Wirehouse advisors

FP’s annual list recognizes the accomplishments of an elite cohort of young wirehouse and regional advisors.

The big asset manager’s acquisition of O’Shaughnessy Asset Management is the latest in a string of similar deals by Wall Street.

A new report from PIABA says independent advisors are as bad as brokers when it comes to cheating investors and paying awards.

The wirehouse wants MAX to be the central hub for anything a broker needs while working remotely.

Some independent advisors worry the enterprise deal will slow innovation at the wealthtech company.

Whether it’s picking a securities attorney or finding a partner that can provide the service and support you need to transition, due diligence is key.

Form CRS was supposed to clear things up, but it’s made things worse, a fiduciary critic says.

The XY Planning Network of fee-only advisors and investment advisor Michael Kitces say consumers are being deceived when brokers use labels like “wealth manager” and “financial advisor.”

Brokerages that want to hire someone with a checkered past have to undergo a “consultation” with the watchdog and may have to try to renew their memberships.

Andrew Tasnady shares insights from FP’s annual pay survey and how he expects the grids to shift in the future.