Advisors
News updates, trends and analysis on financial advisors, investment advisors (RIAs), and financial planners (CFPs).
2021 News of the Year
By Jeff Berman, Bernice Napach, Ginger Szala and Melanie WaddellWe review the major developments affecting financial advisors — from Wall Street to Washington — over the past 12 months.
November 22, 2021
Bogus Broker Who Threatened to Kill Disabled Client Gets 5-Plus Years Behind BarsGregg Brie admitted to embezzling funds from three victims, two of whom lived in his New York apartment complex.
November 22, 2021
Why BofA Is Bearish on Markets and Sees 'Rates Shock' Coming in '22Strategists also share recommendations, like taking long positions in certain sectors, the U.S. dollar and real assets.
November 22, 2021
4 Warning Signs Investors Aren't Happy With Their AdvisorsWe noticed shifting investor behavior and did a study to find out why. Here's how advisors can adapt.
November 22, 2021
Ric Edelman: This Asset Class Is 'the Best Investment Opportunity' Since the InternetThe industry VIP also shares details on his plans for 2022 and a list of the many books he's reading.
November 19, 2021
FINRA: Ex-Edward Jones Rep Made Over 800 Unauthorized TradesFINRA suspended and fined the former broker, saying he also falsely identified himself as a senior vice president of a clearing firm.
November 19, 2021
How Advisors Can Keep Up With Tax Changes: Jeff LevineThe CPA and planner is widely followed for his breakdowns of crucial tax and retirement legislation. He told us how he does it.
November 18, 2021
Top 20 RIA Wealth Management Firms of 2021RIA Database ranked firms with clean regulatory records that primarily serve individuals.