Portfolio

One planner sends an email saying: “Stocks periodically go on sale because people panic.”

When stocks tumble, retirement investors are advised to check market fundamentals to determine whether the drop is temporary or signals a broader decline; Plus, nine money apps to keep your clients' retirement planning on track.

When market volatility rears its head, even the best of us find ourselves questioning our financial plans. So here are answers to these frequently asked questions to set your clients' mind at ease.

Turmoil returned to global markets as oil plunged and U.S. stocks sank to the lowest levels in 21 months, fueling a rush into haven assets.

Voices: Mariner Wealth's Brian Leitner says it's okay to be anxious about technology. "It means you're paying attention to the forces that are driving the future of our business."

Why BBVA Compass inked a deal with BlackRock's recently acquired robo platform, FutureAdvisor.

Getting over the mental block toward adoption is part of the challenge in keeping your practice tech-savvy, says Eric Kies, chief compliance officer at Moline, Ill.-based The Planning Center.

Blog: Offering a human touch is actually easier with the newest wealth management technology, says Min Zhang of Totum Wealth.

In certain circumstances, a Roth IRA conversion can incur an immediate tax liability – but, fortunately, the decision to a conversion doesn't have to be all or none. A partial Roth conversion is not only permissible – in practice it's often the optimal strategy.

Six executives were recently tapped to lead wealth management and related investment services groups at Associated Bank, BMO Delaware Trust, BNY Mellon, PNC Bank and U.S. Bank. Find out who they are and what their new roles entail.