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Merrill Sues Dynasty, Schwab Over $129 Billion Breakaway

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A suit followed an announcement that 160 breakaway advisors are launching their own RIA called OpenArc.

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AI Bots Passed the CFA Level III Exam. An Estate-Planning Test Was a Different Story

Performance gaps underscore the critical need for continued human oversight in financial decision-making.

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How Next-Gen Advisors Are Breaking Into the Industry

Early career advisors discuss what they need to succeed and how their generation thinks about finances.

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What to Ask During Client Discovery Meetings

Open-ended queries allow clients to reflect on their financial situation and goals — possibly in ways they’ve never even considered.

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Can AI Lead Generation Ignite Organic Growth for Advisors?

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With organic growth rates flatlining, AI promises to both broaden the search for new clients and identify prospects within a firm’s niche.

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Sports Stars Turned Advisors Help Guide Next-Gen Athletes

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Seeing first-hand the troubles even the most well-paid athletes can endure, many former pros feel a responsibility to advise today’s rookies.

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States With the Highest AUM Potential Per Advisor

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Recent industry research based on household net worth data shows certain states have higher AUM potential than others.

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Succession Planning Vacuum Risks Alienating RIA Clients, Next-Gen Leaders

Just 6% of advisors nearing retirement have a fully documented succession plan, raising the risk that their businesses will lose clients and struggle to find leaders.

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