Banco Popular de Puerto Rico

Stunned by the cost of in vitro fertilization, this advisor quickly learns the importance of HSAs.

When his dad passed away, my client would have to probate 60 different stocks and a New York property, plus handle charitable contributions. At the same time, 13 grandchildren would breathe down his neck for their inherited shares.

Many larger firms have found this investment has raised the quality of service for their clients. But what if you're a small firm?

It's no exaggeration to say rock-bottom fees are an existential threat to many asset managers. However, technology could still save the day.

There's a way to offer sound counsel to clients and also permit them the opportunity to take a profitable flier from time to time.

Who wins, loses after the massive BD merger crosses the finish line?

It looks bright, says the CMO of Carson Group — but only if advisors face up to the problem and actively convert it into an opportunity.

As asset managers create younger wholesaling teams, they're also adapting models that leverage digitally savvy hybrid roles.

Even as new technology and changing client demands force firms to constantly upgrade, advisors have potent defenses to help them stay competitive.

One size fits all? The single form for disclosure of client-advisor relationships applies even if firms offer multiple products and services.