Advisors
News updates, trends and analysis on financial advisors, investment advisors (RIAs), and financial planners (CFPs).
What the Forbes Fiasco Means for the Future of Advisor Rankings
By Rob BurgessThere are other ways to identify top advisors, an industry executive says.
August 12, 2026
LPL Advisor Must Pay UBS $5.6M Over Promissory Note BreachAn arbitration panel awarded the financial services firm amounts due under the notes, plus interest and attorneys' fees.
August 12, 2026
10 Principles of Time Management for AdvisorsEven as technology might make things easier for financial professionals, discipline and structure are still required.
August 10, 2026
She Wanted to Hire a Financial Advisor. Her Boyfriend Said No.Prospective female clients sometimes drop advisors after romantic interests object, advisors say.
August 10, 2026
NASAA Shortens Waiting Period for IAR Test TakingAfter their third unsuccessful attempt at the Series 63, 65 or 66, candidates could retest within 60 days.
August 07, 2026
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How Husbands' Early Social Security Claims Can Put Widows at RiskCouples who time their claims without considering survivor benefits are "asking the wrong question," an advisor says.
August 06, 2026
Nearly Half of This Social Security Benefit Goes UnclaimedForty-five percent of eligible children don't get survivor benefits, but advisors can help.
August 04, 2026
New Bill Kills DOL Oversight of IRAsThe SMART Savings Act would prevent Labor from resurrecting a fiduciary rule.