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Finra exams show some firms lack mechanisms to detect unsuitable sales
RIAS RIA NEWS OCT 16, 2019
Finra exams show some firms lack mechanisms to detect unsuitable sales

Regulator's reviews also reveal lack of branch office supervision.

By Mark Schoeff Jr.
Charles Schwab slams wealth tax as destroyer of U.S. creativity
RIAS RIA NEWS OCT 16, 2019
Charles Schwab slams wealth tax as destroyer of U.S. creativity

Eliminating commissions is fundamental in getting more people to engage in investing.

By Bloomberg
RIAS RIA NEWS OCT 16, 2019
Fisher client exodus nears $1 billion in backlash over remarks

The Boston Pension Board said Wednesday it is yanking $248 million that is managed by Fisher Investments.

By Bloomberg
How far will LPL move amid an industry price war?
RIAS RIA NEWS OCT 15, 2019
How far will LPL move amid an industry price war?

After Schwab and other brokerages cut some commissions to zero, LPL tells brokers it is 'exploring its options.'

By Bruce Kelly
Head count at Wells Fargo Advisors slips, but exits continue to slow
RIAS RIA NEWS OCT 15, 2019
Head count at Wells Fargo Advisors slips, but exits continue to slow

Meanwhile, the wealth management group sees a decline in assets due to net outflows.

By Bruce Kelly
Wells Fargo takes $1.6B legal charge, dragging 3Q earnings down
RIAS RIA NEWS OCT 15, 2019
Wells Fargo takes $1.6B legal charge, dragging 3Q earnings down

Expense for litigation tied to scandals in Well's retail bank, cuts earnings by 35 cents a share.

By Bloomberg
Fidelity is reviewing its ties with Ken Fisher after his comments at conference
RIAS RIA NEWS OCT 15, 2019
Fidelity is reviewing its ties with Ken Fisher after his comments at conference

Fisher Investments manages about $500 million for Fidelity's Strategic Advisers unit

By Bloomberg
Wells Fargo reps managing $280 million move to Stifel
RIAS RIA NEWS OCT 15, 2019
Wells Fargo reps managing $280 million move to Stifel

Brokers join firm in Macon, Ga., Greensboro, N.C., and Brevard, N.C.

By InvestmentNews
Finra panel orders former broker to pay Raymond James almost $1 million
RIAS RIA NEWS OCT 15, 2019
Finra panel orders former broker to pay Raymond James almost $1 million

Arbitrators determine that John Charles Wyshak must pay cost of indemnifying clients.

By InvestmentNews
Medicare 2020 open enrollment begins Tuesday
RIAS RIA NEWS OCT 15, 2019
Medicare 2020 open enrollment begins Tuesday

Retirees can save money by reviewing new Medicare advantage and drug plan options for next year.

By Mary Beth Franklin
Sell but stay, and watch your business grow
ADVISOR NEWS OPINION OCT 15, 2019
Sell but stay, and watch your business grow

Joining up with an RIA consolidator allows you to spend your energy on the tasks you enjoy.

By Scott Hanson
RIAS RIA NEWS OCT 15, 2019
Wells Fargo takes $1.6B legal charge, dragging 3Q earnings down

Expense for litigation tied to scandals in Well's retail bank, cuts earnings by 35 cents a share.

By Bloomberg
RIAS RIA NEWS OCT 15, 2019
How far will LPL move amid an industry price war?

After Schwab and other brokerages cut some commissions to zero, LPL tells brokers it is 'exploring its options.'

By Bruce Kelly
RIAS RIA NEWS OCT 15, 2019
Wells Fargo reps managing $280 million move to Stifel

Brokers join firm in Macon, Ga., Greensboro, N.C., and Brevard, N.C.

By InvestmentNews
RIAS RIA NEWS OCT 15, 2019
UBS team managing $990 million moves to Raymond James

Four-advisor group in Bethesda, Md., joins firm's employee unit.

By InvestmentNews
RIAS RIA NEWS OCT 15, 2019
Fidelity is reviewing its ties with Ken Fisher after his comments at conference

Fisher Investments manages about $500 million for Fidelity's Strategic Advisers unit

By Bloomberg
Michigan pension fund pulls $600 million from Ken Fisher
RIAS RIA NEWS OCT 14, 2019
Michigan pension fund pulls $600 million from Ken Fisher

Chief investment officer says Fisher's comments at the Tiburon conference were unacceptable

By Bloomberg
Transition from JPMorgan Chase: Adviser Manages $100 Million, Goes Indie with LPL
RIAS RIA NEWS OCT 14, 2019
Transition from JPMorgan Chase: Adviser Manages $100 Million, Goes Indie with LPL

Joseph Mazzucco starts Stonebrook Wealth Management in Purchase, N.Y.

By InvestmentNews
With shares down, Franklin turns to tech to spur growth
RIAS RIA NEWS OCT 14, 2019
With shares down, Franklin turns to tech to spur growth

The company is opening a financial technology incubator next week at its San Mateo, California, headquarters.

By Bloomberg
Texas pulls license of adviser who sold Future Income Payments
RIAS RIA NEWS OCT 14, 2019
Texas pulls license of adviser who sold Future Income Payments

George Marwieh fraudulently sold $5 million of securities, says Texas regulator.

By Bruce Kelly