Client communications

Maybe not, says FINRA — but if you’re IM’ing, using slides during the virtual meeting, or recording it, probably yes.

Investing in virtual tools is a must but planners must also seize this moment to expand practices and deepen existing relationships, writes Broadridge Financial's Michael Alexander.

While FINRA rules spell out what brokers generally need to determine a client's financial situtation, there can be gray areas, an expert says.

Advisors need a complete picture of the unique defined benefits and compensation a veteran receives.

Clients should save political beliefs for the polling place and letters to elected representatives; don’t let them cloud your investment decisions, writes financial planner Kimberly Foss.

The same words keep popping up in company titles. Here’s why that may be problematic.

The “one day at a time” mantra was particularly helpful in leading my team and clients through the COVID-19 pandemic.

Waiting until year end to factor in portfolio volatility is risky business.

As anxious as they may be to take advantage of the opportunity, there are pitfalls and hidden costs, advisors warn.

Today's near-3% rate is pretty extraordinary. If you don’t have a professional loan advisor in your network, now is the time to get one, writes our columnist.