LPL slammed the move by the exiting major issuer to cut off trails for advisors in certain existing contracts.

There are hundreds of claiming strategies — using the wrong one can have major repercussions.

“High-touch” support, technology and firm culture played a part in career changes for seven advisors.

Educators at colleges featured in Financial Planning's annual schools list offer up their favorite titles for young and prospective planners.

Advisor Brian Chilton’s $844,000 arbitration award could herald more losses for the firm.

Tax overhaul has scrapped taxes on a child's excess unearned income at the same rate as their parents.

A small group will actually pay less in premiums because the cost-of-living adjustment in their Social Security benefits next year won’t be large enough to cover the premium increase.

A bonus introduced earlier this year has helped fuel client acquisition, executives say.

The practice transitioned in a week in which 15 advisors joined their new firm in three separate moves.

The No. 7 IBD expects such moves by advisors to increase in coming years, so it's ramping up offerings aimed at fee-only services.

Executives at the beleaguered firm say they are focused on quality, not quantity.

The wealth in retirement accounts could shrink by that much due to annual defaults on 401(k) loans. The projected loss is about 2.7% of the $7.8 trillion in retirement accounts.

The average beneficiary will receive $39 more a month next year.

It’s at least the fifth time this year that the bank is suing a former advisor for allegedly violating a non-solicitation agreement.

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The brokers moved their practices to rival firms Ameriprise and William Blair.

Advisors can help by being familiar with tax relief options that might be available to affected clients. Here's what to look for.

Earlier this year, Jason Kirkland was recognized for his “many contributions” to the firm.

The regional BD has added three new advisor teams to its ranks, as well as a head of equity and institutional middle markets.

As digital advice blends with traditional human services, firms are looking to expand into technology hubs around the country.