Practice management

Have you tried asking a client what you do for them? Their responses may be worrisome.

Hiring and acquisition misfires can set you back. Here's what RIA leaders say you can do to avoid their mistakes.

Firms that take a long-term view have the edge in securing the next generation of talent. But will the return on investment really benefit your firm?

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.

Humans have the tendency to lie in some fashion more frequently than we may like to admit, a behavioral scientist told IMCA conference attendees.

Retirement savers are advised to consolidate their old 401(k) plans to manage the money more easily and avoid administrative expenses; plus, why Social Security is a women's issue.

Firms' cyber defenses are in SEC's crosshairs, and the commission is looking to tap an outside group to help police the RIA sector.

Voices: Even independent advisors have some adjustments to make. Here are some of the most important, according to managing director of TD Ameritrade Institutional.

Industry veteran Bob Carr on how to approach advisor training (and how the old days weren't always so good.)

Advisor Kevin McDermott shares his opinions on the biggest mistakes he sees from young advisors in the bank channel.

Expanded scope for litigation is a cause for concern among wealth management firms, experts say.

Advisors should report their performance in a way that articulates value and proves they are worth the expense, says Dynasty Partners CIO Scott Welch.

A merger or acquisition is a critical move, and many don’t work out. Are you ready to make the jump?

Despite the many benefits that IRAs offer, many people do not use them as a retirement saving tool; plus, what parents should know about Social Security.

Advisors can get a helpful best-practices checklist, which may also help build client relationships, from the Institute for the Fiduciary Standard.

Voices: an advisor earning a high single-figure commission from a variable annuity product should become a thing of the past.

Why can’t your RIA operations be as beautifully integrated as the functions on your mobile?

A number of seniors opt to relocate in retirement to live closer to their adult children and grandchildren; plus, three ETFs to fund a happy retirement.

A number of advisors are striving for the status quo instead of creating a better business and stronger relationships. In effect, they're giving up.

Does the newest iteration of a favorite advisor tool stand up to scrutiny? Our tech columnist takes it for a test drive.