Tue.Oct 08, 2024

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Carolyn Armitage on Change Management

Wealth Management

Navigating the complex waters of organizational change requires a multi-faceted approach that addresses the needs of both the business and its people.

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Tuesday links: a collective mistake

Abnormal Returns

Markets Q3 earnings estimates are muted. (sherwood.news) The yield curve is coming to terms with a new Fed regime. (mrzepczynski.blogspot.com) Strategy Two questions you should ask about any piece of market information. (behaviouralinvestment.com) For taxable investors a preference for dividends doesn't make a lot of sense. (rethinking65.com) Why trading successfully is difficult.

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10 Investment Must Reads for This Week (Oct. 8, 2024)

Wealth Management

S&P Dow Jones’ updated methodology for some of its indices has impacted $300 billion in ETFs, reports Financial Times. Mergers & Acquisitions looks at whether evergreen funds can scale up, given their promise of greater liquidity for investors. These are among this week’s investment must reads for wealth advisors.

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Research links: the AI threat

Abnormal Returns

Factors Are factors just a proxy for systematic forecast errors? (mailchi.mp) What matters for bond pricing, factor-wise? (caia.org) Looking for factor returns in old historical stock market data. (blogs.cfainstitute.org) Research Benchmarking funds isn't as easy as it looks. (etf.com) Index replication need not be entirely mechanistic. (alphaarchitect.com) Volatility and anxiety are not the same thing.

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Are Robots Replacing You? Keeping Humans in the Loop in Automated Environments

Speaker: Erroll Amacker

As businesses increasingly adopt automation, finance leaders must navigate the delicate balance between technology and human expertise. This webinar explores the critical role of human oversight in accounts payable (AP) automation and how a people-centric approach can drive better financial performance. Join us for an insightful discussion on how integrating human expertise into automated workflows enhances decision-making, reduces fraud risks, strengthens vendor relationships, and accelerates R

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Creating Winning Strategies for UHNW Clients

Wealth Management

Learn how to attract and retain the growing number of UHNW clients.

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Wednesday: FOMC Minutes

Calculated Risk

Note: Mortgage rates are from MortgageNewsDaily.com and are for top tier scenarios. Wednesday: • At 7:00 AM ET, The Mortgage Bankers Association (MBA) will release the results for the mortgage purchase applications index.

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#FASuccess Ep 406: Exiting To A Perpetual Purpose Trust To Facilitate Internal Leadership Succession Without Indebting G2 Advisors, With Michael Kramer

Nerd's Eye View

Welcome everyone! Welcome to the 406th episode of the Financial Advisor Success Podcast ! My guest on today's podcast is Michael Kramer. Michael is the manager of Natural Investments, an RIA based in San Francisco, California that has offices across the country, overseeing $1.9 billion in assets under management for 1,300 client households. What's unique about Michael, though, is how his firm used the unique perpetual purpose trust structure to facilitate an internal succession plan, allowing th

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BlackRock, JPMorgan Asset Back Dynasty Financial at $800M Valuation

Wealth Management

Proceeds from minority raise will fund growth for Dynasty.

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Trade Deficit Decreased to $70.4 Billion in August

Calculated Risk

Note: the power was out in my neighborhood due to a large fallen tree. So, this is late. The Census Bureau and the Bureau of Economic Analysis reported : The U.S. Census Bureau and the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis announced today that the goods and services deficit was $70.4 billion in August , down $8.5 billion from $78.9 billion in July, revised.

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Third Quarter 2024 Economic and Market Review and Outlook

Wealth Management

The Federal Reserve’s signaling to market that their next moves will be rate cuts actually makes it more difficult to cut rates.

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Book of Secrets on the Month-End Close

Based off SkyStem's popular e-Book, the book of secrets to the month-end close will be revealed in this one-hour webinar. Learn leading practices when it comes to building a strong and sustainable month-end close that has room to grow and evolve. Learn about the power of precise estimates, why reconciliations are critical to closing the books, how and when to automate, and how the chart of accounts play into your close process.

