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Goldman probed by SEC over messages sent using unapproved services
YOUR PRACTICE PRACTICE MANAGEMENT FEB 25, 2022
Goldman probed by SEC over messages sent using unapproved services

In December, the SEC and CFTC imposed $200 million in fines on JPMorgan Chase over messaging apps.

5 essentials to secure the best valuation for your firm
YOUR PRACTICE OPINION FEB 25, 2022
5 essentials to secure the best valuation for your firm

If you're thinking of selling, you should be considering factors like the rate at which your firm is growing, your relationship with your employees, the age of your clients and the state of your tech stack.

Firms outline DEI efforts for Black History Month
YOUR PRACTICE PRACTICE MANAGEMENT FEB 25, 2022
Firms outline DEI efforts for Black History Month

Financial services companies recognize Black History Month, and DiversityQ has guidance for being a better ally.

Gold emerges once again as rock of stability amid market unrest
YOUR PRACTICE ALTERNATIVES FEB 24, 2022
Gold emerges once again as rock of stability amid market unrest

The precious metal is up 4.3% this year, which compares to the 11% drop in the S&P 500 Index.

Financial steps to help close the racial wealth gap
YOUR PRACTICE OPINION FEB 24, 2022
Financial steps to help close the racial wealth gap

While the Covid-19 pandemic brought financial challenges for many Americans, African Americans and people of color faced more financial emergencies with fewer economic resources.

Financial advisers downplay geopolitical unrest while preparing for the worst
YOUR PRACTICE RIAS FEB 24, 2022
Financial advisers downplay geopolitical unrest while preparing for the worst

Financial markets are reacting to Russia's invasion of Ukraine, while market watchers dissect the bigger picture.

Credit union managing $245 million goes to Raymond James
YOUR PRACTICE BROKER DEALERS FEB 24, 2022
Credit union managing $245 million goes to Raymond James

A solo adviser, along with seven staff members, runs the First Community Credit Union program in Houston, which had been affiliated with CUNA Brokerage Services.

CFA Institute unveils DEI code for investment firms
YOUR PRACTICE PRACTICE MANAGEMENT FEB 24, 2022
CFA Institute unveils DEI code for investment firms

Only a small proportion of the financial services industry includes women and minorities, something the organization would like to change.

Advisers aid widows, fire victims, domestic violence survivors through pro bono work
YOUR PRACTICE PRACTICE MANAGEMENT FEB 23, 2022
Advisers aid widows, fire victims, domestic violence survivors through pro bono work

The Financial Planning Association says its members increased the hours they spent providing services to at-risk populations by 18% last year.

When building a tech stack, best-in-breed isn't always best
YOUR PRACTICE RIAS FEB 23, 2022
When building a tech stack, best-in-breed isn't always best

The RIA Lab panelists offered suggestions on how advisers can navigate the challenges and opportunities of technology integration.

The subconscious power of brand familiarity
YOUR PRACTICE OPINION FEB 23, 2022
The subconscious power of brand familiarity

The more we see a brand, the more we come to recognize it as trustworthy. This applies to financial advisers, too.

HSBC under investigation in US over WhatsApp use
YOUR PRACTICE FINTECH FEB 23, 2022
HSBC under investigation in US over WhatsApp use

Bank cooperating with CFTC probe into business communications. This comes after JPMorgan was fined for messages outside work systems.

Why traveling the world has made me a better adviser
YOUR PRACTICE OPINION FEB 23, 2022
Why traveling the world has made me a better adviser

Each of my adventures has taken time, energy, effort and a willingness to be pushed outside of my comfort zone. The same is true for investing.

Pursuing what matters most when you go independent
YOUR PRACTICE BROKER DEALERS FEB 22, 2022
Pursuing what matters most when you go independent

The trend of breaking away seems to have intensified a year after most employee-advisers were suddenly left without the resources or supervision of daily office life.

Baird adds reps managing $850 million at Morgan Stanley
YOUR PRACTICE BROKER DEALERS FEB 22, 2022
Baird adds reps managing $850 million at Morgan Stanley

A solo adviser joined the firm in Yakima, Washington, and a duo signed on in Durango, Colorado.

To honor Black adviser pioneers, keep growing their ranks
YOUR PRACTICE PRACTICE MANAGEMENT FEB 21, 2022
To honor Black adviser pioneers, keep growing their ranks

Let’s honor Thorvald McGregor, Lilla St. John and other Black pioneers by encouraging and supporting their contemporary counterparts.

Rockefeller adds $850 million Merrill team
YOUR PRACTICE PRACTICE MANAGEMENT FEB 18, 2022
Rockefeller adds $850 million Merrill team

Greenwood Village, Colorado-based Brent Hablutzel and Zachary Bond-Stefo will operate as the Hablutzel Group.

Fintechs dive into digital marketing in post-pandemic world
YOUR PRACTICE FINTECH FEB 18, 2022
Fintechs dive into digital marketing in post-pandemic world

As advisers look to use online tools for prospecting, Commonwealth and Sanctuary team up with Tifin, and AssetMark and eMoney Advisor roll out upgrades.

The latest in financial #AdviserTech — February 2022
YOUR PRACTICE RIAS FEB 17, 2022
The latest in financial #AdviserTech — February 2022

This month’s #AdviserTech roundup includes Wealthfront’s $1.4 billion acquisition by UBS, Gemini’s purchase of Bitria, and a couple of deals related to RIA compliance technology.

Advisers brace for Russian invasion of Ukraine
YOUR PRACTICE PRACTICE MANAGEMENT FEB 17, 2022
Advisers brace for Russian invasion of Ukraine

Stocks fell as President Joe Biden warned of an imminent Russian attack on Ukraine, combined with other concerns, like rising inflation.