Compensation and Fees
What leading financial advisors, experts and firms are saying about compensation and fees for registered representatives (both independent and employee) and registered investment advisors.
What Separates the Best RIAs From the Rest: Schwab
By John ManganaroAverage RIA assets doubled in the past five years, but that growth isn't spread equally, Schwab's research shows.
October 24, 2022
How to Maintain RIA Independence Amid a Wave of ConsolidationNew client demands, lower trading revenue and a search for economies of scale have triggered increased M&A, but not all firms aim to sell.
October 14, 2022
Will Fidelity Steal Advisors' Rollover Lunch?Fidelity's new platform could lead more retirees to annuitize their 401(k) instead of rolling it into an advised account.
October 03, 2022
Cost-Conscious Investors Open to Using a Robo-AdvisorAmong Americans without a financial advisor, 80% would consider getting a robo-advisor if they knew it would be less costly.
September 29, 2022
10 Best & Worst HSAs for Investing: 2022Morningstar ranked 10 major providers on factors like fees and the quality and variety of investments.
September 27, 2022
15 Services a Good Advisor Brings to the TableYour prospects might be reluctant to pay your fees. Do they know all you can do for them?
September 19, 2022
SEC Warns Investors on Performance ClaimsThe commission tells investors to make sure they understand how performance claims are calculated and presented.
September 13, 2022
Penny Phillips, Dave Welling, Jason Wenk: How to Serve More Clients, BetterThe three CEOs highlight how advisors can embrace change and build trust.