Professional development

The question has turned into something of a paradox because of the related, but different, rise of RIAs and how that has affected independent brokerages.

Financial Planning's latest continuing education quiz offers subscribers the chance to earn credit, sharpen professional knowledge and brush up on relevant skills.

Siblings, spouses, children and parents in the wealth management industry have found fulfillment and success going against this common wisdom, though it can present challenges.

Also this week, Raymond James picks another team from Commonwealth amid its purchase by LPL, and Cetera recruits from B. Riley Wealth Advisors.

The numbers don't reflect much change in the low representation of female wealth management professionals, but there are some signs of progress.

Only about 4% to 6% of advisors switch firms in a given year, for any number of reasons. Here's how growing advisory teams add to their ranks.

Plus, UBS loses a pair of advisors from a prominent team to Morgan Stanley, while SageView and Corient make big acquisition deals.

Financial advisors can multiply their reach, the value of their business and their client services by tapping new employees. Finding the right fit is a careful dance.

Also this week, both Arax Investment Partners and Aspen Standard Wealth add RIAs with $1B in AUM.

Nearly one-third of affluent investors don't have an estate plan, according to an Escalent survey. For advisors and clients alike, estate planning conversations can be difficult but essential.