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EMERGING MARKETS JUN 25, 2014
Deflation: We fear you not

Why deflation is misunderstood, and differentiating between good and bad deflation is key.

By Jeffrey Cleveland
FINTECH JUN 25, 2014
Don't pay to be No. 1 on Google. Follow these steps to climb search result ranks

Unique, authentic, high quality content from you as the author is your best opportunity for getting found by the right potential prospects on Google.

By Stephanie Sammons
RIA NEWS JUN 25, 2014
Schwab, Merrill and Wells find unity on impact investing

At a Washington conference for fund managers, executives from the rival firms agree on what the investors of the future want.

By Trevor Hunnicutt
PRACTICE MANAGEMENT JUN 24, 2014
3 lessons in team building advisers can learn from the San Antonio Spurs

By Brad Johnson
Envestnet to acquire Placemark Holdings
FINTECH JUN 24, 2014
Envestnet to acquire Placemark Holdings

The acquisition is aimed at bolstering the firm's market presence in unified managed account services.

By Alessandra Malito
RIA NEWS JUN 24, 2014
TD Ameritrade, Schwab put third-party exams on lawmakers' radar

Without outright endorsing the idea, executives say outside contractors should be considered as a way to increase oversight of RIAs.

By Mark Schoeff Jr.
RETIREMENT PLANNING JUN 24, 2014
Morningstar-HelloWallet deal ups the ante for financial wellness services

Viewing workers' retirement savings in the context of their full financial picture may be the next frontier for retirement plan services.

By Darla Mercado
RIA NEWS JUN 24, 2014
SEC exam director warns advisers about use of alternative mutual funds

Noting surge in inflows, Bowden calls the funds 'bright, shiny objects' with sharp edges.

By Mark Schoeff Jr.
REGULATION AND LEGISLATION JUN 24, 2014
PIABA seeks more Capitol Hill influence in 2014

Lawyers plan to lobby Congress to curb mandatory arbitration and regulators' readiness to clear brokers' names.

By Mark Schoeff Jr.
Charitable giving bolstered by improving economy
RIA NEWS JUN 23, 2014
Charitable giving bolstered by improving economy

Schwab finds individuals granted out more this year as stocks soared and tax changes hit home.

By Alessandra Malito
RETIREMENT PLANNING JUN 23, 2014
Putnam's Reynolds to Congress: To grow the economy, help boost savings

Study tied to preserving tax incentives for 401(k) plans.

By Mark Schoeff Jr.
RETIREMENT PLANNING JUN 23, 2014
More millionaires than ever in 2013

Surging equity markets and improving economies contributed to double-digit growth in both population and wealth levels.

By Minda Smiley
RETIREMENT PLANNING JUN 23, 2014
Ways and Means to vote on extending deduction for IRA charitable contributions

One of several tax extenders the committee will take up Thursday.

By Mark Schoeff Jr.
RIA NEWS JUN 23, 2014
Schorsch REIT to sell shopping center portfolio to Blackstone

$1.975B sale will pay for land under 500 Red Lobster restaurants

By Bruce Kelly
RETIREMENT PLANNING JUN 23, 2014
“Top 40” host Casey Kasem's disappearance holds lessons for advisers

“American Top 40” host Casey Kasem's disappearance has been resolved, but advisers have plenty to learn from the bitter family feud that's emerged over the radio legend's care in old age.

By Darla Mercado
PRACTICE MANAGEMENT JUN 23, 2014
Wall Street traders' bonuses falling as asset managers get more

Wall Street's bonus pool may rise as much as 10% this year for asset managers while fixed- income traders could see a 15% cut, according to compensation consultant Johnson Associates Inc.

By Matt Ackermann
IRA ALERT JUN 23, 2014
Using an IRA like a bank is risky

Tapping accounts for short-term financing can be costly if funds aren't replaced within 60 days

By Ed Slott
PRACTICE MANAGEMENT JUN 23, 2014
Firms use looming bonus disclosure rule to turn up the heat on recruits

Some branch managers are telling prospects that they should consider moving now before Finra's looming bonus disclosure rule goes into effect.

By Mason Braswell
INDEPENDENT BROKER DEALERS JUN 23, 2014
Sterne Agee Group in deal to acquire midsize independent broker-dealer WRP Investments

Match 'made in heaven' says president of WRP, which has 350 reps and had $48 million in gross revenue in '13.

By Bruce Kelly
RIA NEWS JUN 23, 2014
The secret to deepening relationships with top clients

Make this five-step process a part of your practice and you will connect better with valued clients and their family members.

By Mark Singer