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How to make the most out of video calls
YOUR PRACTICE OPINION SEP 02, 2022
How to make the most out of video calls

If you’re one of the many advisers thinking about making this practice a regular occurrence, make sure the experience is both high quality and compliant.

Overconfident, underinformed Americans prefer amateur advice
YOUR PRACTICE PRACTICE MANAGEMENT SEP 02, 2022
Overconfident, underinformed Americans prefer amateur advice

'Moments of truth' can overcome the reluctance of many consumers to approach a financial adviser.

5 questions advisers should ask to make SEC audits as seamless as possible
YOUR PRACTICE OPINION SEP 01, 2022
5 questions advisers should ask to make SEC audits as seamless as possible

By using a proactive approach, firms not only save time and minimize risk, but they also instill confidence into their team from the top down.

Schwab creates scholarship for underrepresented CFPs
YOUR PRACTICE PRACTICE MANAGEMENT SEP 01, 2022
Schwab creates scholarship for underrepresented CFPs

Up to 16 awards, with up to $10,000 to be awarded per student, will be given each year, CFP Board says.

Finra names Nathaniel Stankard chief of staff for regulatory operations
YOUR PRACTICE PRACTICE MANAGEMENT SEP 01, 2022
Finra names Nathaniel Stankard chief of staff for regulatory operations

The executive, who had been senior adviser to Finra CEO Robert Cook, will spearhead regulatory integration.

Goldman, Morgan Stanley move to return employees to office by easing Covid rules
YOUR PRACTICE PRACTICE MANAGEMENT AUG 31, 2022
Goldman, Morgan Stanley move to return employees to office by easing Covid rules

The two investment banks both told staff that they will lift some of their remaining Covid-19 mitigation efforts after the Labor Day weekend.

Succession planning isn't driving all M&A
YOUR PRACTICE OPINION AUG 30, 2022
Succession planning isn't driving all M&A

The economics are attractive right now, and many advisers see a better future for virtually everyone involved if they join forces with a larger firm.

Kovack Advisors pays $900,000 to settle SEC charges over wrap program
YOUR PRACTICE PRACTICE MANAGEMENT AUG 30, 2022
Kovack Advisors pays $900,000 to settle SEC charges over wrap program

The agency charged the firm with failing to monitor whether wrap-fee accounts were in the best interests of clients who did little trading.

Wealthspire funds four scholarships to encourage CFP diversity
YOUR PRACTICE RIAS AUG 30, 2022
Wealthspire funds four scholarships to encourage CFP diversity

The New York-based RIA will provide four awards per year of up to $5,000 per student for individuals pursuing their CFP certification.

Raymond James expands education program with new Tech Savvy track
YOUR PRACTICE FINTECH AUG 30, 2022
Raymond James expands education program with new Tech Savvy track

Financial advisers will receive advanced training on integrated practice management platforms.

NAPFA teams with FP Transitions to offer succession planning help
YOUR PRACTICE PRACTICE MANAGEMENT AUG 29, 2022
NAPFA teams with FP Transitions to offer succession planning help

The custom program will provide the group's fee-only planners with counseling and matching, including an annual valuation and an annual continuity plan.

Commonwealth taps ex-LPL attorney for cybersecurity oversight
YOUR PRACTICE FINTECH AUG 29, 2022
Commonwealth taps ex-LPL attorney for cybersecurity oversight

In the newly created position, Michelle Kelley will lead the firm’s legal department and provide counsel on cybersecurity and privacy laws.

Kovack Securities dinged by Finra for A-share trades
YOUR PRACTICE PRACTICE MANAGEMENT AUG 26, 2022
Kovack Securities dinged by Finra for A-share trades

The firm was fined $210,000 for falling short on its supervision of short-term mutual fund trades, the regulator said.

Women now integrate inflation into intuitive risk assessments
YOUR PRACTICE PRACTICE MANAGEMENT AUG 25, 2022
Women now integrate inflation into intuitive risk assessments

In the wake of the economic and social upheaval of the past two years, more factors play into women's assessments of risk

Mastering the use of social media for client prospecting
YOUR PRACTICE OPINION AUG 24, 2022
Mastering the use of social media for client prospecting

Financial professionals can reach a broader group of prospects — of all ages and in all locations — on their social media channels with fewer mechanics involved than planning an in-person event.

Scholarship targets people underrepresented in financial planning
YOUR PRACTICE PRACTICE MANAGEMENT AUG 23, 2022
Scholarship targets people underrepresented in financial planning

The CFP Board Center for Financial Planning and Mission Wealth Management launched a program that will award $5,000 scholarships to students seeking the credential.

'Wait, you can do that?' 3 of the biggest eye-openers for breakaways
YOUR PRACTICE OPINION AUG 22, 2022
'Wait, you can do that?' 3 of the biggest eye-openers for breakaways

Here are some of the things about working as an independent adviser that may surprise those who've made the jump from a wirehouse.

Hightower leverages life of obscure artist to deliver message for women
YOUR PRACTICE RIAS AUG 22, 2022
Hightower leverages life of obscure artist to deliver message for women

A client event features the life and art of Suzie Zuzek, the woman who designed the fabrics used in Lilly Pulitzer's clothing line.

David Lerner's latest proprietary fund snag
YOUR PRACTICE ALTERNATIVES AUG 22, 2022
David Lerner's latest proprietary fund snag

The brokerage firm's in-house energy fund, Energy 11 L.P., reports $45 million in 'unpaid distributions' to investors.

New regulations for the new reality
YOUR PRACTICE FINTECH AUG 22, 2022
New regulations for the new reality

Finra has proposed a pilot program for firms that want to continue remote inspections, in line with the seemingly permanent use of remote work.