The negotiations come as asset managers seek to increase the amount of money they oversee amid growing pressure to slash fees.

Michael LaMena's exit continues the management shake-up at the Chicago-based RIA.

"This is a challenging time for the firm with the DoL rule," CEO Paul Reilly said.

Outlook for faster growth is supporting developing-nation bonds despite the increase in U.S. and European rates over the past year.

"Banks traditionally pay higher valuations, but [RIAs] should go into deals with eyes wide open," Dave DeVoe says.

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"It’s never been a better time to be a seller," says investment banker Liz Nesvold.

Critical criteria that can raise the market price of an advisers' book.

Second-quarter costs increased in almost every category for the asset manager including compensation and distribution.

Marketing and sales strategies are better received when firms provide information advisers are actually seeking.

The RIA's 7th deal in 16 months is for a $160M adviser.

Former AMG executives buy stake in three regional wealth managers for use as aggregation vehicles.

In the latest deal, financial planning software developer RightCapital secured $1.6 million in seed funding.

Implementation of fiduciary rule could drive more IBDs to seek safe harbor with large partners.

One of the fastest growing RIAs in the industry, Mercer Advisors expands its tech expertise by bringing aboard Dave Welling, of financial software firm SS&C Technologies.

KeyCorp acquired the personal financial management tool for an undisclosed sum.

Purchaser B. Riley Financial will operate Wunderlich alongside its RIA and investment bank.

Wealth management platforms are in a steady buying spree, snapping up tech firms that can give them extra features to offer clients.

The partnership marks the second since two private equity firms infused the aggregator with capital.

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