Wealth management

The FPA has a drastic proposal to dissolve local chapters. There may be a better way forward.

The transparency of a fee charged to other fund firms for use of the platform is allegedly questioned.

Top firms explain how they appeal to wealthy clients — and elite advisors

There are a handful of tools that have started out as consumer-driven tools. Now, they are beginning to shift toward serving advisors, Adams says.

It’s the toughest part of the job, says Mihir Patel, who ranked No. 6 on the Top 40 Under 40 list.

Smaller firms are opting to turn into OSJs in an era of shrinking margins for IBDs and record consolidation in wealth management.

The group is comprised of 11 advisors and client service associates.

The real question is, how long are you willing to stay with a trade if you're sure you're right.

Not knowing a FINRA rule can’t save an advisor from statutory disqualification.

Keeping abreast of developments in this domain is critical to Kevin Bruegge and his business owner clients.

Third-party providers can boost AUM, but due diligence is critical.

On Wall Street takes a closer look at the work routines and feats of this year’s Top 40 Under 40.

One of the new hires is an industry veteran of 50 years.

Employees at Carson Group love the outdoors and regularly participate in events like the Spartan Race, a course filled with treacherous obstacles.

When Redtail Technology moved into its new building 18 months ago, CEO Brian McLaughlin ensured it had homey touches, like comfortable seating, a basketball court and slides.

Several RIAs have taken a cue from doctors in recent years, running in-house residency programs to train the next generation of planners.

The firm expects to add $10 million in revenue once the deal closes later this year.

"I would go home at night and question if I added value to anyone’s life that day," writes Ashley Folkes. "The answer was usually no."

The firm adds a second $1B RIA - and its family office.

The aggregator nears $1 billion in revenue.