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.
How Private Equity Ownership Will and Won't Change AssetMark
By John ManganaroTwo top executives from the firm offered ThinkAdvisor an inside look at AssetMark's growth strategy.
September 06, 2024
Here's How Much Financial Planners Were Paid in 2023The median total compensation for CFPs was 10% higher than that of other planners, a study finds.
September 06, 2024
RIA Hid Fee Hikes From Clients, SEC SaysThe firm charged $1.36 million in higher fees it failed to properly disclose, a lawsuit says.
September 05, 2024
A $25 Vanguard Fee Glitch Is Now FixedVanguard says it has refunded customers who were mistakenly charged a new service fee.
September 03, 2024
Fast-Growing Firms Do These Things Well: StudyMany RIAs are focused on moving upmarket, but a new survey warns that might be a mistake.
August 20, 2024
Risks Are Piling Up for Firms' Cash Sweep Programs: ReportThe uptick in litigation and regulatory activities could entail higher costs, which might hurt advisor recruiting deals, an expert says.
August 16, 2024
Complaint Accusing Advisor of Churning Retirees' Accounts DroppedIn the case, an RIA had been blamed for costing a couple over $800,000 through excessive and inappropriate trades.
August 16, 2024
What Advisors Need to Know About the Fiduciary RuleRegulatory uncertainty is real, but practice management efforts can help firms stay ahead of the game, legal experts say.