Advisors
News updates, trends and analysis on financial advisors, investment advisors (RIAs), and financial planners (CFPs).
Burt White: Advisors' Coasting Days Are Over
By Jane Wollman RusoffAs markets slump and clients age, advisors must grow organically or face stagnation, the Carson Group exec tells ThinkAdvisor.
September 14, 2022
Merrill Pledges $1.25M to CFP Board Diversity EffortsThe donation will support initiatives including the annual Diversity Summit and 16 scholarship awards.
September 14, 2022
SEC Charges Advisor With Stealing Over $743K From Clients, Including MLB PlayerThe fund transfers were used to pay for charges on his dead mother's American Express card, according to the SEC.
September 13, 2022
Penny Phillips, Dave Welling, Jason Wenk: How to Serve More Clients, BetterThe three CEOs highlight how advisors can embrace change and build trust.
September 12, 2022
Ric Edelman Takes Stake in Financial Planning Engagement PlatformThe latest funding win for Lumiant follows a $3 million investment by strategic investor Savant Wealth Management.
September 12, 2022
Small RIAs vs. 'Meta-Acquirers': Who Has the Advantage?David DeVoe and Brian Hamburger debate the influence of RIA consolidators, private equity, asset managers and insurers.
September 12, 2022
Gen Xers Are Worried About Inflation, Skeptical of Advisors: State StreetCurrent market conditions could make now a good time to build trust with these investors, according to State Street Global Advisors.
September 09, 2022
Sanctuary Wealth Picks Up 2 Advisor Teams From MerrillThe breakaway teams had a combined $1 billion in client assets under management.