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Lawmakers repeatedly returned to the question of whether the five agencies involved in writing the Volcker Rule can enforce it consistently across the various entities they oversee, during a House Financial Services Committee hearing featuring top regulatory officials.

Many wirehouse advisors had to change their compensation disclosure following an abrupt change last fall by the CFP Board.

With Walt Disney's hyper-focus on the guest experience as inspiration, here are a few ways advisors can create an even better client experience.

As consumers increasingly transact through digital channels, the Ohio bank is expanding its newer branch concepts to include so-called smart ATMs in a bid to free staffers from managing a cash drawer.

The board's plans focus on aggressive growth, increased awareness of mark and regulatory impact.

The path from administrative assistant to bank advisor is just part of Annette Martin’s story. Here, we offer more on her shift to fee business, including when not to do it.

CFP Board ads illustrate difficulties in hiring a legitimate planner; fails to address concerns about its own website.

If an advisor is offered 360% of trailing-12, this app will break down the details: how much is upfront and how much is doled out for various thresholds along the way. Plus, annual payout bonuses will be revealed.

A clash over future growth plans at Lenox Wealth Management led to the departure of the firm's 34-year-old president and COO Jay Hummel.

For firms looking to grow, here are eight smart trends seen among successful firms.