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A deeper understanding of how to deploy robo technology is needed if a firm plans on offering a digital institutional solution, says Envestnet CEO Jud Bergman.

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The new exec will advise wealthy individuals and families on tax and estate planning, investing, private banking, financial reporting and fiduciary services.

With the full retirement age increased, the advantages of waiting until age 70 have been somewhat diminished.

Policy owners who take out loans may need a rescue — but not all life preservers are created equal.

The planner, joining from Robertson Stephens, also has worked for UBS and Merrill Lynch.

The biggest product in that category suffered over $161 million in outflows on Wednesday; its largest one-day withdrawal on record.

Advisers will create strategies and communicate the advice. Software will handle the execution and maintenance of the strategies.

With a deep résumé representing Wall Street firms, Jay Clayton is seen as a business-friendly choice not expected to push major new regulations or ramp up RIA exams.

The former broker, who pleaded guilty to securities fraud last month, allegedly promised clients returns of up to 15% and used proceeds for personal expenses.