Advisor M&A Fell in 2023: Why DeVoe Says It's No Big Deal
By Victoria ZhuangRIA deal closings declined for the first time in a decade, DeVoe & Co. reported.
January 23, 2024
Mariner Recruited 'Double Agent' to Poach Clients, Lawsuit ClaimsRWA Wealth says Mariner coaches its recruits to break rules; Avantax is also suing over alleged poaching.
January 18, 2024
Abundance of Retiring Advisors Means Growth Opportunities"There's an overwhelming need for advisors to pick up some of these practices," says Gateway Financial's David Wood.
January 17, 2024
Merrill Team Forms RIA to Serve 'Family Next Door'The $420 million group is "a great fit for the independent wealth arena," Dynasty head Shirl Penney says.
January 16, 2024
FSI Resumes Legal Fight Over DOL Independent Contractor RuleTrade groups fired a new salvo in a legal battle that has been halted since 2022.
January 10, 2024
8 Steps for a Smooth SuccessionDone effectively, this process can secure the legacy of the business and position it for sustained success.
January 10, 2024
Hightower Invests in $3B Wealth Manager in New YorkCapital Management Group is the fifth formerly IBD-affiliated firm that Hightower has brought into its network.
January 09, 2024
Business or Practice? The Critical Question RIAs Must AskFirms that operate as businesses have a distinct succession planning advantage. Here's how to get there.