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Some of your underlying assumptions may be totally wrong. Here are a few fresh ideas to consider.

Your expansion strategy may determine your firm's ultimate success. Be sure to get this one right.

Better communication skills can help you build new relationships despite a cultural shift toward greater skepticism.

After a recent Tax Court ruling involving prohibited transactions inside an IRA, two investors face steep penalties.

Use these 7 tips to help existing clients' offspring - and start building a relationship with younger prospects.

The tax increases that took effect in 2013 should now be part of long-term planning because they aren't going away anytime soon.

If you really just want to help people, be a teacher. Being a good advisor is also about money, and you need a specific plan.

Lawmakers are stepping up efforts to deter frivolous patent lawsuits against banks and a host of other companies.

Many top bank executives still struggle to articulate the value proposition of their wealth programs and why it's better than that of their competitors. The new year brings into focus the importance of creating and sustaining a strong wealth management business.

Clarity on why you do what you do will help you connect to your clients and prospects -- and maybe even yourself.