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FINTECH JAN 10, 2017
Garrett Planning Network cuts deal on software that creates comprehensive financial plans

Members of hourly advice group to get discount on fintech aimed at holistic planning.

PRACTICE MANAGEMENT JAN 09, 2017
Tips for working with female clients who are in financially unequal relationships

The importance of your healthy, open communication with the client and the same between her and her partner cannot be overstated.

PRACTICE MANAGEMENT JAN 09, 2017
Outlook 2017: Advisers reveal their hopes and fears for the new year

With a new year, a new government and old regulations, advisers feel more optimistic about the economy than their own books of business.

Finra fines and suspends Wells Fargo adviser who lost job over cyberattack
FINTECH JAN 09, 2017
Finra fines and suspends Wells Fargo adviser who lost job over cyberattack

She transferred $350,000 from a client's account to an imposter in phishing scam without following firm's verification process.

PRACTICE MANAGEMENT JAN 06, 2017
Titles advisers use to play a bigger role in fiduciary regulation

Even opponents of the DOL rule appear to be zeroing in on titles that cause confusion with the investing public.

Raymond James recruits Oregon adviser from Morgan Stanley
RIAS JAN 06, 2017
Raymond James recruits Oregon adviser from Morgan Stanley

Veteran adviser manages $170 million in client assets.

SEC clarifies how funds should disclose fee changes to comply with DOL fiduciary rule
PRACTICE MANAGEMENT JAN 06, 2017
SEC clarifies how funds should disclose fee changes to comply with DOL fiduciary rule

The agency's Division of Investment Management provides guidance on how to communicate changes to sales loads that level compensation for brokers.

RETIREMENT PLANNING JAN 05, 2017
Retirement coaching could improve post-career happiness

Conversations about work and personal fulfillment may lead clients to more successful retirements

Cetera broker-dealer hit with $1.1 million in fines and restitution over sales of unit investment trusts
BROKER DEALERS JAN 05, 2017
Cetera broker-dealer hit with $1.1 million in fines and restitution over sales of unit investment trusts

Investors Capital is in the process of closing down and moving its advisers to another Cetera firm.

Younger investors most willing to pay for financial advice: Cerulli
PRACTICE MANAGEMENT JAN 04, 2017
Younger investors most willing to pay for financial advice: Cerulli

While more investors overall are willing to pay for financial advice today, 79% of those aged 30 to 39 are interested in paying for financial help, according to a recent study.

LIFE INSURANCE AND ANNUITIES JAN 04, 2017
Office of Management and Budget reviewing proposed exemption under DOL fiduciary rule for some indexed annuity distributors

Some indexed annuity distributors are poised to get a shot in the arm from the proposal, which would make it easier for independent agents to sell the annuities under the rule.

Finra slaps Allstate Financial with $1 million fine for array of fumbles
BROKER DEALERS JAN 04, 2017
Finra slaps Allstate Financial with $1 million fine for array of fumbles

The regulator cited a broad breakdown with the firm's failures to supervise client and adviser information.

Wells Fargo eliminates bonuses for advisers selling banking products
PRACTICE MANAGEMENT JAN 04, 2017
Wells Fargo eliminates bonuses for advisers selling banking products

Aspiriant's focus on scale and aggregation makes it a top-tier RIA consolidator
RIAS JAN 03, 2017
Aspiriant's focus on scale and aggregation makes it a top-tier RIA consolidator

CEO Rob Francais turns RIA sellers into owners

Veteran PNC Wealth Management rep goes independent
RIAS JAN 03, 2017
Veteran PNC Wealth Management rep goes independent

$300M adviser launches firm in Naples, Fla., to serve affluent individuals and families.

RIAS JAN 03, 2017
Aspiriant picks up $850M Silicon Valley RIA

Firm's `100-year-plan' includes future deals in March and June, says CEO Rob Francais.

PRACTICE MANAGEMENT JAN 03, 2017
From the C-Suite with Cambridge's Amy Webber: Empowering others to demand improvements

The president of Cambridge Investment Research discusses the culture she is working to foster at the firm and the leadership lessons she has learned.

FINTECH JAN 02, 2017
Finding the Right Ecosystem

BROKER DEALERS DEC 29, 2016
Amy Webber to replace Eric Schwartz as CEO of Cambridge Investment Research

Amy Webber will become the firm's new chief executive, while Mr. Schwartz takes on the role of executive chairman.

PRACTICE MANAGEMENT DEC 29, 2016
Why This May Be the Right Time to Sell Your Practice