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After the crash, dreams die hard for Wall Street crypto bankers
INVESTING ALTERNATIVES DEC 24, 2018
After the crash, dreams die hard for Wall Street crypto bankers

Squeamish from the start about pursuing profits in one of the darker corners of finance, established firms this year slowed their already halting efforts to make a business out of Bitcoin mania.

Surprise tax hit awaits investors in hedge funds
INVESTING ALTERNATIVES DEC 20, 2018
Surprise tax hit awaits investors in hedge funds

As result of new cap on deductions, trader hedge funds like Point72 likely to see increase on their tax bills.

From Ferraris to psychedelics: An alternative investment guide
INVESTING ALTERNATIVES DEC 20, 2018
From Ferraris to psychedelics: An alternative investment guide

If volatility has scared you away from stocks, maybe you should think about investing in batteries for electric vehicles, or crypto-tax software startups.

Surging upfront recruiting checks carry significant risks for independent advisers
INVESTING ALTERNATIVES DEC 19, 2018
Surging upfront recruiting checks carry significant risks for independent advisers

It's crucial for advisers to kick the tires thoroughly on any potential transition, starting with questions about the firm's capabilities, products, support and financials.

SEC, Finra investigating GPB fund raising: sources
INVESTING ALTERNATIVES DEC 18, 2018
SEC, Finra investigating GPB fund raising: sources

Regulators are making inquiries into GPB and the broker-dealers that sold their fund shares, according to sources.

Kestra Financial latest broker-dealer to be put up for sale
INVESTING ALTERNATIVES DEC 14, 2018
Kestra Financial latest broker-dealer to be put up for sale

The independent B-D's owner, Stone Point Capital, has tapped Goldman Sachs to lead the deal.

Whiskey insurance is far from old-fashioned — demand is skyrocketing
INVESTING ALTERNATIVES DEC 13, 2018
Whiskey insurance is far from old-fashioned — demand is skyrocketing

The rise in prices and attendant need for insurance give a view into the changing landscape of alternative investments.

Private-equity firms want SEC to loosen rules on business development companies
INVESTING ALTERNATIVES DEC 12, 2018
Private-equity firms want SEC to loosen rules on business development companies

The industry is lobbying to include a measure forcing the SEC's hand in Congress' end-of-year spending bill.

Ric Edelman is bullish on bitcoin, calls much of the advice industry ignorant of its potential
INVESTING RIAS DEC 12, 2018
Ric Edelman is bullish on bitcoin, calls much of the advice industry ignorant of its potential

The chairman of Edelman Financial Engines says crypto allocations should be small, very long term and investors should be prepared to lose everything.

Ex-Securities America broker suspended for hidden options trades that hurt client
INVESTING ALTERNATIVES DEC 11, 2018
Ex-Securities America broker suspended for hidden options trades that hurt client

The broker recommended that a customer open an account away from Securities America.

Finra exams find fault with sales of variable annuities, nontraded REITs and private placements
INVESTING ALTERNATIVES DEC 07, 2018
Finra exams find fault with sales of variable annuities, nontraded REITs and private placements

Regulator highlights reps engaging in unsuitable product sales and firms not conducting appropriate due diligence.

Alternative strategies prove their worth as stocks turn bearish
INVESTING RIAS DEC 07, 2018
Alternative strategies prove their worth as stocks turn bearish

Long out of favor, liquid alt funds shine as noncorrelated portfolio ballast.

Bitwise launches two new funds to capitalize on dip in cryptocurrency market
INVESTING ALTERNATIVES DEC 05, 2018
Bitwise launches two new funds to capitalize on dip in cryptocurrency market

Funds are built for professional investors sick of waiting for SEC to approve a bitcoin ETF.

Real estate investment firm Direct Source Wealth under investigation in Indiana
INVESTING ALTERNATIVES NOV 29, 2018
Real estate investment firm Direct Source Wealth under investigation in Indiana

Firm is raising millions without state or federal filings.

The gold rush that is reshaping private banking
INVESTING ALTERNATIVES NOV 26, 2018
The gold rush that is reshaping private banking

An explosion in wealth in the wake of the financial crisis has banks targeting the growing ranks of super rich.

Hedge fund investors lose key tax break
INVESTING RETIREMENT PLANNING NOV 21, 2018
Hedge fund investors lose key tax break

Inability to deduct management fees will make the funds, which are struggling this year, even less attractive to investors.

As it works to pull off a merger, FS Investments admits shortcomings
INVESTING ALTERNATIVES NOV 20, 2018
As it works to pull off a merger, FS Investments admits shortcomings

Management makes public statements about weaknesses at company's funds.

Female advisers more likely to consider ESG investing strategies
INVESTING ALTERNATIVES NOV 19, 2018
Female advisers more likely to consider ESG investing strategies

Use of ESG investments is increasing year over year, and women show the highest levels of interest and understanding of their benefits

Auditor walks away from private placement firm GPB Capital
INVESTING ALTERNATIVES NOV 14, 2018
Auditor walks away from private placement firm GPB Capital

A change in auditors can be perceived as a red flag by many investors.

Are advisers investing client assets in Bitcoin?
INVESTING ALTERNATIVES NOV 12, 2018
Are advisers investing client assets in Bitcoin?

The popularity of cryptocurrencies is gaining steam, with large industry players ramping up offerings tailored to institutional investors, but growing investor demand is expected to soon spill over to financial advisers.