Best Reader Comments: BrightScope Brouhaha; Goldfarb Fracas
By Ronald PechtimaldjianA collection of some of the recent and most thought-provoking comments made by readers on ThinkAdvisor.
August 08, 2013
Schwab to Launch 6 Fundamental Index ETFsWe know RIAs have been waiting for these ETFs, and were excited to deliver them, says Charles Schwab Investment Management President Marie Chandoha.
August 07, 2013
Who's looking out for us? Part threeBroker-dealer partners are necessary and good, but why is all the power on one side of the equation?
August 07, 2013
Smart Niche Model Leads to Succession Planning SuccessTwo firms have taken their niche strategies a step further, merging in the airline pilot-focused RIA space to ensure succession planning continuity.
August 05, 2013
Focus Financial Adds $400M RIA in MidwestLaFleur & Godfrey join the partnership in Grand Rapids, Mich.; their firm is the fourth group to come on board this year.
August 05, 2013
A Smaller RIA Has a ‘Duty to Refer’On the Road to Independence, even a smaller RIA firm can provide a full range of services when you partner with other professionals.
August 01, 2013
UBS Adds Morgan Stanley Advisor, but Loses Team to Boutique FirmA group of Wells Fargo reps with about $220 million in assets departs to go independent with an LPL affiliate.
July 31, 2013
CFP’s Goldfarb Case Illustrates Need for Clear Compliance LinesThe first part of our post explained the details of the case. Well now turn to a discussion of what needs to happen from here.