Advisors
News updates, trends and analysis on financial advisors, investment advisors (RIAs), and financial planners (CFPs).
10 Must-Dos for CFPs Who Advise Clients on Crypto
By Melanie WaddellThe CFP Board has released guidelines for advisors who counsel clients on crypto and related assets.
December 05, 2022
How Mutual Fund Revenue Sharing Hurts Retirement SaversA new NBER paper finds strong evidence to suggest revenue sharing increases costs and lowers net-of-fee performance.
December 05, 2022
SEC Risk Alert Highlights Firms' Identity Theft FailuresThe agency found violations that could leave customers vulnerable to identity theft and financial loss.
December 02, 2022
4 Trends Shaping Up in 401(k)sRetirement industry executives see a fast-growing need for trusted, fiduciary advice about retirement income.
December 02, 2022
Black Ex-Merrill Reps Dismiss Discrimination SuitTwo ex-brokers had alleged that African American advisors were paid less and promoted less often than white advisors.
December 02, 2022
4 Retirement Planning Moves That Can Yield Big Tax SavingsMany investors underestimate the impact their retirement account withdrawal decisions have on their wealth, Ritholtz's William Sweet says.
December 01, 2022
401(k) Plans Are Coming for Your RolloversThe growth of income annuities within 401(k)s could result in more retiring workers leaving their assets in-plan.
December 01, 2022
Envestnet Billing Platform to Give Schwab Advisors More Flexibility: Tech RoundupAdvisors using the Schwab platform and BillFin will gain access to additional capabilities, including flexible billing setup.