Advisors
News updates, trends and analysis on financial advisors, investment advisors (RIAs), and financial planners (CFPs).
How Many CFP Exam Takers Passed the Latest Test?
By Melanie WaddellA record number of candidates sat for the most recent certification exam, according to the CFP Board.
April 07, 2023
Social Security Has a Longevity ProblemA retirement expert explains how the Social Security Trust Funds' solvency shortfall could hurt working and retired Americans.
April 06, 2023
Morgan Stanley's 1GT Invests in AI-Focused Analytics Startup: Tech RoundupIn addition, Orion's Redtail platform has integrated with Flourish.
April 05, 2023
Former Goldman Sachs Execs Launch RIA AggregatorModern Wealth Management recently received $200 million in private equity financing from Crestview Partners.
April 05, 2023
Why It's Time to Drop the 'Set It & Forget It' 4% RuleBalancing spending on lifestyle goals and risk is part art and part science, says advisor Mark Berg, a recent guest on a Morningstar podcast.
April 04, 2023
CFP Board Rolls Out Scholarship to Support Next-Gen WomenCFP Board says women made up almost 30% of new CFP professionals last year but adds there's "still much work to be done."
April 04, 2023
Rockefeller Capital Gets $622M for Selling 21% StakeThe firm, led by Greg Fleming, oversaw $100 billion in client assets as of March 31 and is now valued at $3 billion.
April 04, 2023
Best Full-Service Wealth Management Firms Ranked by Investors — J.D. Power, 2023A study finds that satisfaction with advisors has fallen with market performance, showing advisors need to do more.