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.
Here's How Much RIAs Pay Their Employees: Schwab
By Jeff BermanRIA firms are increasingly offering more than traditional compensation to compete for talent, according to a report from Schwab.
December 14, 2021
RIAs 'Must Do More to Justify Their Fees': Mariner Wealth's BicknellThe executive also weighs in on working at the office, what books he's reading and his favorite sport.
December 07, 2021
CFP Exams Start March 8The 2022 exam will include an updated list of principal knowledge topics, according to the Certified Financial Planner Board of Standards.
December 03, 2021
Morgan Stanley Adjusts Advisor Incentives for 2022 but Keeps Grid IntactStarting in July, net acquired asset growth will be focused on all client balances.
November 30, 2021
5 Reasons Going RIA Beats the IBD ModelIt's not an accident that the RIA channel is the fastest growing.
November 19, 2021
Employees Demand Better Financial Benefits: Morgan StanleyA survey finds that 61% of employees are paying more attention to financial benefits than they did a year ago.
November 17, 2021
Commissions Will Be Gone Within a Decade: American Portfolios' DolberThe industry veteran and LUMINARIES 2021 winner also says subscription-based services are on the rise.
November 10, 2021
SEC Finds Widespread Advisor Fee Calculation ErrorsErrors included overbilling, double-billing and using outdated fee schedules.