Advisors
News updates, trends and analysis on financial advisors, investment advisors (RIAs), and financial planners (CFPs).
Advisor Group's New Name Gets Mixed Reviews
By Jeff BermanSome say Osaic sounds modern and fresh, while others liken it to the name of a drug.
June 22, 2023
Advisor Interest Rising in ChatGPTAlmost 60% of advisors use or are interested in testing out AI technology, new SmartAsset data shows.
June 22, 2023
Charitable Giving in Focus on June 27 WebcastJoin this expert panel discussion on trends in philanthropy, the use of donor-advised funds and more updates for advisors and their clients.
June 22, 2023
New Study Ties Lack of Advisor Diversity to Local RacismMarkets showing greater animosity toward Black people have lower levels of Black advisor representation, research shows.
June 21, 2023
This Retirement Investing Strategy Can Boost Income 29% a YearIt's also less risky than a 60/40 portfolio, according to a new paper.
June 21, 2023
Carson Group Strikes Its Largest Deal YetNorthwest Capital Management, with $5 billion in AUM, specializes in retirement plan services.
June 21, 2023
8 High-Net-Worth Planning Tips for New GrandparentsAdvisors can help these clients think through gifting strategies like UTMA custodial accounts and generation-skipping trusts.
June 20, 2023
Should You Be a Big Fish in a Small or Large Pond?When switching firms, advisors must weigh the flexibility of a small firm against a large firm's advantage of scale.