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PRACTICE MANAGEMENT JUN 09, 2018
Hourly pricing model has benefits — and pitfalls

Twenty years ago, people couldn't believe what Sheryl Garrett wanted to do, but today they can't argue with her success.

By Jeff Benjamin
PRACTICE MANAGEMENT JUN 09, 2018
At this firm, flat fees are about offering conflict-free advice

At Boston firm Single Point Partners, adviser Seth Corkin says clients don't have to worry about what's motivating advisers' recommendations.

By Jeff Benjamin
PRACTICE MANAGEMENT JUN 09, 2018
Should asset-based pricing models stay or go?

AUM pricing is often criticized, but finding a valid replacement model is not as easy as it sounds.

By Jeff Benjamin
RIAS JUN 09, 2018
Largest fee-only RIAs

Ranked by total assets under management.

By Ellie Zhu
PRACTICE MANAGEMENT JUN 08, 2018
Catherine M. Keating appointed CEO by BNY Mellon Wealth Management

She joins the firm after serving as CEO at Commonfund for three years.

By Bloomberg
RIAS JUN 08, 2018
Conflicts of interest on SEC's radar

A consistent priority during Securities and Exchange Commission exams is looking at disclosure of conflicts of interest.

By Bruce Kelly
OPINION JUN 08, 2018
Why saying goodbye to your clients and business is hard

Advisers should consider the challenges they may face when retiring, as many find this transition to be harder than they anticipated

By Joni Youngwirth
FINTECH JUN 07, 2018
Fees on savings apps can add up

Services like Acorns and Stash let people invest small amounts of money, but critics question their fee structures.

By Ryan W. Neal
FINTECH JUN 07, 2018
Cyber assailants targeted in important new security sweep

The skill and sophistication of attackers are often outpacing firms' ability to protect themselves.

By Guy F. Talarico
RIAS JUN 06, 2018
Orion sets sights on breakaway brokers

Fintech company is partnering with Josh Brown and MarketCounsel to help advisers go independent.

By Ryan W. Neal
Financial professionals targeted by sophisticated 'keylogger' malware
FINTECH JUN 06, 2018
Financial professionals targeted by sophisticated 'keylogger' malware

New computer viruses designed specifically for financial institutions can avoid attack, steal login information and hijack payment transfers.

By Ryan W. Neal
PRACTICE MANAGEMENT JUN 06, 2018
It's time to make 'behavioral finance' more than a buzzword

Learning and addressing clients' likely emotional reactions to market moves gives advisers the chance to build closer personal connections

By Richard Lampen and Kirk Hulett
401(k) advisers, is your value proposition even valuable?
OPINION JUN 06, 2018
401(k) advisers, is your value proposition even valuable?

Investment expertise is no longer viewed as a coveted service — these days, it's just table stakes.

By Aaron Pottichen
ALTERNATIVES JUN 05, 2018
Teamwork makes the dream work at Pimco

Four years after the ousting of Bill Gross, the firm's total assets have increased by $300 billion.

By Bloomberg
PRACTICE MANAGEMENT JUN 05, 2018
After firms dump protocol, advisers show reluctance to make a move

Observers say there's fear of potential lawsuits that quash contact with clients when a broker or adviser seeks a new employer.

By Bruce Kelly
PRACTICE MANAGEMENT JUN 05, 2018
Mellody Hobson of Ariel to become vice chair of Starbucks

She also serves on the boards of JPMorgan Chase and Estee Lauder.

By John Waggoner
RETIREMENT PLANNING JUN 05, 2018
Allianz and Vestwell partner on 401(k) distribution

The life insurer is promoting Vestwell's automated services to retirement-plan advisers at independent broker-dealers.

By Greg Iacurci
PRACTICE MANAGEMENT JUN 05, 2018
From collecting autographs to advising LGBTs

Entrepreneur from a young age created a financial planning niche in high demand.

By Deborah Nason
WOMEN ADVISOR COMMUNITY JUN 05, 2018
Women to Watch: Help us find the next generation of female leaders

Nominations are open, and your participation can play into the bigger picture of advancing our industry.

By SSIRACUSE
PRACTICE MANAGEMENT JUN 05, 2018
Wanted: High-value investment professionals of the future

Only those with outstanding soft skills need apply

By Bloomberg