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As Gen Z navigates student debt, housing costs and a slew of other financial pressures, many have become disillusioned with the possibility of retirement. Financial advisors say that can make planning difficult, but not impossible.

Social Security claims are up, suggesting retirees are worried about the program. We asked advisors if the economy and solvency of the program have them changing their strategies.

UBS continues to lose larger advisory teams after making changes to compensation policies last year. Meanwhile, Ashton Thomas and LPL both score advisory teams.

Areas around Jackson Hole, Aspen, Palm Beach, Miami, New York, Dallas and Austin are in the group. Other top performers may come as more of a surprise.

Expanded 529 plans and pass-through deductions are a boon for the wealth management industry, but the sweeping tax bill comes with its challenges.

Paul Brahim has made title protection and financial literacy requirements for students nationwide among his top goals for the organization.

When a company considers adding new jobs or making new investments, many state and local authorities offer tax incentives to support that growth.

At the heart of the concern is a tax dynamic that exchange-traded funds were built to avoid.

Amid the great wealth transfer, having a flexible tech stack that attracts young, next-gen clients is a must.