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The proposal comes amid the broker-dealer regulator's push for a pilot program to test out branch reviews done at a distance rather than in person.

A wealth manager in Cincinnati has little room for new clients, especially one with few assets to manage. Can he turn him down?

The appointment comes amid the organization's push for 'title protection' for financial planners.

These 10 firms are driving the ongoing shift in the industry to fiduciary advice and away from sales commissions.

As an advisor who relies on technology to power his practice, the 2023 Financial Planning Rising Star award winner explains why he decided to start backing wealthtech firms that create tools for planners.

When it comes to charity, last year wealthy families gave differently — and invested differently.

Overall, customers expressed greater satisfaction with their retirement plans' websites and mobile apps this year, but experts say there's still much room for improvement.

Regulators accused the investment technology firm of not disclosing fees that ate into clients' interest payments.

The firm's record headcount could grow even higher after it joined the constantly expanding group of dealmakers competing to buy retiring advisors' businesses.

High interest rates, low volatility and conservative investors have transformed the dealmaking environment for startups. But insiders say the dark clouds that once watered wealthtech's money trees come with a few silver linings.