A CFP’s View of the CFP Board on Wall Street
By Bob ClarkA reader shares feelings about how the CFP mark is misused by unscrupulous financial professionals.
June 02, 2016
Fidelity Charitable’s Annual Giving Report Identifies Opportunities for AdvisorsThe growth of DAFs like Fidelitys is sending a message to advisors who want to deepen their relationships with existing clients and attract new ones.
June 02, 2016
5 Ways to Make the Most of Slow Growth: KleintopDespite sluggish productivity growth, advisors and investors still can find bright spots in different sectors and countries, the Schwab strategist says.
May 27, 2016
Advisor-Sold 529 Plans Lose Market Share Even as Assets GrowAdvisor-sold 529 plans account for 46% of all 529 plan assets, but more investors are choosing direct-sold funds with lower fees, according to Morningstar.
May 27, 2016
Ron Carson’s Group Gets $35M From PE FirmThe wealth manager has some $6.5 billion in assets and has plans to expand.
May 27, 2016
Maintaining Attorney-Client Privilege During a Mock ExamConducting a mock exam will effectively act as an evidentiary roadmap for regulators when an actual examination of the advisors business is initiated.
May 26, 2016
Richard Sincere: Fee-Only and Philanthropy Advocate — The IA 25Richard Sincere believes advisors can make a big difference in clients' lives, far beyond investment performance, and encourages entrepreneurial philanthropy.
May 26, 2016
Honoring Advisors Who Serve(d): Memorial Day, 2016ThinkAdvisor, in its yearly slideshow, honors nine veterans this Memorial Day who served in the armed forces and now serve their clients as financial advisors.