Portfolio

This is the second time Jefferies has poached Miami-based adviser talent from the wirehouse.

Depending on business mix, some advisers could see a pay cut.

In an effort to weather the assault from index funds, a Scottish firm cuts fees but bets that performance is still key to attract clients.

Marketing and sales strategies are better received when firms provide information advisers are actually seeking.

There are two that hold stocks that have boosted dividends for 20 years or more.

The firm's headcount has steadily declined since the bogus account scandal came to light last year.

Its local unit is the first qualified domestic limited partner to be granted a license from the Asset Management Association of China.

Although the market continues to rally, a possible setback remains likely and retirement investors should be ready for this scenario.

With smaller paychecks and longer life expectancies than men, one strategy includes moving their IRA assets into a Roth to reap the tax advantages.

The engine of future growth for the top independent broker-dealers is likely to be fees.