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An old bond strategy is new again  — and it's good as gold
NEWS OPINION JAN 13, 2021
An old bond strategy is new again — and it's good as gold

A fledgling operation is hoping to turn back the clock by introducing gold bonds that are purchased and repaid with actual gold, a common practice about 90 years ago before FDR’s Gold Reserve Act put the kibosh on all the fun.

Investing depends upon a stable government
NEWS OPINION JAN 11, 2021
Investing depends upon a stable government

Clients look to advisers for stability — especially when everything we thought as a nation about our republic was thrown into question in just a few short hours

Driving progress during an unprecedented year
NEWS OPINION JAN 07, 2021
Driving progress during an unprecedented year

The challenges of the pandemic were magnified by the implementation of the SEC's Reg BI

Robinhood exec walks through regulatory revolving door
NEWS OPINION JAN 06, 2021
Robinhood exec walks through regulatory revolving door

The online trading platform’s popularity has skyrocketed over the last several months, but its fast growth has also generated increased regulatory scrutiny

Wishing you a successful new year
NEWS OPINION JAN 06, 2021
Wishing you a successful new year

Given all that happened last year, many advisers are coming up with different metrics for success in 2021

Strategic delegating is key to success
NEWS OPINION JAN 05, 2021
Strategic delegating is key to success

There's nothing worse than workaholic leaders gumming up the works because they won’t delegate

Mapping your firm's future
NEWS OPINION DEC 31, 2020
Mapping your firm's future

When thinking about your firm’s strategy, consider where you stand on the 4 Ps — personalization, purpose, private markets and portfolio construction

How IN's new fintech reporter tackled the beat — virtually
NEWS OPINION DEC 30, 2020
How IN's new fintech reporter tackled the beat — virtually

Starting a new job amid a pandemic, I’ve had to rethink how to thrive, virtually, with technology as my trusty tool to succeed

Automation can elevate the client experience
NEWS OPINION DEC 28, 2020
Automation can elevate the client experience

For advisers who want to serve more clients without sacrificing their client experience, automation is critical

Finra licensing policy puts women at a disadvantage amid COVID
NEWS OPINION DEC 23, 2020
Finra licensing policy puts women at a disadvantage amid COVID

Taking time off to have a child, care for a family member or provide home schooling amid the pandemic can derail a career in finance.

‘Adoption is the next innovation’: Forecasting fintech in 2021 and beyond
NEWS OPINION DEC 22, 2020
‘Adoption is the next innovation’: Forecasting fintech in 2021 and beyond

The use of new technologies and solutions will mean fundamental shifts in the financial services industry

Brokers, tell the B-D when selling cannabis investments
NEWS OPINION DEC 21, 2020
Brokers, tell the B-D when selling cannabis investments

Don't risk letting your career go up in smoke

Robinhood isn't gamifying the markets. It's democratizing them
NEWS OPINION DEC 18, 2020
Robinhood isn't gamifying the markets. It's democratizing them

The fintech led a movement to virtually eliminate commissions, cut racial investing disparities in half and dramatically increase stock ownership among investors

3 steps to leverage year-end planning and kick-start 2021
NEWS OPINION DEC 17, 2020
3 steps to leverage year-end planning and kick-start 2021

Things that every adviser should consider to make the most of their end-of-year planning

How the pandemic moved us out of the newsroom and turned everyone into a bureau chief
NEWS OPINION DEC 16, 2020
How the pandemic moved us out of the newsroom and turned everyone into a bureau chief

My colleagues get a sense of what it's like to orbit outside our New York City headquarters

Tips for guarding your devices from  cyberattacks
NEWS OPINION DEC 15, 2020
Tips for guarding your devices from cyberattacks

Sophisticated cyberthreats and scams are on the rise, making it more important than ever to protect devices

Prep your firm for sale, even if you don't plan to sell
NEWS OPINION DEC 15, 2020
Prep your firm for sale, even if you don't plan to sell

Fixing up the business will make your work more enjoyable and your firm more profitable

Wrap up, rest and reset: Getting ready for 2021
NEWS OPINION DEC 14, 2020
Wrap up, rest and reset: Getting ready for 2021

Your plan for 2021 should focus heavily on how you are going to market and meet virtually

Advisers must examine college savings strategies to get clients to their goals
NEWS OPINION DEC 14, 2020
Advisers must examine college savings strategies to get clients to their goals

Schooling remains crucial for career prospects, but with tuition sky high many parents are questioning college savings and the value of an education

Diversity, equity and inclusion: Why I care
NEWS OPINION DEC 11, 2020
Diversity, equity and inclusion: Why I care

Take steps to get to know other cultures and diverse groups, and learn how you can best support them