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Strategic alliances are a win-win for advisors and their clients
By David PortSuccessful strategic alliances are built on an altruistic desire to better serve clients, not just a desire to generate new business.
January 29, 2016
DOL Fiduciary Rule Lands at OMB for ReviewSIFMA urges OMB to put the rule through a "comprehensive" cost-benefit analysis.
January 28, 2016
Dear Breakaway Broker: Know Your Employment Agreement(s)Whether youre a rep, an RIA or an advisor employer, its wise to understand the legal issues around employment.
January 28, 2016
How to Make Owner-Advisors' Lives Less Lonely at the TopAs firms grow, owner-advisors have to adapt to new roles, which can be good for everyone.
January 27, 2016
Morgan Stanley Grabs Schwab Exec Hassan as New Digital HeadNaureen Hassan was head of Schwab Intelligent Portfolios and oversaw mobile channels.
January 27, 2016
Debate on Fiduciary Is Over; Battle for ‘Best Interest’ Rages OnThe debate on fiduciary duties ended with the DOL rule win. The battle continues over the meaning of fiduciary and best interest.
January 27, 2016
Recruiting Roundup: 3 Advisors Leave Merrill for LPL AffiliateMeanwhile, Southern California-based EP Wealth Advisors merged with Ballou Plum Wealth Advisors.
January 27, 2016
SEC’s Former IM Director Champ to Join Kirkland & EllisSince leaving the Commission, Champ has criticized the SECs planned rule to require third-party advisor audits.