Financial planning

A mix of approaches to gain the attention of ideal prospects, who have learned to ignore typical marketing tactics.

To maximize efficiency, segment clients into groups generating over $5,000 in revenue and those that don't, says Alyssa Von Herbulis of Russell Investments.

Certain trusts could have saved heirs $100 million or more — and ensured the musician’s money went to the people and causes he chose. Here are just a few of the tools he could have used.

State agencies can be aggressive in checking records.

A new model of holistic financial advice is coming on the scene.

Kate Randall Danella is the second executive to be named to the post in less than four years.

Advisers, get ready to track — and secure — client information streaming in from physical properties and a vast array of accounts.

A deep dive into millennial's financial habits shows a stark generational difference from boomers when it comes to leaving the nest.

If a client becomes incapacitated, who will give the financial planner directions?

The wirehouse will consider the move if “conditions remain as they are or grow worse,” CEO Sergio Ermotti says.

Planners are the single biggest influence on financial decision-making for UHNW clients and their family members, a recent industry study says.

People with the highest income bailed from stocks disproportionately on the worst days of the financial crisis, according to a new Ohio State University and University of Michigan study.

Family members differ dramatically when it comes to wealth planning, according to a recent Merrill Lynch study. Here's how advisers can start a dialogue with relatives that answers their wealth planning needs.

Industry veteran Scott Schmid will oversee the San Diego market for its Private Client Reserve beginning May 9; hopes to double headcount in 2 years.

Firms must invest in digital capabilities, says A.T. Kearney's Uday Singh, but they need to balance that evolution to allow for the human touch to remain in a central role.

“Our growth is going to be organic,” says Raymond James Financial CEO Paul Reilly, who adds that he has “concerns” about the DoL rule.

FINRA scolded the firms for alleged operational systems, supervisory and recordkeeping deficiencies.

The weak performance was due to challenging market conditions, which reduced assets under management and client activity, the bank's CFO said.

Deducting management fees to lower your clients' taxes. Plus, the benefits of Roth IRAs and muni bonds.

Retirees may withdraw their application within 12 months of receiving their first monthly Social Security check; plus, three ways to be smarter about drawing retirement income.