Detroit: Toward the end of dinner a CEO of Broker-Dealer XYZ looked at me and said, “I’m convinced that there is one trait missing from every financial advisor who doesn’t reach their potential in this wonderful business that...

Many advisors look to grow by buying a practice. But securing financing can be tough for the average advisor. For lenders, the decision is often subjective, said Steve Smits, general manager of Live Oak Bank, during the Financial Services...

When thinking strategically about your career, no matter what stage you’re at,  keep in mind the end goal should be to realize the value of your life’s work. Essentially, your retirement options fall into two categories...

Guy Swain was a solo practitioner with a staff of two. He started thinking about a succession plan when his assistant moved out of town and he considered hiring a CFP to replace her