As funding questions persist for Social Security and Medicare Part A, speakers at the recent AICPA conference discussed how advisors can guide clients through complex benefit rules and options.

The North Carolina-based regional has recruited Michael Lyons to serve as CEO, starting Sept. 1. Lyons will replace Bill Rogers, who plans to retire in April 2027.

Nearly one-quarter of long-term couples admit to hiding a money secret from their partner, according to a recent study. But when it comes to advisors helping these clients, it's not actually about the numbers, one behavioral expert said.

For some RIAs — particularly those that focus on financial planning — adopting a flat-fee structure can make more sense than a traditional AUM-based model.

Kitces Marketing Summit 2026 organizers Michael Kitces and Taylor Schulte lined up a half dozen speakers who shared accessible organic growth strategies.

This summer, Amplified Planning's Externship program saw 2,700 applicants — a record, and a sign that advisors are thirsting for opportunities to thrive in the wealth management industry.

There's value in having money in one place, but some 401(k) rules make rollovers more trouble than they're worth.