Alternative Investments
The latest news and developments about alternative investments and how they can help boost portfolio performance and reduce risk
Choosing a Cloud-Based Platform
By Stuart DePinaAll the buzz about cloud computing has many financial advisors perking up their ears and wondering how cloud computing can benefit them.
December 22, 2011
SEC Redefines ‘Accredited Investors’ Under Dodd-FrankValue of primary residence wont count toward net worth calculation required to invest in Reg D securities.
December 22, 2011
Data Casts New Doubt on Housing Market TurnaroundThe health of the housing market has come under fresh doubts after the National Association of Realtors released substantially revised figures showing 3 million fewer homes than previously thought were sold between 2007 and 2010.
December 21, 2011
Bob Clark’s 2012 New Year’s Resolutions: Getting Digital, Thinking RationallyOur intrepid blogger and veteran surveyor of the advisor universe gets thoughtful about technology, civil discourse and regulation of financial services
December 20, 2011
Asia's New Millionaires Invest in Art, Wine and Other AlternativesAsia's new millionaires are drawn to 'investments of passion' like art and wine.
December 20, 2011
IMF May Miss Target for Eurozone FundBritain's decision not to contribute to the IMF's bailout fund for the eurozone casts doubt that the rescue plan will work.
December 19, 2011
Top Portfolio Products: Global X Relaunches China Tech ETF; Security Benefit, Mesirow Team on Fiduciary 401(k) ProductIn addition, Advisor Software introduced two new products for investment professionals, and Cole Real Estate rolled out a daily NAV Non-Traded REIT.
December 19, 2011
How to Tap Into Fermenting Burgundy PricesThe prices of some top labels have risen as much as 114% in past 12 months or so, industry reports say.