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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.

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.

The so-called "Magnificent Seven" are doing well, but experts say that doesn't tell the story of the overall economy, which is struggling under the surface.

Experts say there are many reasons some beneficiaries reject assets and big problems if they fail to do so correctly. Here's a guide to avoiding them.

KC Mathews, executive vice president and chief market strategist at Commerce Trust breaks down the FOMC meeting.

Plus, UBS loses a pair of advisors from a prominent team to Morgan Stanley, while SageView and Corient make big acquisition deals.

Financial advisors can multiply their reach, the value of their business and their client services by tapping new employees. Finding the right fit is a careful dance.

Advisor pay policies are often notoriously complicated affairs. LPL is seeking to simplify it all with a new AI offering that promises to bring "clarity and intelligence to every payout."

As major insurers reduce Medicare Advantage benefits and exit markets, retirees face higher costs and limited options. Advisors need to understand the implications for retirement planning.

Each of the biggest firms in the channel grew substantially in 2024, but LPL's giant M&A deal to buy Commonwealth for $2.7 billion has further consolidated the ranks.

Firms like LPL, Cambridge, Osaic, Independent Financial, Commonwealth, Raymond James, Ameriprise and Cetera are racing to develop new tools.

Find all of the figures from Financial Planning's latest annual study of brokerages whose financial advisors aren't employees of the firms.