Investing in alts through a self-directed IRA? Read this first
The accounts give wealthy investors more opportunities to place alternative vehicles in a tax-advantaged retirement nest egg. But mistakes can be costly.
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Why diversification matters when it comes to marketing
Social media platforms can change quickly (case in point: X). In response, advisors who may instead choose to rely on their own communication channels.
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Stifel weighs hiring investment after a "strong" recruiting year
Stifel CEO Ron Kruszewski said a surge in advisor recruiting and record wealth management results could lead the firm to invest even more in hiring in 2026.
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Citi: Sieg targeted by harassment claims merely to avoid arbitration
In a court petition, Citi cites numerous messages showing former global head of platform and experiences Julia Carreon allegedly praising Sieg for his work overhauling the firm's wealth management division.
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Wells Fargo's FiNet pulls from Ameriprise, Raymond James, UBS
Two teams and one advisor managing a combined $1.3 billion choose to set up shop at Wells Fargo's channel for independent advisors.
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Michael Kitces' new AdvisorEconomics brings benchmarking to firms
The new business intelligence service uses several key performance indicators to help advisors decide how to best manage their talent and resources.
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LPL's Linsco channel pulls $2B team from Fifth Third Private Bank
An wealth management duo from Ohio chooses LPL's unit for direct employee advisors to found Moto Wealth Partners.
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How firms use equity stakes to retain top advisor talent, drive M&A
As valuations continue to rise across the industry, more firms are using compensation to invest in their top talent and future growth, Succession Resource Group says.
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1 in 3 retirees faces an RMD tax penalty. Here's how advisors help fix it
Missed IRA RMDs can cost clients thousands, Vanguard research shows. But financial advisors can help erase tax penalties and avoid future ones with a few key strategies.
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Ex-Citi exec alleges sexual harassment against Sieg in lawsuit
Rather than investigate her claims against the head of the firm's wealth unit, the accuser claims that Citi's human resources turned its spotlight on her. Citi denies the claims.
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Behind the 'magic' of AI, advisors confront existential risk
Agentic AI will continue to automate financial planner workflows — and that's a good thing.
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To boost awareness of its retail bank, Morgan Stanley turns to E-Trade
The Wall Street giant still is often associated with deposits, lending and checking and savings accounts. But it's among the throng of firms seeking to give clients easy access to both banking and investing services online.
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The missing piece in most advisor succession plans
Many advisors haven't yet begun putting together an exit plan. Experts say there are common features and defined timelines that can help make it work.
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Finance author-podcaster expands into wealth services under new RIA
Money News Network CEO Nicole Lapin and her RIA collaborators are building direct services through her growing base of readers, viewers and listeners.
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In UBS push for US wealth biz, Nazi accounts remain thorn in its side
The inquiry into the now-defunct Credit Suisse's former dealigns with Nazis comes as UBS pushes to build its U.S. wealth business working with wealthy clients.
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Goldman Sachs boosts CEO Solomon's pay 21% to $47M
The record pay package for the Goldman CEO comes after a year of soaring profits for the firm's investment bank.
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How advisors can avoid their 'biggest blind spot'
Advisors know that a transition plan is important, but many fall into the trap of procrastination.
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RBC pulls $770M team from UBS: Advisor Moves
Plus, Cetera adds a $1.9B tax-focused firm, Choreo acquires two RIAs, and Modern Wealth expands in New York.
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JPMorgan boosts Dimon's pay 10.3% for 2025
The raise comes following a year when the firm earned $57 billion in net income, approaching a record set in 2024.
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FP's January 2026 CE quiz now live for financial advisors
Advisors can maintain professional certifications while keeping up to date on important issues in tax planning, compliance and more.
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