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Cambridge Joins Ranks of IBDs Abandoning Schorsch
By Janet LevauxThe group stops sales of three Cole REITs following an accounting scandal at American Realty Capital.
November 04, 2014
LPL, Advisor Group Stop Sales of American Realty Capital REITsLPL, the biggest independent broker-dealer, has suspended sales of products tied to the Schorsch real estate empire.
November 03, 2014
Ameriprise Adds $165M Rep From LPLCEO Jim Cracchiolo is upbeat on advisor recruiting, retention, marketing and asset growth.
November 03, 2014
More Cracks in Schorsch Empire as RCAP Dumps Cole DealRealty Capital appears to be acting in the best interests of its advisors and retail clients, one expert says.
October 31, 2014
Could FPA’s Waning Power Lead to Its Untimely Demise?Its membership has shrunk even as the number of CFP certificants has risen. The FPA is at a crossroads.
October 29, 2014
Schorsch’s ARCP Plunges After Execs Replaced Over Accounting ErrorsAmerican Realtys stock falls more than 30%; the mistakes may have been intentionally not corrected
October 29, 2014
Top-Performing Firms Have Raised Fees: TibergienIf you can demonstrate value to your clients, says Pershing Advisor Solutions CEO, then you can charge fees for services, not just on AUM.
October 29, 2014
Will gold really protect you if the dollar collapses?Is our currency really in such terrible shape? Are we indeed headed for a collapse?