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CI Financial to separate US, Canada units as debt concerns rise
NEWS RIAS NOV 11, 2022
CI Financial to separate US, Canada units as debt concerns rise

The Toronto-based firm said it will use the proceeds of the planned IPO of its US wealth management unit to improve its balance sheet.

SEC bars adviser already sentenced to 6 years in prison
NEWS ALTERNATIVES NOV 11, 2022
SEC bars adviser already sentenced to 6 years in prison

Martin A. Ruiz took $8 million of client money and spent the vast majority of the funds on personal expenses.

Merrill Lynch to drop unpopular pay hurdle in 2023
NEWS PRACTICE MANAGEMENT NOV 10, 2022
Merrill Lynch to drop unpopular pay hurdle in 2023

Known as the '3% investment policy,' the rule acted as a modest — if nagging — monthly charge on the revenue advisers generated.

Adviser duo managing nearly $500 million join Lincoln Financial
NEWS RIAS NOV 10, 2022
Adviser duo managing nearly $500 million join Lincoln Financial

Scott LoPresti and Dean DiPierro, based in Croton-on-Hudson, New York, previously were affiliated with LPL Financial.

FTX implosion raises new alarms about crypto exposure
NEWS ALTERNATIVES NOV 10, 2022
FTX implosion raises new alarms about crypto exposure

While crypto skeptics feel vindicated, a proponent calls the collapse of the world's second-largest digital platform 'very bad news in the short term.'

Midterms result in status quo with a twist on Capitol Hill
NEWS REGULATION AND LEGISLATION NOV 10, 2022
Midterms result in status quo with a twist on Capitol Hill

A push to restore and expand a tax break for investment advice and other issues affecting advisers is likely to be stalled by gridlock.

FPA names Scott Kahan winner of its P. Kemp Fain Jr. Award
NEWS INDUSTRY NEWS NOV 10, 2022
FPA names Scott Kahan winner of its P. Kemp Fain Jr. Award

The planning veteran is being recognized for outstanding achievements in service to society, academia, government and professional activities.

Edward Jones rep goes indie with Raymond James
NEWS BROKER DEALERS NOV 10, 2022
Edward Jones rep goes indie with Raymond James

Adrian John of Seattle, who managed $200 million, is affiliating with the firm's independent adviser channel.

How to identify the best annuity income options
NEWS OPINION NOV 10, 2022
How to identify the best annuity income options

There's increasing interest in employing annuities in retirement plans, but plan sponsors need to review the products carefully.

Crypto market extends losses as Binance drops FTX takeover offer
NEWS ALTERNATIVES NOV 09, 2022
Crypto market extends losses as Binance drops FTX takeover offer

The news that Binance withdrew its offer sent bitcoin to its lowest level since November 2020.

Edelman Financial Engines focuses on tax planning
NEWS RIAS NOV 09, 2022
Edelman Financial Engines focuses on tax planning

Last year, the firm acquired Viridian Advisors, which specializes in comprehensive financial planning and tax planning.

Anxious Americans raising cash, adjusting portfolios: New York Life
NEWS RETIREMENT PLANNING NOV 09, 2022
Anxious Americans raising cash, adjusting portfolios: New York Life

A new study shows 3 in 10 adults made changes to their investment portfolio in the past six months due to market volatility, with 37% of those investors increasing their cash allocations.

No fee model is perfect: RIA Summit 2022
NEWS RIAS NOV 09, 2022
No fee model is perfect: RIA Summit 2022

The goal is for independent registered investment advisers to explain to clients simply and transparently what they're paying for services provided.

Strong millennial demand pushing for increased ESG options in 401(k)s
NEWS RETIREMENT PLANNING NOV 09, 2022
Strong millennial demand pushing for increased ESG options in 401(k)s

66% of millennials would be more likely to contribute to their workplace retirement plan for the first time or increase their contribution if they knew their investments were doing social good.

Merrill team managing $160 million joins Raymond James
NEWS BROKER DEALERS NOV 09, 2022
Merrill team managing $160 million joins Raymond James

Abbie Osterbur and Niralee Patel are joining the firm’s employee adviser channel in Champaign, Illinois.

Anticipate changes to plans for LGBTQ+ clients
NEWS OPINION NOV 09, 2022
Anticipate changes to plans for LGBTQ+ clients

Complications for LGBTQ+ clients are only likely to proliferate with impending legal decisions.

Industry leaders discuss M&A trends at RIA Summit 2022
NEWS INDUSTRY NEWS NOV 08, 2022
Industry leaders discuss M&A trends at RIA Summit 2022

2022 is on pace to be another record year for adviser M&A, but the market is becoming more competitive.

Ameriprise, Dalton Education create military-oriented adviser certification
NEWS PRACTICE MANAGEMENT NOV 08, 2022
Ameriprise, Dalton Education create military-oriented adviser certification

The aim is to help more military members and their families reach financial goals.

Avantax attracted 74 indie advisers in third quarter
NEWS PRACTICE MANAGEMENT NOV 08, 2022
Avantax attracted 74 indie advisers in third quarter

The firm specializing in tax-related advice draws from advisers and accountants.

Bank brokers at former BancorpSouth switching to LPL
NEWS ADVISOR MOVES NOV 08, 2022
Bank brokers at former BancorpSouth switching to LPL

The unit overseeing almost $2.5 billion is joining the team at Cadence Bank, which was already affiliated with LPL.