Fee-based compensation

Sobering results from a light-hearted survey prompts columnist Bob Veres to change his tune about how advisers use "retainer."

To survive, planners must be willing to change in these five areas, according to the popular industry expert.

Robos, among other pressures, will force an evolution in the percentage of AUM fee model, the custodian head says.

Though some say the rule's future is in doubt, the firm is going ahead with sweeping changes it hopes will make its advisers more competitive.

Adviser Zaneilia Harris seeks out clients who resemble a former version of herself — young, single, African-American women struggling to make wise choices — and keeps them by structuring compensation in an atypical way.

Margins are down and expenses are up, Fidelity's new benchmarking study finds. Pricing models need to be re-visited.

Advisers "have to adapt to a new America," says TD Ameritrade Institutional President Tom Nally.

As brokers seek to redefine their value proposition, advisors need to rethink theirs.

Signing on wholeheartedly can be an effective marketing tool with clients.

A $650M firm serving HNW clients wanted help "navigating regulatory change."

Best ways to bring two firms — and distinct cultures — together.

Best ways to bring two firms — and distinct cultures — together.

CEO Wayne Bloom says the threat of lawsuits in the wake of the new regulation prompted the change, which could be a first among IBDs.

Effectively applying cost, affordability and value can make an advisory practice hum. Here’s how to unlock the magic combination.

Fee-only advisors seek clarification from the DoL on compliance requirements.

By leveraging new technology, advisers find new ways to reach their clients from across the globe, as well as here at home.

These kids "are making bad choices, but they don’t realize it because everybody around them is making bad choices, too," says this fee-only adviser who specializes in advising members of the armed services.

Insurance industry giant targets RIA market via fee-based annuities.

Explaining is as simple as using this phrase: Fiduciary rule.

Explaining is as straightforward as using this phrase: Fiduciary rule.