Jessica Mathews

The custodian expects the business to grow quicker in different hands, according to an internal memo.

When it comes to building these relationships, it’s better to start early.

Tapping into these plans is one method used to prevent bankruptcy.

Startup or low-AUM firms have options outside of the big four.

Clients are increasingly favoring accounts suited for emergency spending, research shows.

FINRA, Morningstar and Nasdaq have already migrated to the cloud. Should RIAs follow?

Advisors who once oversaw portfolios for clients anxious to save a dollar now work more frequently with investors saving to see the world.

Grandchildren won't be able to have their own accounts until they are earning their own income, but they can be named beneficiaries.

About 82% of financial advisors are already using financial planning software.

The firm’s new recruits include a 31-year Merrill Lynch veteran.

Advisory groups with over $500 million in client assets dominate the industry. Still, many choose to go it alone.

Investing in technology is an ongoing expense.

The New York-based firm has secured over $62 million in equity funding since its founding in 2014.

The regulator is going back to some of the firms that voluntarily settled, requesting information on revenue sharing.

Morgan Stanley was dragged into the family spat as father and children fought a tug-of-war over two accounts held at the firm.

The value custodians offer RIAs is not going away any time soon, but it is has changed.

Succession planning, reputation and technology proved to be important in the decision-making process for these advisors.

A financial advisor at another firm says he was promised a lower mortgage rate at Bank of America if he deposited money into his Merrill Edge account.

When Redtail Technology moved into its new building 18 months ago, CEO Brian McLaughlin ensured it had homey touches, like comfortable seating, a basketball court and slides.