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Studies show that helping clients plan their charitable giving can strengthen planners' relationships -- and their businesses.

Stocks that have suddenly become predominant in a client's portfolio are prime candidates for a charitable donation.

RBC Wealth Management-U.S. grabbed a trio of financial advisors generating $1.8 million in annual revenue from Oppenheimer & Co.

When helping clients plan their charitable giving, there are two topics advisors need to cover in-depth in their first conversations.

Tax benefits of homeownership are overstated, study finds; plus proposed changes that put Roth IRA advantages at risk and five takeaways on retirement from the midterm elections.

Studies show that helping clients plan their charitable giving can strengthen planners' relationships -- and their businesses.

Stocks that have suddenly become predominant in a client's portfolio are prime candidates for a charitable donation.

Regulators say clearing firm noticed an “irregularity;” SEC says thefts occurred over a 10-year period.

The Chartered Advisor in Philanthropy certification is designed for individuals in a range of fields. Advisors say the designation has helped elevate their conversations with wealthy and philanthropically-minded clients.

How clients and other taxpayers can act to reduce their income taxes, sell stocks for tax-loss harvesting, and recoup overpaid net investment income taxes.