Advisors
News updates, trends and analysis on financial advisors, investment advisors (RIAs), and financial planners (CFPs).
Ex-Merrill Broker Arrested Over Charges Tied to $1M Scam
By Jeff BermanThe former broker allegedly used investors' funds to buy a luxury car "and pay fees for a private golf club on Long Island," says the DOJ.
December 07, 2021
What 11 Industry VIPs Are Reading Right NowRic Edelman, Liz Ann Sonders and a host of other financial experts share the titles of books (and one podcast) they recommend.
December 07, 2021
CFP Exams Start March 8The 2022 exam will include an updated list of principal knowledge topics, according to the Certified Financial Planner Board of Standards.
December 07, 2021
Ex-Merrill Rep Who Scammed Pastors Sentenced to 7 Years in PrisonThe former broker had pleaded guilty to one count of securities fraud and admitted to swindling millions of dollars from victims in several states.
December 06, 2021
Schumer Aims to Push Biden Economic Bill Through Before HolidayAll Senate Democrats have yet to sign onto the $2 trillion package now under discussion, including Joe Manchin and Kyrsten Sinema.
December 03, 2021
Veteran Advisor Sues J.P. Morgan After Jumping to the Firm From MerrillThe head of the $1 billion Campbell Group alleges the Private Bank has been aggressively trying to poach her clients.
December 03, 2021
Morgan Stanley Adjusts Advisor Incentives for 2022 but Keeps Grid IntactStarting in July, net acquired asset growth will be focused on all client balances.
December 03, 2021
Ritholtz, WisdomTree Launch Crypto Index Aimed at AdvisorsOnramp is providing SMA architecture, while Gemini is the trading platform and custodian.