Behavioral Finance
Read about the behavioral finance factors that affect clients and that help advisors tailor the best financial plans and portfolio strategies for investors.
Heed New Guidance on Form CRS
By Thomas D. GiachettiRequesting brevity, the SEC explains how firms must answer questions in its Joint Statement.
November 29, 2020
5 Investment Ideas to Keep, 5 to Trash: Gary N. SmithThe author describes the research that proves several theories about stocks and that debunks a few other notions, including one tied to Trump's tweets.
November 25, 2020
How to Convince Clients That Downturns Are OpportunitiesWhen markets turn volatile, it's "natural" for investors to get nervous, but research shows advisors can help them adjust in beneficial ways.
November 25, 2020
What 5 Past Economic Shocks Mean for the Post-COVID WorldMorningstar analyst looks at how habits evolve and can lead to lasting changes in consumer behavior.
November 25, 2020
Ex-LPL Rep to Spend 3.5 Years in Jail for Ponzi SchemeJames Thomas Booth led "years-long scheme to defraud" clients of almost $5 million, said Acting U.S. Attorney Audrey Strauss.
November 23, 2020
LPL Nabs $1B Securities America TeamThe news comes one week after SagePoint, another Advisor Group broker-dealer, recruited a $503 million group from LPL Financial.
November 23, 2020
College for Financial Planning Launches Behavioral Finance ProgramAdvisors who complete the eight-week program can receive an accredited designation.
November 20, 2020
3 Big Factors Worry Advisors, Investors: NationwideA Nationwide survey finds pandemic, economy and election are driving volatility.