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.
Massachusetts Finalizes Fee Table for RIA Firms
By Bernice NapachThe fee table will be required for all state-registered RIAs to file beginning January 1, 2020.
May 06, 2019
Fund Fees Race to the Bottom: How Low Will They Go?Cerulli explores how client demand for low fees could affect the future of revenue sharing.
April 16, 2019
5 Truths About the Pricing Revolution in Wealth ManagementSchwab's new subscription-based service is a needed shake-up to the industry.
April 05, 2019
Galvin Seeks Feedback on Fee Table for Advisors in MassachusettsOne advisor said the plan sounded like "overkill."
March 04, 2019
Fidelity Faces State Inquiry Over Fees Charged for 401(k) PlansThese are the same fees that, according to a Wall Street Journal story, the Labor Department is investigating.
February 25, 2019
Beware of Hidden Costs in M&A DealsM&A comes with fees, but then there are the hidden fees advisors should be aware of before starting the process.
February 20, 2019
SoFi Now Offering No-Fee Brokerage for Stock and ETF TradesBut an analyst of robo-advisors questions whether the no-fee model is sustainable.
February 11, 2019
Secrets From the Medicare Advantage Producer Comp SpreadsheetsThe average high compensation level for new sales has increased to $453.