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Schorsch Snaps Up J.P. Turner as Buying Spree Continues
By Janet LevauxBut being both a broker-dealer and a product distributor can be a "hot potato," says IBD recruiter Jonathan Henschen.
January 16, 2014
New Hire Roundup: Craig Gordon Leaves RBC WealthIn addition, Hamilton Insurance named Sandy Weill chairman.
January 15, 2014
Geneos Wealth Names Third-Generation Diachok as PresidentRyan Diachok will become president of the IBD while his uncle Russ Diachok remains CEO.
January 09, 2014
In Surprise, Helck to Retire From Raymond JamesThe head of private client operations and former SIFMA chairman will step down in February after 25 years with the firm.
January 09, 2014
Most successful advisors work in ensemble practicesAmong the most profitable respondents, 40 percent are independents as compared to brokers, PPGAs, exclusives or affiliates.
January 07, 2014
Focus Financial Signs $550M Credit DealThe advisor rollup firm plans to use the funds to expand via more M&As this year.
January 03, 2014
Raymond James, LPL Recruit Teams With $150MThe IBDs each add two affiliated reps Raymond James in North Carolina and LPL in Georgia.
January 03, 2014
X by 2 names top insurance tech challenges for 2014The age-old model of relying exclusively on the human channel agents in the insurance industry is breaking down.