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Workers looking to retire comfortably are more in need of professional guidance than they realize — and there are a lot of them.

The regional BD’s newest hires oversaw $230 million in client assets.

The IRS announced upward adjustments for 401(k), 403(b)s and other plans.

Owners in transition should make a clean break to avoid confusion, says consultant David DeVoe and former Aspiriant CEO Tim Kochis.

The new factor-based products will extend the manager’s focus on data-driven investing.

Being a fiduciary isn’t enough anymore, says BlackRock’s Hollie Fagan. At the same time, firms are losing specialized talent to retirement. Here’s the best way for them to stay relevant and profitable.

It may seem counterintuitive, but advisors who offer robust philanthropic guidance see major boons to their bottom line.

Deductions for alimony payments will no longer be available Dec. 31.

A multi-year reorganization of the firm has lowered head count by more than a quarter but boosted productivity by nearly a half.

A detailed proposal can turn prospects into clients, but only if advisors can gather the right data.