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Recruiting Roundup: RBC Adds $4M Team in New York
By Marlene Y. SatterMeanwhile, Wells Fargo, Raymond James and LPL Financial announce their latest new advisors.
February 02, 2016
A Fiduciary Primer: What’s a Rep’s Responsibility to Clients?Questions from a veteran RIA and former broker reveal the lack of understanding among advisors of the fiduciary issue.
February 01, 2016
RCS Capital Files for Bankruptcy; Cetera to Use $50M for RetentionChief Restructuring Officer David Orlofsky said the company took on debt through significant acquisitions costing over $1 billion.
January 29, 2016
RCS Capital to File for Chapter 11 Bankruptcy on SundayCetera CEO Larry Roth says the BD group will no longer be burdened with legacy issues.
January 28, 2016
Dear Breakaway Broker: Know Your Employment Agreement(s)Whether youre a rep, an RIA or an advisor employer, its wise to understand the legal issues around employment.
January 28, 2016
AIG Advisor Group Sale Fueled by DOL Fiduciary Rule, CEO SaysBut consumer advocate Barbara Roper says many firms will blame the rule for things they would do anyway.
January 26, 2016
FSI Vows to Continue Fighting DOL Fiduciary RuleDale Brown: Were not ruling out any actions to stop rules implementation. David Bellaire: Rule will do irreparable harm to investors.
January 26, 2016
What Will Lightyear Do With AIG Advisor Group?In an acquisition like the purchase of AIG Advisor Group by Lightyear Capital and PSP Investments, there are usually two options, recruiter Jon Henschen says.