Advisors
News updates, trends and analysis on financial advisors, investment advisors (RIAs), and financial planners (CFPs).
Hightower Invests in Tax Firm
By John ManganaroGMS Surgent will become a "wholly owned tax subsidiary," giving advisors access to complex tax and advisory services.
July 11, 2023
Raymond James to Pay $13M Over High FeesThe firm agreed to pay $4.5 million in fines to state regulators and to return $8.25 million plus interest to clients.
July 11, 2023
Schwab Sweeps $1M-Plus Clients Into New Private Client ServicesThese clients now have access to a dedicated Schwab consultant at no additional cost.
July 10, 2023
April Rudin on Threads: 'Look Before You Leap!'Marketing experts counsel advisors to take a wait-and-see approach to the new social media platform.
July 07, 2023
Barred Broker Accused of Bilking Gold Star Families as Army CounselorThe ex-broker is accused of defrauding 24 families; also on Friday, FINRA expelled his former BD.
July 07, 2023
Why 1966 Was the Worst Year to Retire (and Why It Matters in 2023)The difficulty experienced by retirees between 1966 and 1995 is the basis of the 4% withdrawal rule, explains Wade Pfau.
July 07, 2023
Raymond James to Reorganize Employee Advisor ChannelThe shifts aim to bring more "leadership alignment" to Raymond James & Associates and Alex. Brown, the firm says.
July 06, 2023
A 4% Rule Alternative That Won't Confuse Clients (Much)New research explores a "novel metric" to help advisors and clients explore trade-offs in retirement withdrawal planning.