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AUM Fees May Shrink Next Year. Do Advisors Care?

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Clients with more than $10 million can expect to pay just 66 basis points on their assets in 2026.

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How Early Education is Helping Advisors Promote Racial Equality

Black professionals account for just 2% of Certified Financial Planners in the US, according to industry data.

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Schwab’s Incoming CEO Wurster on ‘Big Shoes’ and Positive Vibes

Rick Wurster has been with Schwab since 2016 and is set to take the helm of the almost $10 trillion discount brokerage in January.

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Inside Wells Fargo’s Bet on Independent Advisors

The wirehouse’s independent channel has become the fastest growing segment of its wealth management unit and helped retain advisors.

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Becoming a Pro Athlete Is Hard Work. So Is Managing Their Finances.

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An athlete’s income is generally earned quickly, and their careers can end just as fast.

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More Than 75% of Advisors Will Work off Fees by Next Year

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Commission-based compensation structures are used by just 23% of advisors today, according to a Cerulli report.

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The Real Problem Behind Succession Planning

The realities of an aging advisor demographic — combined with intense interest in RIA businesses from buyers — are changing the game.

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