Advisors
News updates, trends and analysis on financial advisors, investment advisors (RIAs), and financial planners (CFPs).
Ex-Osaic Advisor Who Accepted $1M Bequest From Client Faces Fine, Suspension
By Dinah Wisenberg BrinThe advisor didn't notify his firm or receive approval to accept the bequest, according to FINRA.
May 20, 2025
Luminaries 2025 Nominations Are OpenThinkAdvisor is taking nominations for our expanded awards program through Aug. 4. There's no cost to participate.
May 16, 2025
Investors Still Prefer Advice From Real People: GallupForty-three percent of adults surveyed said they turn to family and friends for advice, a poll found.
May 01, 2025
Carson Group Names Women in Wealth Management Award WinnersCarson Group honored eight female wealth management pros and a male ally.
April 30, 2025
Edward Jones Adds Alt Investments, Advanced Planning for HNW ClientsThe firm entered into a relationship with CAIS, an alternative investment technology platform for financial advisors.
April 22, 2025
Where Advisor Income Grew the Most in 2024Some metro areas offer more and better opportunities for advisors seeking to grow their businesses, SmartAsset finds.
April 21, 2025
Why We're Enhancing Our Focus on Recruiting MomentumWe're broadening coverage of this topic to help advisors make well-informed decisions about switching firms.
April 17, 2025
How Opening a Morgan Stanley Account Led to a Fraud ArrestThe firm alerted authorities after a Georgia man tried to deposit $32.5 million into a brokerage account, prosecutors allege.