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"At least 50% of our assets are three generations or more," explains Bob White of HighTower.

Surviving spouses will either receive their own Social Security benefit or the survivor's benefit, whichever is higher. But they also may get pushed to a higher tax bracket, which. in turn, could mean higher taxes on Social Security benefits.

Last year alone 226 Vanguard funds and ETFs reported expense ratio declines.

Expected new chief for financial products is fueling speculation for more innovative funds.

Raymond James grabbed five multi-million teams in a month. Other firms to see big transitions include Wells Fargo and Ameriprise.

Casting a wider net for prospects is a classic case of mistaking motion for progress.

"I probably spent the first three years in the business not opening my mouth with clients and just learning from him," says J.R. Gondeck of HighTower.

You likely have helped plan your clients' retirement, now it is time to plan your retirement.

If clients tap their Roth accounts at the wrong time, even after retirement, they could lose out on some potential tax benefits.

Retirement investors may opt for whole life insurance, which offers tax-deferred growth on premiums, or a home, which they can sell with up to $250,000 (or $500,000 for couples) in capital gains tax exclusion.