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Indiana RIA Lakeside Joins Captrust

Captrust has added Lakeside Wealth Management to its burgeoning national franchise.

Has Merrill Lynch set a new benchmark for advisor workstations?

The 18-month project is part of the $3 billion that Bank of America allocates annually to new technology initiatives.

What Carson Group Saw in a Small RIA

The partnership with Bain Wealth Management, a $100 million RIA in Salem, Ore., provides a good example of Carson Group’s strategy.

Creative Planning Pledges to Donate $12 Million to Social Justice Reform Groups

Creative Planning CEO Peter Mallouk said the firm will also create an ongoing financial education program for disenfranchised communities.

More companies may cut 401(k) matches

As of late April, 12% of companies surveyed had suspended their matching contributions and another 23% said they might halt them, according to a survey

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M1 Finance Raises Millions in Series B

The firm's scale and organic growth has impressed investors.

What happens to struggling homeowners when CARES Act relief ends?

Some lawmakers fear that when forbearance plans and enhanced unemployment coverage expire, the consequences for mortgage borrowers still affected by the pandemic will be severe.

RIAs may be heading for a ‘succession planning crisis’

Advisers are not planning for a transition in leadership despite a lack of confidence in the next generation, according to new research

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Morgan Stanley’s Gorman ‘thrilled’ with ETrade purchase

The CEO is particularly pleased with ETrade's technology and brand

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Advisers misjudge client interest in annuities: Survey

Consumers are interested in guaranteed income products, but not when their called annuities

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Fidelity says a third of big financial institutions own crypto assets

More than a quarter of the respondents hold Bitcoin, while 11% hold Ether, according to the asset manager.

No Better Time to Cover Your Ass(ets)

Asset protection isn't just for wealthy clients, particularly in a post-COVID-19 world.

Busting the Myth of the Marlboro Man

Quitting tobacco and fossil fuels should no longer carry a wealth warning.

A third of institutional investors hold crypto assets: Fidelity

Among U.S. respondents, 27% say they own digital assets, up from 22% a year ago

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Partnership gives family offices greater access to private markets

ShareNett, an investment platform for family offices, announced a partnership with digital trading platform ClearList

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RIA Leaders: Unlock the Full Power of Your People

RIA principals are failing the next generation of industry leaders, writes industry M&A consultant David DeVoe.

Voices: Fed needs better answers on runaway markets and inequality

The central bank’s own data show that slightly more than half of U.S. households own stocks. But that doesn’t come close to telling the whole story.

Her Voice Matters: Inspiring change with shareholder advocacy

Advisers can help clients push companies to deliver on ESG criteria

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How to profitably serve mass affluent clients

It takes efficient systems, technology and people to make this approach work

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6 ways to build client relationships during crises

Everyone feels vulnerable during the panic, so here are some ways to help your clients cope

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