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Ways to network better with CPAs
A study found that after firms' current clients, accountants provide the most referrals, contributing almost 11 percent of a firm's new prospects.
SEC hammers Commonwealth with $93M in penalties over revenue sharing
The penalty represents about one or two years of net income for the firm.
7 ways to encourage women to pursue financial advisory careers
Firms benefit from different points of view and diversity; if women are underrepresented on your team, take steps to change that.
Commonwealth girding for loss of up to $24M in fight with SEC
It's highly unusual in the securities industry for a broker-dealer to put up such resistance to a regulator like the SEC.
Commonwealth Financial welcomes $384M trio
The Pennsylvania-based practice is joining the broker-dealer in an ambitious bid to triple its assets.
Commonwealth tech partnership focuses on advisor succession
The wealth management giant is rolling out a platform to connect buyers, sellers, and partners seeking M&A opportunities.
What advisors should consider before participating in awards season
Look at the award from the point of view of your clients and prospects before accepting.
Commonwealth sees second year of record recruiting results
The firm welcomed nearly $16B of new client assets in 2023 and 292 advisors.
3 ways to jump-start your growth in 2024
As the new year begins, it’s beneficial to challenge yourself – and your practice – and set strategic goals for the future.
3 things to consider when selecting a niche
Devise a strategy to help you capture business from a market segment you want to serve.
$3B San Diego-based firm joins Commonwealth
Mammini Co. focuses on working with labor unions and corporate retirement plan sponsors.
Small town ‘mom and pop’ firm switches $220M practice to LPL Financial
Formerly with Commonwealth, the multigenerational team includes three advisors.
To connect with clients, embrace the holiday season
Every party you attend or host and every gift delivered can move your brand forward, strengthening and building relationships.
Game-time play: Know your value as a financial advisor
The planning, investing and discipline that financial advisors provide can dramatically affect a family’s choices for generations to come.
The money value of spending time with clients
Advisors spend twice as much time on investment activities than anything else, which means they could be missing out on important opportunities.
Commonwealth adds Avantax team overseeing $223M
Waukesha, Wisconsin-based R&R Wealth aims to reach $1 billion in assets in next four years.
Commonwealth expands Talent Exchange Initiative
The firm aims to connect its advisors with a new generation of talent.
Building a strong culture to inspire your team
As a practice grows, it's harder to make sure that everyone on the team understands what's important to the firm.
Considering an equity ownership structure? Here are 4 questions to consider
Offering employees an ownership stake can give you a valuable tool to attract and retain great people, and it often makes internal succession much easier.
$881 million team from Securian moves to Commonwealth
Foundations Financial Partners in Doylestown, Pennsylvania, had been affiliated with Securian for 32 years.
