Consolidator could add $6.4 billion in assets at a cost of about $70 million.
Popular radio show host changed his referral program due to 'perceived' regulatory risk among advisers.
Regardless of whether the fiduciary rule is ultimately repealed, advisers say it is becoming more popular among consumers.
Robo adviser's president Eli Broverman departs to build new firms
Minneapolis-based RIA manages $515 million in assets.
The commission's March 30 opinion clears the way for Ms. Bennett to move forward with her federal court claims that the agency's in-house forum is unconstitutional.
Regardless of DOL gridlock, RIAs are embracing their fiduciary status and promoting it to prospective clients.
Trio that managed $113 million creates Wallace Hart Capital Management.
Planning, merging and consolidation are the way to grow.
The firm doesn't have as many adviser assets as rival Charles Schwab & Co., but together they control 70% of the market.
Duo scammed 100 investors in pump-and-dump scheme.
The growing popularity of holistic planning is pushing fees beyond a percentage of AUM.
An InvestmentNews survey of more than 550 readers found that nearly 83% refer to themselves as an "advisor," versus 17% who call themselves an "adviser."
Planners use multiple means to show clients they have more to offer than the basics.
Cybersecurity and the possibility of a market correction are at the top of the worry list for executives of investment advisory firms.
Replaces Bob Oros, who departed in January.
The registered investment adviser faces up to five years in prison, as well as criminal forfeiture and a fine
Letting clients help direct practice management decisions can have many upsides.
