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You and your acronyms: Will a new designation join a long list of financial advisor titles?
YOUR PRACTICE PRACTICE MANAGEMENT SEP 14, 2023
You and your acronyms: Will a new designation join a long list of financial advisor titles?

The M2SD designation was launched in November 2022. Will advisors gravitate to it like they have the CFP and other titles?

Tom Berthel steps down as CEO of Berthel Fisher B-Ds, remains at holding company
YOUR PRACTICE RIAS SEP 14, 2023
Tom Berthel steps down as CEO of Berthel Fisher B-Ds, remains at holding company

Berthel Fisher has been known to sell a variety of alternative investments, which at times can be expensive and volatile.

Citi's new wealth business leader will be one of five in new leadership structure
YOUR PRACTICE PRACTICE MANAGEMENT SEP 14, 2023
Citi's new wealth business leader will be one of five in new leadership structure

Wall Street banking group is simplifying its operating model and leadership structure.

Family offices focusing more on wealth and investment management, says Citi
YOUR PRACTICE PRACTICE MANAGEMENT SEP 13, 2023
Family offices focusing more on wealth and investment management, says Citi

Global survey of family office clients pinpoints current and emerging trends.

SEC hits YieldStreet with $1.9M penalty linked to shipping investment
YOUR PRACTICE ALTERNATIVES SEP 12, 2023
SEC hits YieldStreet with $1.9M penalty linked to shipping investment

YieldStreet failed to disclose heightened risk, according to the SEC.

The role advisors play in their clients' lives
YOUR PRACTICE OPINION SEP 12, 2023
The role advisors play in their clients' lives

The deepest impact advisors make is guiding clients through the various seasons of life.

Does low knowledge of annuities help explain low adoption among advisors?
YOUR PRACTICE OPINION SEP 12, 2023
Does low knowledge of annuities help explain low adoption among advisors?

As advisors' knowledge about annuities increases, so does their perception of these products.

Nine RIA firms fined $850K by SEC for marketing rule violations
YOUR PRACTICE PRACTICE MANAGEMENT SEP 12, 2023
Nine RIA firms fined $850K by SEC for marketing rule violations

The firms were caught in a sweep wrongly advertising hypothetical performance.

Homrich Berg announces C-suite change
YOUR PRACTICE RIAS SEP 12, 2023
Homrich Berg announces C-suite change

Thomas Carroll to replace Andy Berg at the RIA's helm in 2024.

Wealthtender announces acquisition of AGC
YOUR PRACTICE FINTECH SEP 12, 2023
Wealthtender announces acquisition of AGC

The partnership will provide financial advisors with digital marketing tools and access to a community of peers.

What problems? Violations in NASAA sweep exams fall dramatically
YOUR PRACTICE PRACTICE MANAGEMENT SEP 11, 2023
What problems? Violations in NASAA sweep exams fall dramatically

States found lower rates of problems with investment advisors across numerous categories.

Goldman confirms rumors of Laurence Stein's departure
YOUR PRACTICE PRACTICE MANAGEMENT SEP 11, 2023
Goldman confirms rumors of Laurence Stein's departure

Goldman’s executive vice president and chief operating officer of its asset and wealth management division is retiring amid a wave of changes at the firm.

AssetMark CEO Natalie Wolfsen leaves for top job at Orion
YOUR PRACTICE FINTECH SEP 08, 2023
AssetMark CEO Natalie Wolfsen leaves for top job at Orion

As Wolfsen succeeds founder Eric Clarke as CEO of Orion, AssetMark announces she will be replaced by Michael Kim, a 13-year veteran of the company.

Flourish Cash increases FDIC coverage, interest rate to meet advisor demand
YOUR PRACTICE FINTECH SEP 08, 2023
Flourish Cash increases FDIC coverage, interest rate to meet advisor demand

Independent advisors can use Flourish to offer clients 5% APY on cash and up to $10 million in FDIC insurance.

Goldman underperformers could be out next month
YOUR PRACTICE PRACTICE MANAGEMENT SEP 08, 2023
Goldman underperformers could be out next month

The Wall Street bank is likely to shed 1% to 5% of its workforce in annual review.

Vetting fund managers on DEI: Why it matters
YOUR PRACTICE PRACTICE MANAGEMENT SEP 07, 2023
Vetting fund managers on DEI: Why it matters

Diversity, equity and inclusion is increasingly important to many advisors and their clients.

Osaic nabs veteran Wells Fargo group managing $600 million in Michigan
YOUR PRACTICE BROKER DEALERS SEP 07, 2023
Osaic nabs veteran Wells Fargo group managing $600 million in Michigan

Labor Day weekend is a traditional time for financial advisors to leave one firm and be recruited by another.

Create a Sustainable Practice by Developing New Talent
YOUR PRACTICE PRACTICE MANAGEMENT SEP 07, 2023
Create a Sustainable Practice by Developing New Talent

If you’re looking to scale your business or build a lasting legacy, you’ll want to expand your thinking and formulate a plan for more than just adding new clients. One thing to consider for long-term growth is hiring an associate advisor.

Commonwealth expands Talent Exchange Initiative
YOUR PRACTICE PRACTICE MANAGEMENT SEP 06, 2023
Commonwealth expands Talent Exchange Initiative

The firm aims to connect its advisors with a new generation of talent.

SEC provides road map for investment advisory firm examinations
YOUR PRACTICE RIAS SEP 06, 2023
SEC provides road map for investment advisory firm examinations

'I can’t recall when they’ve been so explicit about what they do and why they choose a firm for examination,' a compliance expert says.