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When Luxuries Become Necessities

A Wealth of Common Sense

Each year the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) updates consumer expenditure data on how Americans collectively spend and earn their money. These numbers are averages so your personal household budget probably looks different in some ways. Your circumstances — where you live, your standard of living, how much you make, family situation, etc. — often dictate how you spend.

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Family Office Resource Group Launches To Help RIAs With UHNW Clients

Wealth Management

The firm has a growth equity investment from The 4100 Group Financial Services, the backer of several wealth and asset management firms.

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You might be missing a financial planning cornerstone: Insurance

Million Dollar Round Table (MDRT)

By Caroline A. Banks, FPFS Worldwide, we face a dreadful undercoverage of insurance. Too many financial advisors have become simply wealth managers, not realizing that insurance is the foundation of a financial plan. It’s crucial we make sure that this foundation is strong enough to support clients financially, no matter what happens. My own company received a critical illness payout when my husband, who was both the finance and IT director, was ill.

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iCapital Reaches $200B in Global Assets

Wealth Management

Alternative investment platform iCapital doubled the volume of assets on its platform since December 2023.

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Stop Falling Short When It Matters Most—The Elite Advisor’s Playbook to Success

Like being inches from the end zone, many advisors are frustratingly close to their next level of success. You work hard. You put in the hours. But if your closing rate is stuck or your pipeline feels like a revolving door… something has to change. Most advisors are just one small shift away from dramatically increasing their revenue. The difference?

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The Birth of the Swamp

Advisor Perspectives

More than anything else, the combination of these two services defines the D.C. swamp; it’s hard to imagine a greater conflict of interest than peddling access to BMSK’s powerful elite campaign clients to the nation’s wealthiest corporations.

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Allworth Acquires $1.1B New Jersey RIA

Wealth Management

Allworth's acquisition of George McKelvey Company in Manasquan, N.J. represents its sixth deal this year, bringing the RIA to 43 offices nationwide.

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Is Now a Good Time to Invest? Consider These Factors

Clever Girl Finance

Is now a good time to invest? That’s a question many people have, especially with the stock market being so unpredictable. Prices can go from all-time highs to major lows in just a few days, all thanks to global economics, interest rates, and political happenings. Just one event can shake things up, causing wild swings and even crashes. I’m sharing some key investment insights to help you navigate your financial choices and calm any worries you might have about the stock market.

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RIA Edge Podcast: Enhancing the RIA Experience with Jalina Kerr

Wealth Management

Schwab Advisor Services' Jalina Kerr discusses how the firm is trying to follow advisors’ lead when it comes to prioritizing the custodian’s approach to tech development.

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Demo SkyStem’s Award Winning Month-End Close Solution & Earn $100

Is your finance team bogged down by endless data requests and disorganized spreadsheets during the month-end close? It’s time to consider a better option – automate with ART! SkyStem’s solution works alongside your ERP to transform the close and account reconciliation process and speed up month-end work. Explore SkyStem’s ART - the award-winning account reconciliation automation platform - and receive a $100 Amazon gift card as a thank you for your time.

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The U.S. Economy Is on Track for a Soft Landing

Advisor Perspectives

Just like road trips can bring unexpected detours, the economy and financial markets are at their own crossroads: recession or soft landing?

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Forging Ahead

Wealth Management

Blazing a new trail for the next generation of investors & advisors.

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Why Coffee Shops Defy Logic But We Keep Them In Business

Advisor Perspectives

Regardless of the numbers, so many coffee drinkers will still be at their favorite café tomorrow. I might even be among them.

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Facet Raises Additional $35M

Wealth Management

The flat-fee planning firm has now raised $210 million and will use the latest funding to expand its technology and planning services.

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Next-Level Fraud Prevention: Strategies for Today’s Threat Landscape

Speaker: Sierre Lindgren

Fraud is a battle that every organization must face – it’s no longer a question of “if” but “when.” Every organization is a potential target for fraud, and the finance department is often the bullseye. From cleverly disguised emails to fraudulent payment requests, the tactics of cybercriminals are advancing rapidly. Drawing insights from real-world cases and industry expertise, we’ll explore the vulnerabilities in your processes and how to fortify them effectively.

