As advisors grow their firms into bona fide businesses, they may sour on the profession —unless they scale back, Michael Kitces writes.

Retirees are advised to step back to get a better perspective and then review their asset allocation in their portfolio.

Although it represents a big industry shift, it's not the end of the world, says former UBS advisor turned RIA owner Greg Hersch.

In the latest clash after Morgan Stanley's exit from the Broker Protocol, the firm notched a win as the case heads to FINRA arbitration.

Investors are advised to liquidate some assets or transfer them to certificates of deposit and money market funds.

Robert Moore’s view sets him apart from other executives who argue that new talent will replace low producers.

As long as their earnings won't exceed the limit set by the Social Security Administration, they will not lose their benefits.

A disaffiliation fee of $4,500 applies to advisors leaving the IBD, but the policy could change.

Pole-vaulting advisor Mark Cortazzo’s practice marked at least the second hybrid in three months to leave the firm for Mutual Securities.

Claiming above-the-line tax write-offs doubles the standard deduction.

Moving to a retirement community is a great option for seniors if they don't have enough support from family and friends and they have a sizeable nest egg to finance such an arrangement.

Executives from Pershing and Fidelity say smaller firms can find a home in the hybrid space.

Industry insiders have anticipated increased litigation following UBS and Morgan Stanley's exits from the Broker Protocol.

The San Francisco-based firm is the third major U.S. bank in recent weeks to change its policies on pay transparency.

Solid financial planning is a key component in helping demystify these government programs.

More than $34 billion in client assets moved into the No. 1 IBD’s fold in the first part of the acquisition.

Reforms obtained by settlements of past class-action suits have "utterly failed," the new lawsuit contends.

Headcount dropped by 413 brokers year-over-year, but productivity per FA jumped by 29%.

Securities Service Network is entering a space usually regarded in the industry as the specialty of HD Vest and 1st Global.

This is the second time in recent weeks that the firm has poached talent from the wirehouse.