Practice

Without acknowledging both the downside and tremendous upside of long time horizons, the 4% rule is no rule at all.

Critics reject the notion that disclosure alone is sufficient for reigning in conflicts — but the charges against Commonwealth have put BDs on notice.

These and other firms are building brands that appeal to advisors. Here’s how.

Some managers have taken on more risk amid a decades-long decline in interest rates and slow global economic growth to meet long term targets.

Reports of the death of fiduciary differentiation have been greatly exaggerated, contends fiduciary advocate Knut Rostad.

Seniors living overseas are advised to enroll before moving back to the U.S.

The new recruits bolted from Morgan Stanley after nearly 20 years with the wirehouse and its predecessor firms.

Like many trusts, the fund was designed to expire in 25 years, however tying it to the lives of a group of children born in the early 90s extended its own life.

Prosecutors said Robert Shapiro used investor money for his $6.7 million home and $3.1 million for chartering planes and for personal travel.

HD Vest's parent displayed the growth coming from the acquisition of its former rival.