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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Fintech Flourish topped $5 billion in assets under custody and is launching into fee-based annuities; CEO Max Lane said he's learned a lot about the importance of data integration along the way.
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Jess Vento is senior director of accounting at
LeaseCrunch , lease accounting software to help transition, account for and maintain leases in compliance with lease accounting standards ASC 842, GASB 87, GASB 96 and
IFRS 16.May 29 -
The research-driven program recognizes RIAs with superior company practices, programs and benefits.
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The research-driven program recognizes brokerages with superior company practices, programs and benefits.
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The research-driven program recognizes money managers with superior company practices, programs and benefits.
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The Securities and Exchange Commission's overly broad expansion of the Dealer Rule is only the latest example of the agency's yearslong effort to stifle innovation in a vibrant and growing industry.
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Mike DeKock is founder and CEO ofMJD Advisors , a compliance company fighting the mindset that compliance is complicated by offering simple, exciting and straightforward solutions to complex challenges.May 28 -
A young engineer hopes his investments will grow, not his tax bill. What can he do to ward off Uncle Sam?
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Firms' aggressive pursuit of repayment of recruiting loans is likely a reflection of how massive some recruiting deals have become in recent years.
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Qualified small business stock carries major potential savings for startup founders and investors, but the benefits come with some important caveats to keep in mind.
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