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FINTECH JAN 20, 2014
Technology dilemma for advisers: Better software, tougher choices

What were once considered extra features have now become as much of a must-have as the seat warmers on new cars.

FINTECH JAN 20, 2014
Defeating robo-advisers will take more than a pulse

At this week's T3 conference, digital disruption evoked both fear and complacency. The mere fact that you're human being isn't a sustainable competitive advantage. But that's not the whole story. Can robo-advisers be defeated, and should they be?

PRACTICE MANAGEMENT JAN 20, 2014
Generating client leads online: Give it away

Making free but valuable content available to potential prospects is the key, panel says

FINTECH JAN 19, 2014
Seizing opportunities in social media

BROKER DEALERS JAN 19, 2014
Compliance efforts help some independent broker-dealers avoid regulators

RIAS JAN 17, 2014
Breaking up is hard to do – especially in business

The best way avoid a split is to have a longer "courtship."

PRACTICE MANAGEMENT JAN 16, 2014
DC: No country for non-specialists

FINTECH JAN 16, 2014
Don't blanch: Social networks can be good for your company

Enterprise social networks can be used in myriad ways. By fostering communications and easing knowledge sharing, they ultimately can boost productivity and profitability. And that's a good thing.

PRACTICE MANAGEMENT JAN 16, 2014
Gay and lesbian investors still not working with financial advisers

Despite the growing recognition of same-sex marriage in the United States and the considerable wealth these individuals hold, most gay and lesbian investors still are not working with financial advisers, according to a new poll released Tuesday.

FINTECH JAN 16, 2014
Facebook's five-star ratings: The end of business pages for advisers?

Should you be nervous about the social media giant's new rating system that allows users to evaluate your business? In a word, yes.

PRACTICE MANAGEMENT JAN 16, 2014
States continue to claim their share through the estate tax

PRACTICE MANAGEMENT JAN 16, 2014
Women advisers: 'Take that step forward'

Women have no less ambition, rights activist said at symposium aimed at helping female advisers build successful businesses.

FINTECH JAN 16, 2014
Defend your online reputation before it's too late

One black mark can cause problems so lay the foundation now to prevent trouble later.

PRACTICE MANAGEMENT JAN 16, 2014
Female clients explain what they value in an adviser

Personal approach beats out performance because respect and clear communication are key.

RIAS JAN 15, 2014
3 succession planning scenarios advisers must consider

Whether you're considering retirement, leaving the profession or building your business through a merger or acquisition, the decisions you make during your self-evaluation will serve as a barometer as you establish your succession plan.

OPINION JAN 15, 2014
How financial advisers should focus their core values

The most important stake that you'll drive into the ground in support of your company's foundation should be comprised of your core values. But what exactly are these core values, and when it comes to developing them, who precisely should they be created for?

RIAS JAN 15, 2014
Teaching young advisers how to fish for new business

Firms need to support advisers as they learn to be the rainmakers of the future. It certainly won't happen overnight, but it will happen if there is a continuing commitment to change – both on the part of the firm, and the adviser. Check out four simple steps for success.

PRACTICE MANAGEMENT JAN 15, 2014
New Merrill Lynch comp plan rewards teams

Merrill Lynch will reward teams that double their revenue in the five years after 2013 with a shared payout equal to 10% of the team's incremental revenue growth.

PRACTICE MANAGEMENT JAN 14, 2014
Critics say House bill would create 'Wild West' for private placements

Legislation exempts from SEC registration small-business M&A brokers.

FINTECH JAN 14, 2014
IBM's Watson makes the jump from Jeopardy to financial planning

Supercomputer can sort through vast amounts of information, giving advisers more time with clients.