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Tax hangover tees up client discussions about new RMD strategies
NEWS RETIREMENT PLANNING APR 27, 2023
Tax hangover tees up client discussions about new RMD strategies

The SECURE 2.0 legislation, tax rates and other changes can pave the way for conversations with clients about strategies around required minimum distributions, Ed Slott says.

Raymond James' 'enhanced savings program' got bump from SVB failure, execs say
NEWS BROKER DEALERS APR 27, 2023
Raymond James' 'enhanced savings program' got bump from SVB failure, execs say

Interest income brought the firm's revenue to a record high during the quarter ended in March, offsetting lower income from asset management fees.

Asset managers hash out the future of the 60/40 portfolio
NEWS EQUITIES APR 27, 2023
Asset managers hash out the future of the 60/40 portfolio

For a lot of investors, moving beyond the classic allocation of 60% stocks and 40% bonds will mean a bigger allocation to alternatives and other active strategies.

Wealth Enhancement buys $1.1 billion Minnesota-based hybrid
NEWS RIAS APR 27, 2023
Wealth Enhancement buys $1.1 billion Minnesota-based hybrid

New Era Financial Advisors has six advisors and offices in Wayzata and Hutchinson.

First Republic plunges on report of buyers for new shares
NEWS EQUITIES APR 27, 2023
First Republic plunges on report of buyers for new shares

The firm's advisors have lined up possible purchasers of new shares in the bank as part of a rescue plan.

Top things advisors need to tell their clients about retiring abroad
NEWS RETIREMENT PLANNING APR 26, 2023
Top things advisors need to tell their clients about retiring abroad

Retirees need to consider a lot more than just the exchange rate, the cuisine and the climate before retiring in a foreign country.

Allworth Financial adds $506 million Kansas-based firm
NEWS RIAS APR 26, 2023
Allworth Financial adds $506 million Kansas-based firm

The purchase of Lawrence-based McDaniel Knutson Financial Partners is Allworth’s 28th deal in five years.

Millennials getting a jump on retirement saving: Natixis survey
NEWS RETIREMENT PLANNING APR 26, 2023
Millennials getting a jump on retirement saving: Natixis survey

The study shows millennials started saving for retirement 11 years earlier in life than baby boomers did.

BlackRock's Dalia Blass leaves for law firm Sullivan & Cromwell
NEWS PRACTICE MANAGEMENT APR 26, 2023
BlackRock's Dalia Blass leaves for law firm Sullivan & Cromwell

Blass, the former head of the SEC's division of investment management, led external affairs at BlackRock for two years.

Advisors want to use alternatives. Here are 3 reasons they aren't
NEWS OPINION APR 26, 2023
Advisors want to use alternatives. Here are 3 reasons they aren't

The investments may fit the times, but lack of choice and transparency, and liability fears help explain why some are dissatisfied with the offerings.

Schwab's Liz Ann Sonders says return to normal could be a rocky ride
NEWS EQUITIES APR 26, 2023
Schwab's Liz Ann Sonders says return to normal could be a rocky ride

Speaking at the Morningstar conference this week, the popular strategist said there are still excesses that need to be wrung out of the economy.

Lumiant acquires longevity and health planning fintech Genivity
NEWS FINTECH APR 26, 2023
Lumiant acquires longevity and health planning fintech Genivity

Genivity's core product creates a customized longevity model based on a client's health risks, lifestyle choices and demographics.

Wells Fargo investors overrule board on annual harassment report
NEWS PRACTICE MANAGEMENT APR 26, 2023
Wells Fargo investors overrule board on annual harassment report

A majority of the bank's investors voted in favor of a shareholder proposal requesting an annual public report on efforts to prevent harassment and discrimination against employees.

Advisor Group makes rebranding campaign official
NEWS BROKER DEALERS APR 26, 2023
Advisor Group makes rebranding campaign official

A new name is forthcoming, and the firm's eight independent broker-dealers will be merged under that new name in 18 months.

Morningstar brings competing model portfolios onto its proprietary platform
NEWS FINTECH APR 25, 2023
Morningstar brings competing model portfolios onto its proprietary platform

BlackRock, T. Rowe Price, Fidelity and Clark Capital will get shelf space alongside Morningstar's own models.

Legislation would allow use of 529 funds to finance training for CFP credential
NEWS RETIREMENT PLANNING APR 25, 2023
Legislation would allow use of 529 funds to finance training for CFP credential

The American Institute of CPAs is also backing the measure because it would cover expenses related to the CPA exam.

Financial industry CEOs earn more as shareholder returns fall
NEWS FINTECH APR 25, 2023
Financial industry CEOs earn more as shareholder returns fall

Higher stock and option awards notched chief executives' pay even higher last year, according to a report from ISS Corporate Solutions.

RBC nabs two First Republic advisors who manage $555 million
NEWS ADVISOR MOVES APR 25, 2023
RBC nabs two First Republic advisors who manage $555 million

Brian Addington will join the firm’s San Francisco office, while Theresa Allen is joining its Newport Beach, California, office.

First Republic grows wealth assets despite advisor departures
NEWS INDUSTRY NEWS APR 25, 2023
First Republic grows wealth assets despite advisor departures

The bank's total wealth management assets rose to $289.5 billion in the first quarter, a 6.7% increase from the previous quarter.

Modern Wealth Management goes from zero to $1.5 billion with first deal
NEWS RIAS APR 25, 2023
Modern Wealth Management goes from zero to $1.5 billion with first deal

The private equity-backed aggregator launched by veterans of Goldman Sachs and United Capital has acquired Barber Financial Group, with $1.5 billion in assets.