Corporate governance

Advisors should educate themselves about the treatment of Medicare premiums, tuition fees and 401(k) distributions.

After acquiring four firms’ assets, the industry giant still faces big challenges ahead.

An advisor who is a former ballplayer set ambitious goals for 2021 with an alternate take on the hybrid strategy.

As advisors grow their firms into bona fide businesses, they may sour on the profession —unless they scale back, Michael Kitces writes.

I told clients they need a plan. Turns out, I needed one, too.

Here's four reasons your business might be struggling and what you can do about it.

More than $34 billion in client assets moved into the No. 1 IBD’s fold in the first part of the acquisition.

Consider making someone in your practice a client relationship captain — someone who will take ownership of deepening client relationships and who will inspire your team to work together to truly "wow" your clients.

Life Brokerage Financial has 80 advisors and 40 full-time staff and will join the firm next month.

It’s an uncomfortable topic, especially after a bruising round of accusations in the 1990s.

The challenge for Tim Buckley isn’t just managing growth. It’s ensuring they can keep investors’ feet on the ground.

Here's how independent advisors can build a culture of zero tolerance for gender discrimination.

The two broker-dealers have a new owner eager to grow the businesses considerably.

Capital is pouring into the RIA market, resulting in more deals, more competition and higher prices.

Alan J. Foxman looks into his crystal ball and predicts authorities will focus on these key areas.

The deal marks the largest acquisition for the firm year to date.

How tomes of years past contain keys to succeeding in today's world of low fees and increased M&A.

Regular meetings can yield honest client feedback and advice on nearly everything about your firm. But it’s not as easy as just asking a few people to join you for coffee.

Sellers should focus on what buyers are really looking for, not just price or assets.

Financial advisory practices need to take responsibility for setting a positive culture and stopping abuse.