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Want to go RIA with annuities? Here’s where to start
Ditching your legacy annuities when going independent used to be commonplace but there are now more options, says industry insiders.
A look at Schwab’s TD migration, 8 months in
The company says it has been working to make former TD RIA clients happy, but smaller alternative custodians say they've been getting a lot of business.
Wealth management must sell itself again
We are living in a golden age for our industry, but challenges lie in wait and we must proudly tout the value of our services.
Sanctuary obtains tru Independence in Oregon
The fast-growing RIA giant is bolstering its appeal to breakaway advisors as it absorbs a $12.5B wealth advisory network.
Avantax strikes deal for $760M wealth business
The firm best known for its integrated tax expertise is expanding its book as it snaps up a like-minded practice in Texas.
Cetera’s Durbin says IPO clock has yet to tick
"Every private equity deal we have seen in the brokerage industry has lasted five to seven years," one executive said.
Kayne Anderson Rudnick deepens San Francisco advisory bench
The firm strengthens its team in California as it welcomes a new advisor with a background supporting ultra-high-net-worth clients.
New Cerulli study sheds light on advisors going independent
Cerulli’s study revealed approximately one-third of IBD advisors (32%) have considered opening an RIA in the past year.
EP Wealth scores sports-focused advisors from RBC
The fee-only RIA’s newest advisors in California cater to high-net-worth individuals and athletes at the pro and college levels.
SEIA eyes expansion with largest-ever acquisition
The independent RIA’s deal for a Cleveland-based firm with $2B in assets would mark its maiden expansion into the American Midwest.
Janney expands Eastern US profile with veteran advisors
Ex-Baird advisor in North Carolina and Wells Fargo alum in Maryland together reported managing more than $600M.
Michael Nathanson named new Focus CEO
After several months as president, Nathanson is taking over the chief exec position at the wealth advisory giant from Dan Glaser.
Are advisors operating ‘above or below the line’?
CEO of GYL outlines how advisors can stay fresh and relevant.
Freestone strengthens San Francisco office with veteran hire
The advisor joins the independent in California with 30 years of industry experience, including tenures at Goldman Sachs and UBS.
Are RIAs failing their clients?
Advisors respond after report suggests clients are not having enough input into the advisory experience.
Leading through innovation – with Tom Ruggie of Destiny Wealth Partners
Uncover the key initiatives behind Destiny Wealth Partners’ success and how it became one of the fastest growing fee-only RIAs.
Cetera names new head of corporate development
With a successful record at Avantax, Wall Street veteran Michael Molnar is set to lead the RIA's M&A and advisor succession planning strategy.
Advisor recruiting getting “irrational,” says Ameriprise CEO
"I do believe that the market is very competitive," says Ameriprise CEO Cracchiolo.
Investors want ‘more personalization’ when it comes to ESG
Greenwashing scared off many investors but advisor says the key is helping clients gain a deeper understanding of what matters to them.
Solid start to wealth management deals in 2024: report
"We’re seeing continued deal flow of mid-sized and smaller RIAs, along with broker-dealers, too," one banker said.