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YOUR PRACTICE PRACTICE MANAGEMENT JUN 09, 2015
HighTower drops 'network' and 'alliance' terms

Does away with “Network” and “Alliance” channel descriptors after relatively slow start

Thinking about going independent? How to understand RIA options for your practice
YOUR PRACTICE PRACTICE MANAGEMENT JUN 09, 2015
Thinking about going independent? How to understand RIA options for your practice

Here are some things to think about when searching for the right business model for your practice.

YOUR PRACTICE BROKER DEALERS JUN 09, 2015
Cetera factor dampens M&A activity among independent broker-dealers

The ongoing woes of Cetera's parent company, RCS Capital and inflated sale prices expected to deter deals among independent broker-dealers. </br><b><i>(Plus: <a href="//www.investmentnews.com/section/specialreport/20150118/IBDREPORT2015&quot;" target="&quot;_blank&quot;" rel="noopener noreferrer">Don't miss our full 2015 Top IBD special report</a>)</b></i>

SIFMA proposes own standard for brokers to act in clients' best interests
YOUR PRACTICE PRACTICE MANAGEMENT JUN 05, 2015
SIFMA proposes own standard for brokers to act in clients' best interests

Proposal means to counter DOL fiduciary duty with an amended suitability standard.

Finra launches ad campaign for BrokerCheck
YOUR PRACTICE PRACTICE MANAGEMENT JUN 05, 2015
Finra launches ad campaign for BrokerCheck

Critics say promoting database is worthwhile, but that it doesn't have enough information for investors.

YOUR PRACTICE PRACTICE MANAGEMENT JUN 05, 2015
Ex-NFL cornerback Will Allen accused of running Ponzi scheme

SEC alleges the NFL vet and his partner used cash from clients to fill a $7M shortfall in investor payments

YOUR PRACTICE PRACTICE MANAGEMENT JUN 03, 2015
The makeup of independent advisory firms has fundamentally changed

Employee advisers now outnumber firm owners at independent advisory firms &amp;mdash; but warning signs persist.

YOUR PRACTICE PRACTICE MANAGEMENT JUN 03, 2015
Jefferies nabs $1 billion Morgan Stanley duo amid growth push

Hires mark a significant addition to the $6 billion wealth unit at the firm, one year after it brought on a former Morgan Stanley exec as CEO.

YOUR PRACTICE PRACTICE MANAGEMENT JUN 03, 2015
Raymond James' Elwyn downplays acquisitions

Brokerage isn't plotting its own big buys despite moves by competitors, says president of the firm's employee-adviser channel.

Adviser ordered to pay more than $1 million in SEC fraud cases
YOUR PRACTICE PRACTICE MANAGEMENT JUN 03, 2015
Adviser ordered to pay more than $1 million in SEC fraud cases

Sage Advisory Group principal Benjamin Lee Grant agrees to permanent bar.

Making the most of Facebook for your advisory practice
YOUR PRACTICE OPINION JUN 03, 2015
Making the most of Facebook for your advisory practice

Establishing your presence on the site is the first step in making the platform work for you.

YOUR PRACTICE PRACTICE MANAGEMENT JUN 02, 2015
Don't overlook your male clients

Some things to consider when working with men because assuming your male clients are knowledgeable and skilled in money management and investing could be wrong.

YOUR PRACTICE PRACTICE MANAGEMENT JUN 02, 2015
How accurate are economic reports?

U.S. government data are probably not manipulated, despite market participants' suspicions.

YOUR PRACTICE RIAS JUN 02, 2015
The top RIAs pose strong competition to large brokerages

The top of <i>InvestmentNews'</i> annual ranking of fee-only RIAs features traditional firms that collectively pose a threat to the largest brokerages.</br><b><i>(Plus: <a href=&quot;http://www.investmentnews.com/section/specialreport/20150531/RIA201505&quot; target=&quot;_blank&quot;>Our full RIA Rundown 2015 special report</a>)</b></i>

More than ever, advisers make a splash with social media
YOUR PRACTICE FINTECH JUN 02, 2015
More than ever, advisers make a splash with social media

Use of LinkedIn, Facebook and Twitter all up significantly, surveys show

YOUR PRACTICE PRACTICE MANAGEMENT JUN 02, 2015
4 ways to strengthen relationships with affluent women investors

The advice industry has made great progress but there are always opportunities for improvement. It's about dialogue, ongoing conversation and listening.

American Pharoah's Triple Crown chances aside, most racehorses consume more than they pay out
YOUR PRACTICE ALTERNATIVES JUN 01, 2015
American Pharoah's Triple Crown chances aside, most racehorses consume more than they pay out

Most advisers tell clients to think of horse racing as an expensive hobby, not a business venture.

Finra wants to allow online CE training
YOUR PRACTICE PRACTICE MANAGEMENT JUN 01, 2015
Finra wants to allow online CE training

Brokers would be able to conduct continuing education online rather than having to go to a test center.

YOUR PRACTICE PRACTICE MANAGEMENT JUN 01, 2015
Why the Class of '15 may have more to worry about than they thought

New research finds this year's grads will likely see lower wages than cohorts who graduated into better job markets for as long as 15 years.

Finra sends BrokerCheck link rule to SEC
YOUR PRACTICE PRACTICE MANAGEMENT JUN 01, 2015
Finra sends BrokerCheck link rule to SEC

Proposal would require brokerage firms to include links from their websites to a public database containing brokers' histories.