Recruiting
Explore the latest industry news and advice that can help financial advisors hire the best employees and find the right partners to help grow their businesses.
These Firms Gained the Most Advisors Since 2021
By Michael S. FischerThe number of firm-switching advisors increased by nearly 4,000 in 2025 from a year earlier, new research finds.
March 25, 2026
11 Predictions for Advisor Movement in 2026Diamond Consultants expects at least one big-name acquisition this year.
March 17, 2026
Edelman Financial Engines to Offer $175M in Equity to Its PlannersThe expanded equity program positions all current and future financial planners as owners, the firm said.
March 13, 2026
Thrivent to Hire 600 Advisors in 2026One in three newcomers this year will likely join as a virtual advisor, the financial services firm said.
March 09, 2026
What to Watch, What to Avoid in This Hot Advisor Deal Market: RecruiterFrank LaRosa discusses the mistakes advisors should avoid and which big firm might be next on the block.
March 05, 2026
Wealth Enhancement Acquires Team With Over $1.2B in Client AssetsThe deal with TFB Advisors marks the firm's expansion into Kansas.
February 27, 2026
NewEdge Adds $1B Ameriprise Team in New YorkLast month, the RIA nabbed a 24-person Ameriprise group with $1.4 billion in client assets in Tennessee.
February 19, 2026
Merrill Says Dynasty Reneged On Arbitrating Dispute Over Mega-TeamMerrill has accused Dynasty, Schwab and former senior employees of raiding a $129 billion unit to start an RIA.