From Financial Planning
Added on October 2014 in Form an RIA
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Summary: In the wake of recent high profile data breaches, cybersecurity is front and center for clients, advisors and regulators with an increased focus on adequate protections for client data. In addition to concerns about the data breaches at large companies like JPMorgan Chase, Target and Home Depot, advisory firms are also facing pressure from Washington. In April the the SEC issued a risk alert warning advisors that it will be assessing their cybersecurity preparedness.
From InvestmentNews
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Summary: Each year, InvestmentNews' benchmarking series looks at how top-performing firms rise above market conditions and industry competition to set themselves apart. This year's study — the InvestmentNews 2014 Financial Performance Study of Advisory Firms — is no different.
From Think Advisor
Added on October 2014 in Form an RIA
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Summary: Cybersecurity is a constant threat, and considering how attractive a target a financial firm is, especially if they serve high-net-worth clients, advisors should be prepared for the worst. Kimberly Foss, founder of Empyrion Wealth Management based in Roseville, California, noted the importance of having the right people to help you following a data breach.
From InvestmentNews
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Summary: From more than 300 financial advisory firms, a dozen were chosen to receive Best Practices awards from InvestmentNews for being among the fastest-growing, most productive and profitable businesses in the industry.
From Financial Advisor IQ
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Summary: Of the 8,600 advisors who Cerulli tells us will retire every year through 2027, many have a younger advisor in the wings ready to take over their longtime clients. But waiting until the handoff is imminent can make for a tough conversation — and possibly even drive the client away, experts say. They recommend a number of strategies to make the transition as smooth as possible.
