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Sounds simple in theory, but when it comes to naming an RIA there are plenty of options to consider.

Investment in technology and data management is becoming increasingly critical to distribution, and to managing regulation, reporting and operations.

Following a plea agreement, Bradley Mascho is sentenced for his role in defrauding investors of more than $20 million.

The agency's goal of trying to recover client losses allows advisors accused of fraud to decide who'll manage their clients’ remaining assets.

Underestimating their needs, many make decisions that are suboptimal or worse.

Barriers to adoption for RIAs include security concerns and fear of increased client anxiety.

Buyers compete fiercely for available firms even as they assert pricing is not out of hand.

The IBD trade group launched a public campaign after more than 80 cases this year alleging inadequate disclosure of mutual fund fees and compensation.

Age discrimination, unpredictable life shocks and involuntary retirement casts serious doubt on the “work longer” thesis.

Over a nine-year period, he allegedly defrauded clients of more than $2.1 million.