Independent advisors

Commonwealth Financial Network is helping advisors convert to full RIA status and, in the opinion of advisors and executives, shedding its traditional label.

Independent Neal Simon was overwhelmed by a popular Democratic incumbent.

Studies have shown an I.Q. can drop 10 to 12 points while attending to electronic messages, an expert says.

The independent broker-dealers born during this fraught year have thrived. Now, however, their role in creating today’s independent advisor threatens their ability to survive another half-century.

The No. 1 IBD poached two more teams from the largest firm in rival network Cetera Financial Group.

Financial advisors can reduce distractions and increase their profits by outsourcing these functions.

The Wealth Enhancement Group has reached $9.7 billion in client assets under a slew of M&A deals and substantial organic growth.

From barbecue sauce to jumping out of planes, planners share their strategies of bonding with investors.

The firm charges a very low fee but then steers customers to — can you guess? — its own funds.

Advisors see raising their rates as a difficult topic to broach, but one RIA coach has a variety of methods for approaching it.