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If you want to increase referrals in the long run, don’t always act in your own best interest in the short term, columnist Jonathan Clements says.

The discussion of what happens to an advisor’s book is parallel to the conversations that advisors should be having with their clients: Prepare for the future and the unexpected, says recruiter Elizabeth McCourt.

HSAs offer deductible contributions, untaxed investment earnings and tax-free distributions.

TDFs are great for many young employees, but they aren’t for everyone.

Eleven things you and your clients will want to start thinking about for next tax season.

Clients who own funds that invest in master limited partnerships need to know how tax records impact performance over time. Plus, muni bonds' find renewed popularity with clients.

An arbitrator ruled against a former wirehouse advisor who declined to attend hearings or have a lawyer represent him against Morgan Stanley.

Focus Financial facilitates a three-way marriage of family office veterans who plan a bicoastal growth strategy.

Use laser precision in your specialties, and network more than ever to crack into a tight-knit community.

The two failed to cooperate with FINRA investigations into alleged misconduct, including allegations that one converted customer funds.