With the presidential and congressional elections just around the corner, the future of Dodd-Frank reform hangs in the balance. Despite the uncertainty, the now 4,400-page legislation was a hot topic at SIFMA’s annual meeting.

Most seniors will need long-term care at some point. Here’s how to plan for that.

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Sometimes, it’s the little things that can drive wirehouse reps to give up on the firm and take their business elsewhere.

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Mergers between advisors and accountants are often seen as marriages of mutual interest, but don’t kid yourself. Industry experts say there’s a Mars-and-Venus quality to the partnerships that makes success difficult.

Bank of America Merrill Lynch said the brokerage's advisor headcount was flat, while FA productivity declined during the third quarter.

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Despite sluggish long-term care insurance sales, those buying coverage are younger than ever.