Alternative Investments
The latest news and developments about alternative investments and how they can help boost portfolio performance and reduce risk
Opportunity Zone Investments or a 1031 Rollover?
By Robert Bloink | William H. ByrnesCongress may expand the benefits of the opportunity zone program, so interested clients should pay close attention.
August 16, 2023
New NAIC Rule to Hit Some Life and Annuity Issuer AssetsThe change will affect companies' investments in relatively high-risk slices of asset-backed securities.
August 15, 2023
RIA Aims to Expand Access to UHNW InvestmentsNewEdge focuses on investing in structured notes, for instance, and creating strategies that use them.
August 14, 2023
UBS to Pay $1.44B to Settle DOJ Mortgage-Bond CaseThe bank was accused of "knowingly and repeatedly" making false and fraudulent statements about the loans backing the securities.
August 08, 2023
New IRS Crypto Ruling Can Save Your Clients MoneySome clients with income from crypto staking may have paid taxes prematurely.
August 08, 2023
FINRA Lists Ric Edelman's Digital Asset Certificate as Professional DesignationFinancial professionals who complete the 15-credit course can now display the CBDA credential.
August 07, 2023
7 Types of Investments Clients Should Avoid: Advisors' AdviceThese investments are complicated, outdated or downright risky, advisors say.
August 02, 2023
Goldman Scores Another Custodial Win With $2B RIABurney Co. is the third firm in five weeks to announce its signing with Goldman Sachs Advisor Solutions.