Corporate governance

Contrary to received wisdom, a lifestyle practice can offer considerable advantages over an enterprise model, according to a new SEI study.

The wirehouse files for a restraining order in wake of move to Dynasty.

What’s a planner to do when clients say their child, a new advisor, is asking them to invest?

From setting fees to compliance scares, veteran planners advise new RIAs on what to consider when launching a firm.

The long merger trend among the broker-dealers behind the bank channel is likely over, and new banks are not joining the channel in a major way. Where will TPMs find growth?

Advisers may think their firm’s credibility stems from a big number. That’s not to say they should misrepresent their assets under management, Michael Kitces writes.

See which independent broker-dealers outpaced their peers at the top line.

Only 17% of advisers have a binding and actionable plan in place.

There must be a fully realized transition strategy, says Tim Chase, co-founder of WMS Partners.

Do's and don'ts for transitioning the practice as a long-term process, not a one-time event.

Three experts on building a valuable business that is attractive for sale

Adviser Greg De Jong talks about his successful merger with another firm.

Whether the plan is to groom from within or look outside, keep these tips in mind.

Fee-only advisors should view it as a way to help more people rather than a sales exercise, according to one consultant.

Executives at the embattled bank made clear Thursday that they are not discarding its long-standing strategy of selling additional products to existing customers.

The same standards apply as would to an outsider – being qualified and having the trust of clients.

Sales of smaller firms dominated transactions and banks re-emerged as buyers during the first quarter.

Beginning the transition in advance increases employee retention and engagement.