One of the most difficult aspects of any financial practice sale is reaching an appropriate valuation. Often, buyers and sellers go into negotiations with values in mind. However, the case for a specific value is always stronger if that value is...

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RIA firms continue to increase their investment in compliance, boosting the number of dedicated staff and overall employee training, according to a recent survey. The number of RIA firms employing six or more employees focused on compliance jump...

High tax rates are top of mind for every advisor as they see the impact on their clients’ returns, and therefore this issue is increasingly becoming important for clients as well, particularly for those with higher incomes. As a result, tax...

While the financial industry is more complex and diverse than ever before, today’s independent financial advisory practice comes in two flavors: enterprise and lifestyle. A business that continues to thrive beyond the proprietor’s own...