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The question ties into so many of the factors that distinguish large and small firms, various client niches and decisions about whether or not to hire staff.

Prepping clients for natural disasters and climate emergencies should start with coverage and end with estate planning.

Accountants who advise private equity clients will want to be aware of what these mean for private equity sponsors and their portfolio companies.

Allowing artificial intelligence to make investment management decisions poses an organizational threat, according to the majority of advisors in Financial Planning's AI Readiness Survey.

Also remarkable: the size of the teams that are leaving and the types of firms benefiting from the defections, a new report from Diamond Consultants finds.

The fact that many financial advisors say they do not provide tax planning belies how much value they may add through that service, according to an expert.

Wells Fargo CEO Charlie Scharf also points to investments into the firm's independent channel as helping to retain advisors and curtail departures to other firms.

A new study finds many Americans are risking their own retirement security and health to support family members — with Gen X workers most at risk.

Tips and tricks on building a successful niche: This week, Andrew Barninger of Personal Wealth Advisory shares insights on financial planning for business owners looking for an exit.