Portfolio

Building a successful asset management firm is difficult. That's not an earth-shattering statement given that most firms fail to meet their expectations for asset growth. And yet each year, hundreds of firms plunge into investment management believing they have something to offer that will drive investor acceptance and success for their business.

Besides better plans, the personal financial portal of our planning software offers a number of benefits for clients.

The Nasdaq Stock Market has always been associated with cutting edge technology, whether it be for the companies it lists or the systems used to match buyers and sellers on the first all-electronic exchange.

The wealth management industry has long been characterized by a lack of diversity. After the success of Raymond James' Women Advisors Network, though, a group of advisors and branch managers at the firm has launched a Black Financial Advisors Network.

Four investments clients can make completely tax-free; Plus, how the mega-rich avoid paying taxes.

Gen Xers can save in their 401(k) plans for a longer period of time compared with baby boomers, and can expect higher tax-deferred investment growth; Plus, the best and worst states for retirement.

CEOs, when questioned in recent earnings calls, offered first impressions of the impacts the proposal may have on the industry.

With college costs soaring, clients may want to help pay for a family member's education. Watch for these trouble spots.

The company's Private Client Group reported a 2% decline in quarterly profits as the firm continued to ramp up its advisor recruiting.

The association of state securities regulators has proposed a rule that would compel advisors to maintain formal business-continuity and succession plans.