight with Wells Fargo

An attorney who formerly represented the TV talk show host claimed that Williams was 'left to die' by her adviser at Wells Fargo and her former business manager.

By Bruce Kelly
How to make the most out of video calls
OPINION SEP 02, 2022
How to make the most out of video calls

If you’re one of the many advisers thinking about making this practice a regular occurrence, make sure the experience is both high quality and compliant.

By John Mackowiak
Overconfident, underinformed Americans prefer amateur advice
PRACTICE MANAGEMENT SEP 02, 2022
Overconfident, underinformed Americans prefer amateur advice

'Moments of truth' can overcome the reluctance of many consumers to approach a financial adviser.

By Joanne Cleaver
5 questions advisers should ask to make SEC audits as seamless as possible
OPINION SEP 01, 2022
5 questions advisers should ask to make SEC audits as seamless as possible

By using a proactive approach, firms not only save time and minimize risk, but they also instill confidence into their team from the top down.

By Jason Vinsonhaler
Schwab creates scholarship for underrepresented CFPs
PRACTICE MANAGEMENT SEP 01, 2022
Schwab creates scholarship for underrepresented CFPs

Up to 16 awards, with up to $10,000 to be awarded per student, will be given each year, CFP Board says.

By InvestmentNews
Finra names Nathaniel Stankard chief of staff for regulatory operations
PRACTICE MANAGEMENT SEP 01, 2022
Finra names Nathaniel Stankard chief of staff for regulatory operations

The executive, who had been senior adviser to Finra CEO Robert Cook, will spearhead regulatory integration.

By InvestmentNews
Goldman, Morgan Stanley move to return employees to office by easing Covid rules
PRACTICE MANAGEMENT AUG 31, 2022
Goldman, Morgan Stanley move to return employees to office by easing Covid rules

The two investment banks both told staff that they will lift some of their remaining Covid-19 mitigation efforts after the Labor Day weekend.

By Bloomberg
Succession planning isn't driving all M&A
OPINION AUG 30, 2022
Succession planning isn't driving all M&A

The economics are attractive right now, and many advisers see a better future for virtually everyone involved if they join forces with a larger firm.

By Scott Hanson
Kovack Advisors pays $900,000 to settle SEC charges over wrap program
PRACTICE MANAGEMENT AUG 30, 2022
Kovack Advisors pays $900,000 to settle SEC charges over wrap program

The agency charged the firm with failing to monitor whether wrap-fee accounts were in the best interests of clients who did little trading.

By Mark Schoeff Jr.
Wealthspire funds four scholarships to encourage CFP diversity
RIA NEWS AUG 30, 2022
Wealthspire funds four scholarships to encourage CFP diversity

The New York-based RIA will provide four awards per year of up to $5,000 per student for individuals pursuing their CFP certification.

By InvestmentNews
Raymond James expands education program with new Tech Savvy track
FINTECH AUG 30, 2022
Raymond James expands education program with new Tech Savvy track

Financial advisers will receive advanced training on integrated practice management platforms.

By Ryan W. Neal