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In the wake of the DOL fiduciary rule, will adviser M&A surge?
NEWS RIAS NOV 07, 2016
In the wake of the DOL fiduciary rule, will adviser M&A surge?

Two industry leaders — Pershing Advisor Solutions CEO Mark Tibergien and Echelon Partners CEO Dan Seivert — disagree on what impact the regulation will have on the financial advice market.

By Bruce Kelly
NEWS RIAS OCT 31, 2016
Certified Financial Planner Board suspends California adviser for defrauding pro-athletes

Ash Narayan's right to use CFP certification temporarily suspended following SEC complaint

By Christine Idzelis
NEWS RIAS OCT 27, 2016
Janus in a double whammy as assets flee and revenue drops

Plus: How Clinton and Trump won't save Social Security, more scrutiny for sales charges, and taking the 5% challenge.

By Jeff Benjamin
NEWS RIAS OCT 27, 2016
SEC charges Broidy Wealth Advisors with overbilling clients, stealing from their trusts

The firm and owner Marc Broidy, of Beverly Hills, Calif., allegedly had more than $1.4 million of ill-gotten gains.

By Christine Idzelis
NEWS RIAS OCT 26, 2016
Advisers offer tips for surviving a cybersecurity exam

Firms shouldn't wait for an inspection notice from the SEC to begin fortifying their online systems.

By Mark Schoeff Jr.
NEWS RIAS OCT 26, 2016
Former Oppenheimer broker pleads guilty to insider trading

David Hobson exploited inside information provided by his friend, who worked at a pharmaceutical company.

By Christine Idzelis
NEWS RIAS OCT 26, 2016
RIAs boost profitability while gaining clients, Charles Schwab study shows

Profitability is up 27% since 2011 as firms become more efficient through technology

By Christine Idzelis
Advisers uncertain about future but Schwab exec urges them to embrace change
NEWS RIAS OCT 25, 2016
Advisers uncertain about future but Schwab exec urges them to embrace change

Markets and upcoming elections weigh heavily on their outlook.

By Grete Suarez
NEWS RIAS OCT 24, 2016
TD Ameritrade introduces new retail robo-adviser platform

Custodian offers five portfolios with investment selected by Morningstar professionals.

By Grete Suarez
NEWS RIAS OCT 24, 2016
Scottrade acquisition could be a boon to TD Ameritrade RIAs

Members of TD's 'Advisor Direct' program may develop new clients. <b><i>(Related read: <a href=&quot;http://www.investmentnews.com/article/20161024/FREE/161029966/ria-firms-see-record-number-of-ma-deals-in-first-nine-months-of-2016&quot; target=&#8221;blank&quot;>RIA firms see record number of M&amp;A deals in first nine months of 2016.</a>)</b></i>

By Christine Idzelis
NEWS RIAS OCT 24, 2016
RIA firms see record number of M&A deals in first nine months of 2016

The sale of large advisory firms with $1 billion to $5 billion is surging, says DeVoe &amp; Co.

By Christine Idzelis
NEWS RIAS OCT 24, 2016
Even low-tech tools can trip up advisers going independent

An adviser shares his experience starting his own firm, and the challenges of not being able to depend on a home office anymore for phones, faxes, malware and more.

By Christopher Rand
NEWS RIAS OCT 21, 2016
FOLIOfn acquires First Affirmative to expand its SRI footprint

The technology company seeks to expand its responsible investing footprint with the RIA.

By Grete Suarez
NEWS RIAS OCT 21, 2016
SEC bars adviser for failing to disclose conflicts of interests in commodities fund

The regulator also ordered John Leo Valentine to pay $140,000 in civil money penalties

By Christine Idzelis
NEWS RIAS OCT 19, 2016
Institute for Fiduciary Standard begins program to hold advisers publicly accountable

The best practices program will require advisers to charge reasonable fees and disclose them.

By Christine Idzelis
Why Pershing is cherry-picking the robo-advisers it offers its clients
NEWS RIAS OCT 19, 2016
Why Pershing is cherry-picking the robo-advisers it offers its clients

The custodian and clearing firm is quietly building an offering of digital advice integrations it offers its clients.

By Alessandra Malito
HighTower adds Beverly Hills-based RIA with $500M in assets
NEWS RIAS OCT 18, 2016
HighTower adds Beverly Hills-based RIA with $500M in assets

Acquisition is fourth in RIA channel since last year and eighth overall in 2016.

By Tanvi Acharya
Adviser managing $250 million in assets joins HighTower from Merrill Lynch
NEWS RIAS OCT 16, 2016
Adviser managing $250 million in assets joins HighTower from Merrill Lynch

The Thrush Group will be the 10th transition to HighTower this year.

By Grete Suarez
NEWS RIAS OCT 13, 2016
Ron Carson partners with Fidelity to launch practice management program

Open to Fidelity's custody clients, advisers will have access to an online portal, one-on-one coaching and peer learning opportunities.

By Bruce Kelly
NEWS RIAS OCT 06, 2016
Ron Carson sells 29% stake in his firm for $35M

Investment from Long Ridge Equity Partners will help Carson Group make acquisitions.

By Christine Idzelis