Robo-advice goes bilingual

RIA Finhabits launches mobile platform in English and Spanish.
FEB 15, 2017
In launching its mobile-first platform, New York-based robo-adviser Finhabits decided to add something else that may be new in mobile advice: Spanish. Finhabits contends that its new platform is the first bilingual automated service for IRAs and other retirement and investment accounts, and “combines fiduciary advice with behavioral nudges, making it easy for everyone to get into the habit of investing in their future,” according to a press release. "I see technology as the great equalizer that'll help our country close the wealth gap among minority communities," said Carlos Garcia, founder and CEO of Finhabits and an MIT alumnus with over 14 years of experience in the financial industry. "Our mission is to make investing more inclusive so anyone can reach their financial goals." Finhabits recommends customized and diversified portfolios of index funds from Vanguard and BlackRock and allows users to invest as little as $5 a week. Timely reminders help reinforce those habits and ensure investors stay on track. Fees are $1 per month for accounts under $2,500, or 0.50% annual fee for balances over $2,500.

Latest News

Advisor moves: LPL recruitment momentum continues with $815M Northwestern Mutual team
Advisor moves: LPL recruitment momentum continues with $815M Northwestern Mutual team

Meanwhile, Raymond James and Tritonpoint Partners separately welcomed father-son teams, including a breakaway from UBS in Missouri.

SEC chief Atkins signals caution on prediction market ETFs amid broader rethink of novel fund structures
SEC chief Atkins signals caution on prediction market ETFs amid broader rethink of novel fund structures

Paul Atkins has asked staff to solicit public comment on novel ETFs, pausing the clock on as many as 24 filings linked to the booming event contracts market.

Private capital's $1 trillion bet on the American retirement account
Private capital's $1 trillion bet on the American retirement account

From 401(k)s to retail funds, Deloitte sees private equity and credit crossing into mainstream investing on two fronts at once.

Advisor moves: Wells Fargo Advisors pulls in $9.6b in fresh talent during first half of May
Advisor moves: Wells Fargo Advisors pulls in $9.6b in fresh talent during first half of May

Big-name defections from Morgan Stanley, UBS, and Merrill Lynch headline a busy two weeks of recruiting for the wirehouse.

Why uncertainty is making behavioral coaching more valuable than ever
Why uncertainty is making behavioral coaching more valuable than ever

Markets have always been unpredictable. What has changed is the amount of information investors are trying to process and the growing role advisors play in helping clients avoid emotional decisions

SPONSORED Are hedge funds the missing ingredient?

Wellington explores how multi strategy hedge funds may enhance diversification

SPONSORED Beyond wealth management: Why the future of advice is becoming more human

As technical expertise becomes increasingly commoditized, advisors who can integrate strategy, relationships, and specialized expertise into a cohesive client experience will define the next era of wealth management