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Christopher Haigh, founder and CEO of Iconoclastic Capital, isn't afraid to speak his mind — or to change his burgeoning firm's tech stack when necessary.

Also this week, Wells Fargo recruits from LPL, RBC and TD Private Wealth, and Corient moves overseas in a deal that doubles its AUM.

Rising health care and long-term care costs are reshaping retirement planning. Advisors need to know how the landscape is shifting for retirees.

MML Investors Services, ONESCO and Integrity Alliance (formerly Brokers International) top the list as independent brokerages compete for financial advisors.

Errors and omissions policies may not represent the most exciting aspect of launching an advisory firm, but experts say custodians often require firms to purchase this and other insurance.

Also this week in Advisor Moves, Fifth Third reels in a big team from BNY Mellon, and MAI Capital Management doubles its AUM with a big acquisition deal.

The group of rapidly expanding firms includes mainstays like LPL Financial, but also smaller upstarts that are enlarging their footprints at a notable clip.

Trump's One Big Beautiful Bill Act opened HSA access to millions, but big gaps remain. Here's what financial advisors need to know.

The question has turned into something of a paradox because of the related, but different, rise of RIAs and how that has affected independent brokerages.

Siblings, spouses, children and parents in the wealth management industry have found fulfillment and success going against this common wisdom, though it can present challenges.

A new bipartisan bill has the potential to significantly decrease the number of retirees who deplete their savings due to long-term care expenses, according to Morningstar researchers.

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Rossby Financial CEO Andrew J. Evans applies the entertainment legend's "plussing the park" philosophy to keep his firm's tech stack flexible.

Ryan's selection may indicate an SEC aiming to resolve more violations by other means than enforcement actions, one lawyer said.

Also this week, Raymond James picks another team from Commonwealth amid its purchase by LPL, and Cetera recruits from B. Riley Wealth Advisors.

Volatility, concerns over security and custody, and a lack of clear regulatory framework are the key barriers to adoption, according to Financial Planning's August Financial Advisor Confidence Outlook survey.

Customer satisfaction with Medicare Advantage plans is down, according to a new survey from J.D. Power. But some financial advisors say zero-premium plans remain a lifeline for cash-strapped seniors.

A range of perks and parties could help advisors forge deeper relationships and generate valuable leads, often without breaking the bank in the process.

The numbers don't reflect much change in the low representation of female wealth management professionals, but there are some signs of progress.

Only about 4% to 6% of advisors switch firms in a given year, for any number of reasons. Here's how growing advisory teams add to their ranks.