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How the Military Creates Successful Financial Advisors
By Kristen BeckmanFour veterans who are now working in financial services share how the military prepared them for success in the civilian world.
November 09, 2016
LPL Adds $650M RIA, 18 Reps From VoyaAlso, Raymond James says it recruited a $300 million team from Merrill Lynch in New York.
November 04, 2016
Commonwealth CEO: ‘Unlimited Liability’ Led to Dropping Commission ProductsCEO Wayne Bloom lays out the IBDs response to the DOLs fiduciary stew, including maintaining payouts.
November 04, 2016
FINRA Reviews Cross-Selling by 207 Ex-Advisors at Wells FargoAs senators press for action, the regulatory group says it is checking documents tied to firing or discharge of bank employees.
November 03, 2016
World’s 20 Largest Asset ManagersThe share of total assets by the Top 20 managers, who held $33 trillion, fell slightly to 41.6% in 2015.
November 03, 2016
Senators Challenge Wells Fargo Over Fired EmployeesFINRA records show that some bank staff were let go as early as 2011, raising more questions about its response to the fraud.
November 03, 2016
Wells Fargo Facing SEC Probe That Could Focus on DisclosuresCompany reveals agencys investigation in quarterly filing; regulators seek information tied to account scandal, bank says.
November 02, 2016
$500M Wells Fargo Team Moves to RBC Wealth: Recruiting RoundupMeanwhile, both Merrill Lynch and HighTower Advisors announce new reps and executive appointments.