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Advisors Are Piling Into the RIA Channel. That May Not Be a Good Thing

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As mega RIAs get bigger, some advisors are saying that the independent channel is beginning to look a lot like Wall Street.

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How to Keep Clients from Supporting Their Children Indefinitely

Some adult children are making a run on the “Bank of Mom and Dad”, and it’s beginning to throw a wrench in clients’ financial plans.

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Jay Shah Steps Down as Edelman Financial Engines CEO

Shah will remain with the company until the end of the year in an advisory capacity.

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Behind Pontera’s Open Letter Calling Out Fidelity Over 401(k) Accounts

Company CEO Yoav Zurel criticised the firm for blocking customers from accessing their 401(k)s.

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Tax Planning Is Table Stakes for Advisors

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Nearly 70% of high-net-worth clients said advisors should help them reduce their taxes, Cerulli found.

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Merrill Sues Dynasty, Schwab Over $129 Billion Breakaway

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

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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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What Clients Need to Know About ETFs

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With assets reaching new heights, advisors need to inform clients about what exchange-traded funds can — and can’t — do.

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Sports Stars Turned Advisors Help Guide Next-Gen Athletes

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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LPL’s Stock Price Sinks as Commonwealth Deal Closes

There have been reports of advisors leaving, as well as a race among competitors for the industry talent that went up for grabs.

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Why 10% of Advisors Plan to Jump Ship This Year

One in 10 advisors is planning to switch jobs in 2025 — and yes, it’s probably Steve.

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