Portfolio

Advisors to the ultra-rich are upgrading strategies for wealth transfer and philanthropic planning.

Clients may be tempted by the income from low-grade securities, but careful research is in order.

For wealthy people, Uncle Sam is a major challenge to asset growth.

The SPDR fund’s assets have surged over 23% this year to a record $16 billion as the retailer inches closer to America’s second trillion-dollar company.

Cost of living is a key consideration, but a retiree’s goals and objectives are also important.

The move by the multi-generational practice stemmed from LPL’s self-clearing capabilities, one of the advisors says.

The fund took in about $22 million in August.

While proceeds from life insurance are not subject to income tax, there are other taxes that will apply. But there are steps to take to avoid those liabilities too.

To experience higher potential gains, clients need to be willing to tolerate losses at least occasionally. Striking the right balance between risk and reward is the tricky part.

Robert Graham allegedly solicited clients into risky investments, which he directed to his private company. He is the ex-chief of the Arizona Republican Party.