More about InVest: As new digital tools transform wealth management, the industry’s largest players are rushing to adapt to ever-increasing customer expectations, while smaller firms strive to keep pace. Behind the scenes, many are investing more on technology and hiring to drive growth, but margins remain under pressure. In|Vest West is exploring all the dynamics at play — from front to back office — and the technologies that are shaping the future of the firm.
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Buyers yanked $2.9 billion from the sector in the final days of January, nearly wiping out gains so far this year, data show.
January 31
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Christopher Bennett is principal of mortgage industry hedge advisory firm Vice Capital Markets.
January 31
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Jim Cracchiolo predicts the number of advisors will go back up, but he says the firm places more importance on boosting the size of their businesses.
January 31
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The investment bank is well behind most of its competitors and is priced well above the most attractive price points.
January 30
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An arbitration panel rejected efforts to impose a permanent injunction against a broker who left for Raymond James.
January 30
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In the latest episode of Financial Planning’s new podcast series, advisor Rachel Robasciotti discusses her activism around mandatory arbitration and relates the remarkable story behind her RIA.
January 30
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As the wealthy often sidestep estate taxes, one law professor offers a code change that forces heirs to pay income and payroll taxes on all inheritance.
January 30
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Relief comes as a result of the short notice firms were originally given to comply with the Secure Act, the agency says.
January 30
