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SEC panel calls for a single database to run background checks on all financial professionals

Added on April 2015 in Form an RIA
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Summary: The Securities and Exchange Commission should develop a database that compiles information about securities law violations and is easy to use for investors, especially the elderly, an advisory group said Thursday.

5 Ways to Tap the Power of Interns

Added on April 2015 in Plan for the Future
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Summary: For the most part, the interns have been smart, dedicated and a joy to work with. Sure we had a few that we didn't think made a good fit, but it was easy to part company because there was no expectation of longer-term employment. Here are a few tips we learned that can help you find just the right intern.

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New Partnership Brings Client Segmentation to Fidelity RIAs

Added on April 2015 in Thought Leadership
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Summary: Fidelity Clearing and Custody announced a new partnership Wednesday with FirstPoint Financial, a subsidiary of Mariner Holdings that specializes in wealth management for emerging affluent investors, to help registered investment advisors profitably serve younger and less wealthy clients. 

Pro Tips: 5 Action Items From Star Advisory Execs

Added on April 2015 in Manage Your Practice
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Summary: Have you ever heard the expression, "You are the average of the five people you spend the most time with?" I decided I wanted to spend more time with top achievers -- so I started a podcast that let me interview them about topics at the intersection of business, investing and life.

A Primer On Advisor Succession Planning Deals From The Buyer's Perspective

Added on April 2015 in M&A Issues
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Summary: For the past decade, the growth of advisory firms has led to a wave of hiring new planners, many of whom are ultimately anticipated to be the successor to the founding owner. And as time has passed, more and more are reaching the moment of transition when the successor actually does begin to buy into the practice; in fact, even in firms where the owners aren’t looking to exit anytime soon, it is increasingly common to add “junior partners” who will help to grow the firm going forward.

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