Wealth management

The hybrid LPL enterprise is purchasing a fee-only practice as part of its first foray into a major wealth management market.

A legacy insurance institution has entered a placement agent agreement with cryptocurrency platform NYDIG.

A roundup of this week's news includes advisors on the move, acquisitions and new technology.

Joining an existing RIA has its appeal, whether as a final destination or as a way station on the path to full independence.

The wealth manager has opened more ways to affiliate with the firm by starting to tap M&A deals with a sizeable pipeline for more in the future.

First United Bank in Oklahoma bought a minority stake in Exencial Wealth Advisors instead of acquiring it outright to give the owners an incentive to stick around and help build the business — and to make it easier for the bank to bail if things don't work out.

CEO Michael Farr will also become Hightower’s new chief market strategist.

It’s important to have intergenerational conversations with clients and their families.

At least 10 senior bankers and numerous junior employees across the world’s largest wealth management market have left.

Executives from Alliance Bernstein, Edward Jones and Kasisto discuss best practices and ways to improve the client experience.

Industry experts weigh in on the future of wealth management.

A conversation with Penny Pennington, manager partner at Edward Jones.

The firm is the first service that makes it possible to gain exposure to cryptocurrency as part of a diversified portfolio with automation features.

SEC enforcement actions and regulatory requirements citing Form CRS suggests that firms need to step up their compliance operations.

The Robertson Stephens financial advisor discussed how marriages and relationships are changing during the coronavirus.

The study, conducted between January and March 2021, contains self-reported data from firms that custody their assets with Schwab Advisor Services or TD Ameritrade.

The firm made several other changes to its executive leadership, including a new chief marketing officer.

The number of registered investment advisors in the Sunshine State is up 27% over the last 5 years.

Eliminating the step-up in basis for calculating taxes may not become law, but it’s worth exploring options with your small enterprise-owner clients, says Sophia Duffy.

Join the newly appointed executive for a look at the changes happening at the online financial services company and broader fintech industry.