Advisors
News updates, trends and analysis on financial advisors, investment advisors (RIAs), and financial planners (CFPs).
Retirees Need to 'Get Comfortable' Holding Less Cash, Fixed Income: Michael Crook
By Jane Wollman RusoffWhile retirees should hold some safe assets for when they need to spend, fixed income isn't going to see much return, the strategist says.
December 29, 2021
RIA Industry Is 'Under-consolidated': Focus Financial's AdolfWhile there were over 200 deals in the space in '21, the executive says there should be more like 300 or 400 transactions a year.
December 29, 2021
Why Advisors Need to Be 'Like a Quarterback': Ken DychtwaldPeople want their advisor "to get them thinking, talking and planning so they can have secure and satisfying longevity," says the Age Wave CEO.
December 28, 2021
The Importance of Family in the Sales ProcessIt takes a village to raise a child. Why not sell to the village?
December 28, 2021
8 Things to Say to Clients Before New Year's EveIt's not only acceptable but courteous to call your clients, wish them a happy new year and ask how they're planning to celebrate.
December 28, 2021
Ex-Waddell & Reed, NYLife Reps Sanctioned for Alleged ForgeryFINRA bars the former New York Life registered representative, while fining and suspending the ex-Waddell & Reed rep.
December 28, 2021
Rules of the Road for Rehiring Ex-EmployeesProceed with caution if the former employee previously participated in your firm's 401(k) or retirement plan, say these tax experts.
December 28, 2021
8 Predictions for Retirement in 2022Experts Wade Pfau, Jamie Hopkins, Carolyn McClanahan, David Blanchett and others share their respective outlooks on income planning, long term care and more.