New data shows an increase in the number of CFP professionals who are people of color and women. But is it enough?

The four-person team is the first 2019 hires for the boutique bank.

Of the promotions, 14 were in the wirehouse's wealth management arm.

The five new advisors kicked off recruiting in 2019 for the No. 4 IBD after it set a record in the previous year.

Clients may want a new plan if there have been unfavorable changes to their old plans, they want more flexibility or because of a new illness.

By explaining the firm’s sources of revenue and expenses, a team can better understand how they impact profitablility.

The firm has lost more than 1,100 advisors since a phony accounts scandal came to light in 2016.

A closed phone line to IRS support could present a significant challenge, particularly with changes to forms like the 1040, experts suggest.

Federal employees who retire during the partial government shutdown would have to wait a longer time to take retirement distributions from their savings plans.

The firm’s newest recruits come from Merrill Lynch and Wells Fargo.

Seniors are advised to take measures to prepare for a possible shortfall in retirement income, as there is no guarantee for an immediate fix to the problem.

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.

Advisors Daniel Conners and Michael Crawford were looking for new tech and more comprehensive planning offerings for their clients.

The growing number of commission-free planners at IBDs doesn't necessarily fit the industry’s accepted definition, or its traditional categories.

Community property rules, how to divide 401(k)s and the nuances of QRDOs are just some of the specifics advisors should know.

The broker-dealer filed a motion requesting that Jason Kirkland’s lawyer not be allowed to represent him in court.

This is the first career move by Angie Messer and Greg Rust, who worked at the regional BD for 10 and 27 years, respectively.

Knowledge of ERISA, QDROs, DBAs and other retirement plans can avoid costly mishaps.

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.

Talent appears to be pouring from the wirehouse as more planners exit.