Industry

From intro to announcement, the transition to Kestra’s RIA acquirer was surprisingly easy, firm leaders said.

Two deals last week expanded Robertson Stephens' presence on both coasts while adding an additional $370 million in client assets.

Industry observers say signs indicate this was a strategic decision by Schwab to invest in the RIA space, as a way to diversify its revenue amid margin compression.

Respondents at the forefront of technological advancement were focused on growing their businesses and improving client relationships.

Smaller advisors, in the sub–$250 million AUM range, discuss their challenges, goals and desire to maintain control of their businesses, rather than participate in the red-hot market for M&A.

The SEC’s proposal to overhaul how transactions are conducted reads like the invention of lawyers and economists who can’t see the easy fix that exists right before their eyes.

Parsons, Kan.–based Strategic Partners joins from Royal Alliance, an Advisor Group subsidiary, and aligns with LPL OSJ National Financial Alliance.

Who’s in charge? It's not employers.