Jeff Benjamin

Jeff Benjamin is a senior columnist who primarily writes about investments and practice management as they relate to the wealth management industry. In addition to news and opinion writing, Jeff also does regular video interviews and is the co-host of The InvestmentNews Podcast, a weekly show that takes listeners behind the scenes of our coverage. He joined InvestmentNews in 2000. Prior to InvestmentNews, Jeff’s career included working as an analyst at Cerulli Associates, and as a reporter for Dow Jones Newswires. Jeff is based in North Carolina and when he isn’t working, he can usually be found playing golf or fishing. Jeff is a former Marine and has a bachelor’s degree in journalism from Central Michigan University.

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A link to ink leads to a tattoo artist advisory niche
NEWS RIAS NOV 29, 2021
A link to ink leads to a tattoo artist advisory niche

Colton Etherton admits he was nervous about carving out such a unique niche, but he now knows he made the right decision.

Cerity Partners adds $5 billion RIA in San Francisco
NEWS RIAS NOV 24, 2021
Cerity Partners adds $5 billion RIA in San Francisco

The addition of Bingham Osborn & Scarborough will push the New York-based aggregator to nearly $40 billion in total RIA assets.

Fintech, direct indexing are bringing ESG into focus
YOUR PRACTICE FINTECH NOV 24, 2021
Fintech, direct indexing are bringing ESG into focus

Research shows technology and customization are helping investors deal with the lack of clarity in the ESG space.

On inflation, advisers hope for the best, prepare for the worst
INVESTING EQUITIES NOV 22, 2021
On inflation, advisers hope for the best, prepare for the worst

With inflation spiking to a 31-year high, financial advisers are taking action in client portfolios.

Wealthspire acquires $2.7 billion Private Ocean
NEWS RIAS NOV 22, 2021
Wealthspire acquires $2.7 billion Private Ocean

With two deals pending, New York-based Wealthspire is approaching $17 billion in total RIA assets.

Acquisition pushes Sequoia Financial over $10 billion
NEWS RIAS NOV 15, 2021
Acquisition pushes Sequoia Financial over $10 billion

The Ohio-based advisory firm adds its second Buckeye State RIA this year with the purchase of NCA Financial Planners.

Breathing new life into old-school 60/40 models
INVESTING EQUITIES NOV 12, 2021
Breathing new life into old-school 60/40 models

As more advisers and pundits lean toward heavier allocations to stocks over bonds, there are still ways and reasons to benefit from fixed income.

CI Financial posts record profits as it moves beyond just buying RIAs
NEWS RIAS NOV 11, 2021
CI Financial posts record profits as it moves beyond just buying RIAs

After acquiring 25 U.S. RIAs over the past 24 months, the Toronto-based aggregator is taking a minority stake in GLASfunds, a $1 billion alternative investments platform.

Military vets best served by those who have served
YOUR PRACTICE PRACTICE MANAGEMENT NOV 11, 2021
Military vets best served by those who have served

In the ultimate niche advisory strategy, veterans are stepping in to help current and former members of the military navigate the nuanced world of financial planning.

CI Financial notches 25th deal in 24 months
NEWS RIAS NOV 10, 2021
CI Financial notches 25th deal in 24 months

The Toronto-based mega buyer adds $7.5 billion Gofen and Glossberg, growing its U.S. RIA assets to $95 billion.