Silicon Valley Community Foundation is committed to solving the most challenging social problems in service of the common good. Since 2007, we have awarded...More
Executors of estates of decedents who died in 2010 face a tough choice under the Tax Relief, Unemployment Insurance Reauthorization and Job Creation Act...More
The economic news continues to be dire. President Obama seems to be announcing new initiatives every day. And America seems to be holding its breath,...More
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As competition for clients and talent in the financial advisory business intensifies, custody and clearing firms are doing everything they can to help...More
The wealthy have far more to bequeath to the next generations than their dollars. That's why a comprehensive estate plan addresses intangible assets as...More
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After 18 months in the industry, all at WFA, I will be leaving the firm. I have not had great success at a wirehouse. It started well in the apprentice period and the first 6 months, but I missed my hurdle at the 9 month mark and have been scraping by ever since. After taking a further look at the requirements for the next 3 years, I realize that my head is going to be on the chopping block for most of that time barring someone in my network hitting the Powerball. I take full responsibility for this, but I will add that my firm has offered me little, if any, support at the local level....More
Challenging economic climates often bring unforeseeable opportunities. New opportunities could, of course, help your clients maximize their potential. With the evolution of new technologies, financial products and account needs, new custodians have emerged to provide specialized services....More