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.
Bill Seeks to Modernize Advisor Payment Rules
By Melanie WaddellThe Clarity for Compensation Act would "permanently allow commission payments to be made directly to advisors' business entities."
December 10, 2025
With Biden-Era Fiduciary Rule Dropped, What Comes Next?Labor said it intends to issue a revised standard around May, leaving many advisors unclear about compliance obligations.
December 10, 2025
With Biden-Era Fiduciary Rule Dropped, What Comes Next?Labor said it intends to issue a revised standard around May, leaving many advisors unclear about compliance obligations.
December 10, 2025
Wealth Managers Add Services, and Fees, to Meet UHNW Demand: CerulliFirms are adding nontraditional offerings along with business and foundation planning, new research finds.
December 09, 2025
Wealth Managers Add Services, and Fees, to Meet UHNW Demand: CerulliFirms are adding nontraditional offerings along with business and foundation planning, new research finds.
November 24, 2025
Schwab Mulls Platform Fee for ETF IssuersThe firm says it is "thoughtfully evaluating ETF issuer fees." Sources expect the fee structure to align with Fidelity's.
November 05, 2025
Wall Street Bonuses Projected to Jump for Second Straight YearStrong demand for wealth management could boost incentive pay by as much as 10% in 2025.
October 29, 2025
Ex-Morgan Stanley Advisors Sue DOL in Deferred Comp Case"The government isn’t supposed to take a side on an issue like this," a lawyer for the advisors says.