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A new risk alert calls out firms for improperly disclosing relationships with outside promoters brought in to provide a testimonial or endorsement.

Independent research firm Morningstar's latest study of the value of financial advice examines tax-efficient IRA asset location during the decumulation phase.

Yes, AI is saving many advisors time and helping them reach prospects. But some say the rapid rate of adoption and automation could put them out of a job in the future.

The end of the year provides a rare opportunity for financial advisors to connect with clients and prospects without a pressing reason. Experts say there are tried-and-true methods for making it count.

Artificial intelligence isn't an algorithmic takeover but an essential wealth management tool.

With New Year's resolutions on the rise, financial advisors are using the seasonal focus on money goals to engage clients and spark action.

Every independent RIA has unique access to one niche: the prospects in their own ZIP code. Smart advisors can turn that information into a community-based customer pool.

Firms of all sizes have had to think through the compliance concerns and rank AI tasks in order of difficulty, ADVISE AI panelists said.

AI is being used not only to locate prospects, but also to help advisors show their value on the way to signing a new client.

During the opening session of Financial Planning's second annual ADVISE AI Conference, the chief financial planning nerd at Kitces.com took stock of where advisors are, and aren't, adopting the technology in their practices.