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CFP Board seeks time limit on reinstating suspended mark
PRACTICE MANAGEMENT NOV 14, 2022
CFP Board seeks time limit on reinstating suspended mark

The organization is continuing to update its enforcement procedures to align with the revised code of conduct that went into force in 2020.

Former chief compliance officer at RIA guilty of $500,000 fraud
RIAS NOV 14, 2022
Former chief compliance officer at RIA guilty of $500,000 fraud

According to several news websites, Jennifer Campbell had worked at Pratt Collard Buck Advisory Group, a firm in Buffalo, New York, that closed at the end of last year.

GWG chiefs bolt in middle of bankruptcy
ALTERNATIVES NOV 14, 2022
GWG chiefs bolt in middle of bankruptcy

Over the past 12 months, the company's shares have fallen from a high of $10.55 to Monday's price of $1.03.

FTX collapse fails to derail investments into crypto funds
ALTERNATIVES NOV 14, 2022
FTX collapse fails to derail investments into crypto funds

Crypto bulls see the sell-off as a buying opportunity and distinguish the offshore platform from regulated funds and U.S.-based platforms.

Fintech Bytes: Crypto collapses, Envestnet eyes custody business, SEI adds UMAs
ALTERNATIVES NOV 11, 2022
Fintech Bytes: Crypto collapses, Envestnet eyes custody business, SEI adds UMAs

A roundup of the week's top fintech news, including crypto's collapse, Envestnet's custodian plans and SEI adding UMAs.

3 ways advisers can get the most out of hybrid work
OPINION NOV 11, 2022
3 ways advisers can get the most out of hybrid work

Regardless of whether you connect with clients in person or virtually, the fundamentals of establishing relationships and building trust remain the same.

SEC exams director reticent about how agency will probe marketing rule
PRACTICE MANAGEMENT NOV 11, 2022
SEC exams director reticent about how agency will probe marketing rule

But a former SEC official told the audience at the ComplyConnect conference in Austin not to expect the agency to be lenient in initial exams.

Digital RIA Savvy attracts $11 million in venture capital
FINTECH NOV 10, 2022
Digital RIA Savvy attracts $11 million in venture capital

Savvy isn’t a consumer-facing robo-adviser or a wealth fintech building tech for other RIAs; instead, it's a fairly classic RIA with proprietary technology built entirely in-house.

Merrill Lynch to drop unpopular pay hurdle in 2023
PRACTICE MANAGEMENT NOV 10, 2022
Merrill Lynch to drop unpopular pay hurdle in 2023

Known as the '3% investment policy,' the rule acted as a modest — if nagging — monthly charge on the revenue advisers generated.

FiComm, FMG partner to train advisers in digital marketing
FINTECH NOV 10, 2022
FiComm, FMG partner to train advisers in digital marketing

The training will help advisers improve their marketing, as well as teaching them to develop video content and launch podcasts and events.

How to give gifts that will delight clients
OPINION NOV 10, 2022
How to give gifts that will delight clients

Consider skipping the classic fruit basket, and think of new, memorable ways to wow clients this holiday season.

SEC exams director warns advisers to strengthen cyber defenses
FINTECH NOV 09, 2022
SEC exams director warns advisers to strengthen cyber defenses

Richard Best tells an audience of compliance professionals that online attacks pose a threat to firms of all sizes.

No fee model is perfect: RIA Summit 2022
RIAS NOV 09, 2022
No fee model is perfect: RIA Summit 2022

The goal is for independent registered investment advisers to explain to clients simply and transparently what they're paying for services provided.

Establishing expectations for clients is key
OPINION NOV 09, 2022
Establishing expectations for clients is key

If advisers don't set expectations when they first meet with clients, clients will create their own, and odds are they'll be disappointed.

Merrill team managing $160 million joins Raymond James
BROKER DEALERS NOV 09, 2022
Merrill team managing $160 million joins Raymond James

Abbie Osterbur and Niralee Patel are joining the firm’s employee adviser channel in Champaign, Illinois.

Anticipate changes to plans for LGBTQ+ clients
OPINION NOV 09, 2022
Anticipate changes to plans for LGBTQ+ clients

Complications for LGBTQ+ clients are only likely to proliferate with impending legal decisions.

Ameriprise, Dalton Education create military-oriented adviser certification
PRACTICE MANAGEMENT NOV 08, 2022
Ameriprise, Dalton Education create military-oriented adviser certification

The aim is to help more military members and their families reach financial goals.

Avantax attracted 74 indie advisers in third quarter
PRACTICE MANAGEMENT NOV 08, 2022
Avantax attracted 74 indie advisers in third quarter

The firm specializing in tax-related advice draws from advisers and accountants.

What women want in financial services
WOMEN ADVISOR COMMUNITY NOV 08, 2022
What women want in financial services

The financial services industry needs to take into account the unique needs and investing perspectives of women.

FusionIQ rolls out TAMP
FINTECH NOV 07, 2022
FusionIQ rolls out TAMP

The digital platform provides access to alternative investments and fixed income.