Broker Dealers
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11 ways to sell IUL more ethically
By Bill CoffinIndexed universal life sales are growing rapidly, but it's a complex product, and those who sell it face the looming possibility of a federal fiduciary standard.
November 15, 2012
12 Best & Worst Broker-Dealers: Q3 EarningsEarnings fell as much as 88%, but also jumped over 70% within the broker-dealer industryAdvisorOne spotlights the six best and six worst performers.
November 15, 2012
NAILBA 31 kickoff: Mooers wins Chairman's AwardJeff Mooers has prodded the association to take on tough subjects in the past year.
November 14, 2012
Investors Cap Reports Profit on Growing SalesThe independent broker-dealer has about 450 advisors with $8 billion in assets under management
November 13, 2012
LPL Nabs $1 Billion Group of 50 RepsLevel Four Group, which includes both advisors and CPAs, was formerly affiliated with Lincoln Financial.
November 13, 2012
Should Advisors Have to Disclose All Pressures to Maximize Revenues?The fiduciary and broker bonus debate revisited, with the help of Ron Rhoades. Should RIAs have to disclose their salaries and bonuses?
November 12, 2012
LPL Advisors Launch Special-Needs Community ProgramWinnie Sun and Sun Group support 1,000 visits to unique SoCal museum on behalf of her team and clients.
November 09, 2012
LPL Financial Adds $650 Mil TeamThe new group includes five advisors and was formerly affiliated with SII Investments, a National Planning Holdings broker-dealer