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Take part in a discussion of the source of business that's open to only a select number of firms selected by the giant custodians.

One of the largest RIAs in the country is adding another purchase to its hot streak of acquisitions, which included the former United Capital from Goldman Sachs.

The event's theme this year was "creating a culture of accountability," and speakers aimed to help Black consumers access generational wealth.

From addiction counselors to fund managers who can schedule roof repairs, today's family offices need more services than ever before. Here's what advisors should know about working with them.

The leading IBD firm is eager to dominate the entire advisor industry, following another strong quarter for recruiting.

Financial Planning's Top 40 Brokers Under 40 rankings recognize the industry's top elite young producers among broker-dealer firms. Nominations are now open for the 2024 edition.

Financial planning careers pay well and offer great prospects, but many students still don't know they exist.

A handful of insurance companies are remaining in the adjacent field or boosting their holdings, even as many of their rivals sell off most of their advisory businesses.

The number of wealthy Asian Americans is growing. But most RIAs courting them are missing a key approach, according to one firm that is doing it differently.

The CRPC is a popular sister certification of the CFP. FP spoke with the program's head and with advisors who say it's a must-have credential for retirement planning.

Merrill president and co-head Lindsay Hans said the firm is well-positioned for the "largest asset-gathering opportunity that FAs have seen in decades."

Using FP's criteria, data partner COMPLY scraped together a listing of the biggest firms that provide financial planning services but don't accept commissions.

Competitors and critics in an industry fragmented between large and small firms and obsessed with organic growth question the increasing exclusivity and fees.

Around one-fifth of Americans identify as Hispanic. Experts shared tips on how advisors can engage with their growing pool of wealth.

The CEO of the 10-year-old hybrid RIA sees opportunity ahead to scoop up smaller practices in a tougher environment for buyers.

LPL's employee channel has proved popular since its 2019 launch, and recently announced its first $1B team. Here's how that move happened and where Linsco goes from here.

Consumers with more than $250,000 in assets are seeking the services at a higher rate than financial advisors are currently providing them, according to a new survey.

A new report on wealthy Americans' philanthropic activities shows where advisors can help women and younger investors with giving back.

Investing in AI, working in lockstep with sales and keeping finance execs onboard will fuel profitable growth in the long term.

As college application season begins, advisors can help parents with these two important yet sometimes overlooked financial tools.