The FCA has named former Investment Association CEO Daniel Godfrey as chair of its new sustainable finance adviser group. Julia Dreblow, founding director of SRI Services, has been appointed vice-chair. The new working group has been tasked with helping to build, “capability in sustainable finance across the financial advice sector.“ The Personal Investment Management & Financial […]
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Framework email customers for data breach from accounting partner getting phished – GamingOnLinux
Framework email customers for data breach from accounting partner getting phished GamingOnLinux
#FA Success Ep 368: Getting Real Social Media Marketing Results By Focusing On Your (Ideal) Client’s Desire To Learn, With Thomas Kopelman
Welcome back to the 368th episode of the Financial Advisor Success Podcast! My guest on today’s podcast is Thomas Kopelman. Thomas is the co-founder of AllStreet Wealth, a financial planning firm for millennial business owners and those with equity comp based in Indianapolis, IN, that has quickly grown to more than $500,000 of run-rate revenue […]
Sending (Private) Client Newsletters: How Advisors Can Do It Effectively To Reinforce Value
For financial advisors, an ongoing client service model often means finding ways to keep clients engaged and progressing toward their goals outside of the 1 or 2 typical client review meetings each year. For clients, more frequent communication can be a source of behavioral coaching and helpful information that can better equip them to stay […]
Wells Fargo wealth profits drop by 31%, even as overall earnings rise
As a whole, the megabank saw its net income rise by 9% in 2023’s final quarter. But its wealth management unit was another story.
Merrill adds client, high net worth relationships without swelling advisor ranks
The firm’s wealth management co-head said that recent changes to its pay grid have been favorably received.
IRS flip-flops on gift tax question involving grantor trusts
In a change that may affect financial advisors and tax professionals’ clients, the agency reversed course on a position it took seven years earlier.
Weekend Reading For Financial Planners (January 13-14)
Enjoy the current installment of “Weekend Reading For Financial Planners” – this week’s edition kicks off with the news that the Securities and Exchange Commission this week authorized 11 Spot Bitcoin Exchange-Traded Funds (ETFs), which could provide financial advisors and their clients with a convenient way to invest in the cryptocurrency without many of the […]
The Accounting Technology Lab Podcast: Jan. 2024 – Recap of Thomson Reuters Synergy Conference – CPAPracticeAdvisor.com
The Accounting Technology Lab Podcast: Jan. 2024 – Recap of Thomson Reuters Synergy Conference CPAPracticeAdvisor.com
Kitces & Carl Ep 129: How Autonomy, Experience, And Team Drive Advisor Wellbeing
As the beginning of the new year invites a fresh start, it’s a fitting time to reflect on our own wellbeing and the elements that make us happy in life. While many believe they understand what brings them joy, it can be difficult to recognize the patterns that consistently enhance wellbeing and happiness. The most […]