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The certifying body says it will no longer rely on advisors’ reports and it is convening a new task force to modernize enforcement.

Successful firms reveal how they appeal to wealthy prospects — and elite advisors.

There are red flags that may be pointing to elder fraud in a client account.

Under the Labor Department’s final regulation, firms in different industries will be allowed to establish a joint retirement plan provided they operate in the same state or metropolitan area.

The firm has been picking off talent from rivals, primarily wirehouses.

After affiliating with Advisor Group following its acquisition, Signature Estate & Investment Advisors aims to offer its TAMP across the network.

Though designed to raise standards for broker-dealers, the SEC’s 564-page rule sent ripples throughout the advisory industry.

Advisors and their firms should be prepared for how they will respond to expanded fiduciary responsibilities under new standards.

RIAs need to review fee flexibility, target markets, value and branding.

ESG-focused Swell Investing wasn’t able to gain “necessary scale,” according to the firm.