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Edelman Financial Engines to Buy $846M RIA in the Northwest
By Jeff BermanEdelman Financial Engines is adding to its tax practice capabilities and CPA staffing with the transaction, expected to close this quarter.
May 18, 2021
Dimon Succession Race Puts 2 Women Ahead of JPMorgan PackA recent leadership overhaul has pushed two women toward the front of the field: Marianne Lake and Jennifer Piepszak.
May 18, 2021
Ex-Raymond James Rep Who Stole From Elderly Clients Gets 5 Years in PrisonThe firm's former broker and executive pleaded guilty to defrauding two clients out of nearly $1 million.
May 17, 2021
Merrill Rolls Out Exclusive HNW Sports, Entertainment DesignationThe wirehouse partnered with the College for Financial Planning, which is offering the program just to Merrill advisors through May 2022.
May 17, 2021
Ex-Wells Fargo Rep Sentenced to 27 Months in PrisonThe firm's former broker had pleaded guilty to wire fraud in which he stole more than $450,000 from about 40 clients.
May 14, 2021
FINRA Bars Ex-Securities America Broker Who Signed Dead Client's NameThe former rep signed his deceased client's name on annuity surrender forms, according to FINRA.
May 14, 2021
'Wandering' Bad Brokers Pose Risks for Clients, IndustryAdvisors with regulatory infractions often keep causing trouble even if they're barred from the business, a recent study finds.
May 14, 2021
Final Call for Nominations: ThinkAdvisor's LUMINARIES Awards ProgramThere are just few days left to submit your nominations for this pioneering recognition program.