WiseBanyan, which markets itself as the first free robo-adviser, has announced it will begin charging clients a fee for a new service.
CEO Bettinger says firm may add mutual funds and individual securities to its Intelligent Portfolios platform.
The original robo will leverage the RIA to offer 401(k) clients human advisers, according to Financial Engines president and CEO Lawrence Raffone.
Hit this year could be big as many client portfolios are down and funds project steep distributions.
The firm explains its aggressive M&A strategy and shares its objectives for its newest subsidiary.
Led by major firms, assets under management forecast to reach $489B by 2020, Cerulli says.
The ETF “heavyweights” are the ones to watch for a possible platform, according to Silver Lane Advisors.
When it comes to 401(k) plans, people want to talk to people.
Two financial planning software firms plan to give advisers option to offload nitty-gritty to clients.
In ultimate Big Brother fashion, Google will analyze your emails — both inbound and outbound.
Robo-adviser, risk assessment and compliance meet on one dashboard.
Those who embrace change and use online tools engage more with clients.
Advisers should consider posting to the popular web site.
Social media has transformed the way we do business, and the way clients and prospects find and engage with their advisers.
The real-time video platform gives clients another way to get acquainted.
IBDs haven't considered digital advice services as important enough to offer their advisers but that may change next year, with at least a couple ramping up to offer a robo in 2016.
A new service lets investors grade advisers based on investment performance, which advisers say may put too much emphasis on investing advice — and maybe even weaken job security.
Firm hopes to roll out full version to advisers before next annual conference in July.
Computers can take the place of people for some tasks, but that can free up employees to strengthen client relationships.
The two powerhouses of financial planning software providers, MoneyGuidePro and eMoney, announced they are integrating with one another after pulling similar plans earlier this year.
