Compensation
Compensation
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The retirement plan-focused group’s new OSJ had left the No. 1 IBD in 2017 and will grow to 160 advisors under the move.
January 11 -
Advisors Daniel Conners and Michael Crawford were looking for new tech and more comprehensive planning offerings for their clients.
January 11 -
The growing number of commission-free planners at IBDs doesn't necessarily fit the industry’s accepted definition, or its traditional categories.
January 11 -
Community property rules, how to divide 401(k)s and the nuances of QRDOs are just some of the specifics advisors should know.
January 10 -
The broker-dealer filed a motion requesting that Jason Kirkland’s lawyer not be allowed to represent him in court.
January 10 -
This is the first career move by Angie Messer and Greg Rust, who worked at the regional BD for 10 and 27 years, respectively.
January 10 -
Knowledge of ERISA, QDROs, DBAs and other retirement plans can avoid costly mishaps.
January 10 -
Working longer and taking on a part-time job are two of the simple strategies for seniors to curb the impact of a market correction. But there are other tips to consider as well.
January 9 -
Talent appears to be pouring from the wirehouse as more planners exit.
January 9 -
The tax increases stem from lawmakers' failure to index the taxation on inflation, according to one expert.
January 8 -
There are no “alternative facts” in the law, just truth, opinion and lies. Two you can’t sue for. And the third? Well, brokerages are very careful with their words.
January 7 -
Flat fees may not be as profitable or scalable, but they have significant benefits.
January 7 -
If your client's goal is to save more for retirement, there are some simple steps they can take to make that resolution stick.
January 4 -
The No. 1 IBD is marshaling transition assistance, technology and other resources toward recruiting success across the firm and its bank channel.
January 4 -
Clients are advised to diversify their tax positioning when investing for retirement, one expert says. This can be done by contributing to three buckets: taxable, IRA (pretax) and Roth (posttax).
January 2 -
From public service to operating a craft brewery, planners are keeping busy outside the office.
January 2 -
The decision by Carson Group’s CEO came after a two-year examination of the business revealed some changes that needed to be made.
January 2 -
When your clients say they want to invest like celebrity billionaires, point out that they already have one thing in common — some years are good, some are bad.
December 31 -
For example, taxpayers should not panic about the new cap on state and local tax deductions.
December 31 -
Jason Kirkland, a former Baird employee, has sued the firm for allegedly withholding his compensation.
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