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LPL raises target for advisors’ bonuses for first time in a decade
NEWS BROKER DEALERS NOV 22, 2024
LPL raises target for advisors’ bonuses for first time in a decade

“LPL has evolved significantly over the last decade and still wants to scale up,” says one industry executive.

Broker was barred, then allegedly siphoned cash from senior’s account
NEWS BROKER DEALERS NOV 22, 2024
Broker was barred, then allegedly siphoned cash from senior’s account

“After learning about a bad actor who is barred, the securities industry should have a responsibility to put clients on notice,” one lawyer said.

Janney adds $710M with advisor hires, unveils new Chicago branch office
NEWS BROKER DEALERS NOV 22, 2024
Janney adds $710M with advisor hires, unveils new Chicago branch office

The firm has welcomed additions from UBS, Baird, and other firms while establishing a new base for its Midwestern expansion.

Cetera welcomes $300M investment advisor rep as five advisors depart
NEWS RIAS NOV 21, 2024
Cetera welcomes $300M investment advisor rep as five advisors depart

The broker-dealer's latest addition, a 24-year veteran based in Missouri, is leveraging the firm's RIA Blueprint platform.

LPL expands Ohio footprint as advisor team departs Osaic
NEWS BROKER DEALERS NOV 20, 2024
LPL expands Ohio footprint as advisor team departs Osaic

The latest team to join the broker-dealer giant's network in the Midwest previously managed $350 million.

$38B Carson Group strengthens Midwest presence with MAG Wealth Management expansion
NEWS BROKER DEALERS NOV 20, 2024
$38B Carson Group strengthens Midwest presence with MAG Wealth Management expansion

The strategic deal forms a new $350 million Carson Wealth location in Minnesota while showcasing its model for advisor growth and succession planning.

MassMutual welcomes back family-run advisory practice from Osaic
NEWS BROKER DEALERS NOV 19, 2024
MassMutual welcomes back family-run advisory practice from Osaic

The boomerang team serving high-net-worth clients in Southern California is returning to the broker-dealer giant after more than two decades.

Broker settles Finra Reg BI allegations involving GWG bond sales
NEWS BROKER DEALERS NOV 18, 2024
Broker settles Finra Reg BI allegations involving GWG bond sales

The broker sold the speculative, illiquid GWG L bonds to four customers, despite the bonds not being suitable for them, Finra stated.

LPL welcomes 2,800 Prudential advisors with completed integration pact
NEWS BROKER DEALERS NOV 18, 2024
LPL welcomes 2,800 Prudential advisors with completed integration pact

Following a $300 million investment, LPL is set to gain $60 billion in assets from Prudential's broker-dealer and RIA business.

Cetera extends credit union network with Eglin partnership
NEWS BROKER DEALERS NOV 15, 2024
Cetera extends credit union network with Eglin partnership

The broker-dealer giant's latest partner in Florida represents 125,000 members with over $2.8 billion in assets.

Ex-Miami broker pleads guilty to money laundering charges
NEWS BROKER DEALERS NOV 15, 2024
Ex-Miami broker pleads guilty to money laundering charges

A former Merrill Lynch broker, John Christopher Polit, helped launder bribe money for his father, according to reports.

Raymond James nabs more Edward Jones advisors in Washington
NEWS BROKER DEALERS NOV 14, 2024
Raymond James nabs more Edward Jones advisors in Washington

The wealth management giant has bolstered its independent advisor arm again with the latest additions in the Pacific Northwest.

Avantax adds former LPL advisor in South Carolina
NEWS BROKER DEALERS NOV 14, 2024
Avantax adds former LPL advisor in South Carolina

The Cetera subsidiary continues to demonstrate the appeal of its tax focus with its latest independent advisor addition in the East Coast.

Wedbush taps B. Riley alum as Northeast market manager
NEWS BROKER DEALERS NOV 13, 2024
Wedbush taps B. Riley alum as Northeast market manager

The firm's newly appointed regional leader, part of its latest addition in Philadelphia, will spearhead its expansion in the East Coast.

LPL swipes $540M advisor duo from US bank
NEWS BROKER DEALERS NOV 13, 2024
LPL swipes $540M advisor duo from US bank

The broker-dealer giant's latest breakaway additions in San Diego, California are joining an existing team while opening a new office location.

Stifel loses another big arbitration lawsuit involving star Miami broker
NEWS BROKER DEALERS NOV 12, 2024
Stifel loses another big arbitration lawsuit involving star Miami broker

“Stifel Financial made no offer to settle,” the client's attorney said.

NEWS BROKER DEALERS NOV 12, 2024
Commonwealth scoops up $550M advisor team in New York

The independent broker-dealer's latest partner firm, formerly with Cadaret Grant and its acquirer LPL, expects substantial benefits as it streamlines its operations.

Wells Fargo taps TD veteran to help get new RIA unit off the ground
NEWS BROKER DEALERS NOV 08, 2024
Wells Fargo taps TD veteran to help get new RIA unit off the ground

George Tamer, recently named as the "channel enablement leader" at Wells Fargo, worked at TD Ameritrade for 20 years until 2021.

Cetera’s CEO Antoniades stepping down at end of year.
NEWS RIAS NOV 07, 2024
Cetera’s CEO Antoniades stepping down at end of year.

Antoniades’ position as CEO of Cetera Financial Group has been in question since spring of 2023.

Broker-dealer index takes off post-election
NEWS BROKER DEALERS NOV 06, 2024
Broker-dealer index takes off post-election

The results of Tuesday’s election create tailwinds for the wealth management industry.