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One tip: Stop focusing on gaining new followers.

One tip: Stop focusing on gaining new followers.

The regional firm recruited its first adviser for Alex. Brown since acquiring the unit in September, and will reopen an old office in Annapolis, Maryland.

The group, led by two brothers, joined the firm as partners and opened a new office for Noyes. It's now the firm's largest branch.

Even the best plans can fall apart when clients' emotions get involved.

The wirehouse's moves are intended to remain competitive in the recruiting contest for top brokers.

Nunag will oversee client relationships, product development, marketing and sales in the New York City area.

Advisors Asset Management CEO Scott Colyer says loosening regulatory reigns may free up spending previously directed toward compliance.

Andrew Waxman is an associate partner in IBM Global Business Services' financial markets risk and compliance practice. He is the author of the book "Rogues of Wall Street: How to Manage Risk in the Cognitive Era."