Advisors
News updates, trends and analysis on financial advisors, investment advisors (RIAs), and financial planners (CFPs).
Advisors Aren't Competing on Performance Anymore. Here's What Clients Are Measuring Instead.
By H. Adam HoltSpeed and an ability to respond thoughtfully to questions will increasingly separate financial professionals from the competition.
January 06, 2026
Stifel's Bills Tied to Barred Broker Keep GrowingThe firm is on the hook for nearly $200 million, with more settlements coming, over Chuck Roberts' risky recommendations.
January 05, 2026
Phishing Scam Snares an Ameriprise AdvisorThe breach potentially exposed nearly 600 clients' data, a state regulator warns.
December 19, 2025
12 States With the Most Home-Based Advisory FirmsAdvisors’ personality, location, team and clients affect the efficacy of their remote work, SmartAsset says.
December 18, 2025
How to Talk About the Value of Advice: VanguardInvestors are looking for peace of mind, personalized planning, time savings and portfolio returns, a research paper finds.
December 17, 2025
Americans' Ambitious Financial Resolutions Contend With InflationMore than 4 in 10 survey participants said their goals are bigger than in 2025, Edward Jones reports.
December 17, 2025
How RIAs Can Avoid the Hidden Costs of PersonalizationEach client request seems small in isolation, but together, ad hoc solutions take a growing toll on operations.
December 12, 2025
Team-Based Practices Top Solo Advisors on AUM, Services: CerulliSizable multi-advisor practices are expected to become more common, according to the research firm.