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The Evolution of Your Emergency Fund, Ep #226

Financial Symmetry

Reaching your financial goals builds confidence and peace of mind, which are essential for making informed decisions that benefit your entire family. In this episode, we’re following a fictional pop culture couple from newlyweds to pre-retirement, to demonstrate how their … Continued The post The Evolution of Your Emergency Fund, Ep #226 appeared first on Financial Symmetry, Inc.

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Six Important Legal Steps to Take When Starting an RIA

Advisor Perspectives

Whether you’re transitioning from another firm or starting from scratch, setting up your own independent registered investment advisor (RIA) firm is a tremendous opportunity that can provide higher earning potential, freedom, flexibility, and the opportunity to build a legacy.

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Are Alcohol Brands Going Premium To Attract The Younger Generation?

Trade Brains

The Indian spirits market is making waves globally, with a third of the world’s 30 fastest-growing spirit brands hailing from India. This impressive statistic, reported by Drinks International, highlights India’s growing dominance in the global alcohol industry. The country’s influence is particularly strong in the whisky category, where six out of the top ten brands worldwide are Indian.

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World Markets Watchlist: October 4, 2024

Advisor Perspectives

All of our eight indexes on our world watch list have posted gains through October 4th, 2024. The Hong Kong's Hang Seng finished in the top spot with a year-to-date gain of 35.43%. The U.S. S&P 500 finished in second with a year-to-date gain of 21.26% while Tokyo's Nikkei 225 finished in third with a year-to-date gain of 15.45%.

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Fall In Love With the Month-End Close

It's the time of year to give our close process some TLC. Join us in this one hour webinar where we discuss how to adopt leading practices and infuse technology into the month-end close process to improve our experience and increase our productivity during month-end and quarter-end close. Learning Objectives: This course's objective is to understand how the month-end close can be improved with automation and adoption of leading practices.

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How Tax Practices Can Stand Out in the Harness Marketplace to Attract New Tax Clients

Harness Wealth

Key Takeaways: The Harness Marketplace allows your tax firm to be paired with high-value tax clients whose unique needs align with your expertise. The Harness Marketplace attracts employees, founders, and investors in tech, healthcare, management consulting, and other high-earning industries who need help managing complex tax needs. Tax practices that provide comprehensive tax planning services are better positioned to gain new clients in the Harness Marketplace compared to firms that mainly foc

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How India’s Massive Options Trading Craze Could Jeopardise Financial Security?

Trade Brains

In a remarkable five-year journey, India has risen from a minor player to dominate the global equity derivatives market. This explosive growth, driven largely by new retail investors seeking high-risk opportunities, has caught the attention of financial experts and regulators alike. The market’s annual turnover now surpasses India’s entire economic output, marking an unprecedented boom.

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2025 Tax Deadline Information for Individual Filers

Harness Wealth

Key Takeaways: T ax Season Start: The IRS will likely begin accepting 2024 tax returns between January 15 and 31, 2025. Key Deadlines: The federal tax filing deadline (Tax Day) is April 15, 2025, with an extension deadline of October 15, 2025. Document Deadlines: Most key tax forms (W-2, 1099, etc.) must be received by January 31, 2025. Hurricane Helene Relief: Taxpayers in affected areas have until May 1, 2025, to file their federal tax returns.

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Railway stocks down by upto 35% from 52W high: Can they Bounce Back?

Trade Brains

Railways are the backbone of the country. It helps to move tonnes of freight across the country inland. The connectivity has aided companies in delivering goods in bulk. The government is looking to increase investments to improve the logistics cost and maintain its infrastructure. Stocks Rallying Railway stocks were not performing in earlier days as it was linked to government policies and regulations.

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The Future Of Finance: How To Manage Spend The Right Way

Speaker: Aaron Berson

Managing spend is more than a cost cutting exercise – it's a pathway to smarter decisions that unlock efficiency and drive growth. By understanding and refining the spending process, financial leaders can empower their organizations to achieve more with less. Explore the art of balancing financial control with operational growth. From uncovering hidden inefficiencies to designing workflows that scale your business, we’ll share strategies to align your organization’s spending with its strategic g