Nerd's Eye View

FEBRUARY 21, 2024

In 2021, Congress passed the Corporate Transparency Act, which, for the first time, required small business entities such as LLCs and corporations to report identifying information on their "beneficial owners" (i.e., those who own at least 25% of, or who otherwise exercise substantial control over the business). Read More.

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Calculated Risk

MARCH 19, 2025

In assessing the appropriate stance of monetary policy, the Committee will continue to monitor the implications of incoming information for the economic outlook. The Committee would be prepared to adjust the stance of monetary policy as appropriate if risks emerge that could impede the attainment of the Committee's goals.

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Nerd's Eye View

DECEMBER 18, 2024

For investment management services, documenting the entire client engagement – such as onboarding, reviewing and recommending portfolio adjustments in line with collected suitability information, opening and funding accounts, conducting periodic reviews, and rebalancing – can help clearly evidence the services provided.

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Nerd's Eye View

NOVEMBER 4, 2024

This month's edition kicks off with the news that Holistiplan has announced the rollout of a new estate plan document extraction tool to stand alongside its highly popular tax return scanning tool – which highlights how advances in AI technology have allowed tools like Holistiplan to go beyond tax returns and scan nearly any kind of document (..)

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The Big Picture

JANUARY 2, 2025

As much as I want you to buy HNTI, I’ll save some of you the $29 bucks with this summary: “ Have a financial plan, stay with it, manage your behavior, practice good information hygiene, and let the markets work for you over time.” I promise you will find it both entertaining and informative.

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Nerd's Eye View

NOVEMBER 27, 2024

Some give through established channels, such as by donating to charities or volunteer work, others may give informally to family members on a regular but less structured basis – and some simply aspire to "do more". Charitable giving is an essential aspect of many people's financial lives.

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Nerd's Eye View

MARCH 5, 2025

Historically, estate planning centered on tangible documentation – wills, account access, and critical information stored in safes or files, with clear instructions for heirs. Once digital provisions are in place, advisors can help clients store this information securely in a digital vault, making it easily accessible to heirs.

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Calculated Risk

MARCH 5, 2025

Multiple Districts cited job growth in health care and finance, while employment declines were reported in manufacturing and information technology. This report was prepared at the Federal Reserve Bank of Minneapolis based on information collected on or before February 24, 2025. emphasis added

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The Big Picture

FEBRUARY 18, 2025

There are so many financial myths and lots of bad information that, ultimately lead to poor behavior. Practice good information hygiene. The result: Bad investment outcomes that should not have occurred. How can we avoid the avoidable unforced errors? The short answer: Be aware of your own bubble. Be conscious of your own biases.

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Nerd's Eye View

NOVEMBER 25, 2024

This timeline not only allows for the prospect to provide their information and Taylor's team to complete the analysis, but also gauges the prospect's commitment to a long-term relationship. If both parties agree, they proceed to a 60-minute discovery meeting to explore the prospect's goals and reasons for seeking advice.

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Calculated Risk

JANUARY 29, 2025

In assessing the appropriate stance of monetary policy, the Committee will continue to monitor the implications of incoming information for the economic outlook. The Committee would be prepared to adjust the stance of monetary policy as appropriate if risks emerge that could impede the attainment of the Committee's goals.

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Economics Accounting Marketing Marketing 162

Wealth Management

JUNE 16, 2023

While advisors should be informed and prepared as to risks and compliance issues, the opportunity with reviews is clear.

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Calculated Risk

DECEMBER 18, 2024

In assessing the appropriate stance of monetary policy, the Committee will continue to monitor the implications of incoming information for the economic outlook. The Committee would be prepared to adjust the stance of monetary policy as appropriate if risks emerge that could impede the attainment of the Committee's goals.

Economics 147

Economics Accounting Marketing Marketing 147

Wealth Management

NOVEMBER 7, 2024

Private markets are where the public markets were 30 years ago when investment choices were abundant and information sporadic.

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Nerd's Eye View

FEBRUARY 12, 2025

While future retirees can find nonreduced benefit estimates on their Social Security statements or online accounts, those already receiving benefits don't have access to this information – making it necessary to find a different way to predict how much their payments will increase once the law is fully implemented.

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Wealth Management

OCTOBER 18, 2024

Separate lawsuits have LPL Financial and Ameriprise Financial battling over advisors leaving, claiming breach of contract and misuse of confidential client information.

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Wealth Management

APRIL 29, 2024

The brokerage regulator argued the firm’s automated process for approving options traders on its self-directed platform missed instances where clients submitted applications with conflicting information.

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The Big Picture

NOVEMBER 27, 2024

Never confuse opinion marketing with actual, useful information. ~~~ Give thanks this weekend! I think about this when I see the torrent of forecasts this time of year: Price targets for the S&P, inflation forecasts, and most LOL of all, NRF Black Friday retail predictions. Celebrate with family and friends. Count your blessings.

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Calculated Risk

NOVEMBER 7, 2024

In assessing the appropriate stance of monetary policy, the Committee will continue to monitor the implications of incoming information for the economic outlook. The Committee would be prepared to adjust the stance of monetary policy as appropriate if risks emerge that could impede the attainment of the Committee's goals.

Economics 147

Economics Accounting Marketing Marketing 147

Wealth Management

APRIL 4, 2024

Delays stemming from a revamp of the federal financial aid application mean many students are making their higher education decisions without key information about the price.

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Education 290

Nerd's Eye View

JANUARY 24, 2025

Nonetheless, given the scale and brand awareness of the wirehouses, and as their own use of fee-based models increases (as opposed to primarily relying on commissions from selling products), competition for clients (and advisors) will likely remain stiff going forward, even amidst the favorable trends for RIAs Also in industry news this week: A recent (..)

Financial Planner 246

Financial Planner Asset Allocation Clients Commission 246

Calculated Risk

MAY 3, 2023

The Committee will closely monitor incoming information and assess the implications for monetary policy. In assessing the appropriate stance of monetary policy, the Committee will continue to monitor the implications of incoming information for the economic outlook.

Economics 324

Economics Accounting Banking Planning 324

Calculated Risk

MAY 6, 2024

Here is some information on single-family Real Estate Owned (REOs). Fannie reported results for Q1 2024. Fannie Mae reported the number of REOs decreased to 7,791 at the end of Q1 2024, down 5% from 8,403 at the end of the previous quarter, and down 9% year-over-year from Q1 2023.

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Wealth Management

OCTOBER 17, 2023

The new Fidelity Independence Hub offers information and tools for advisors thinking about striking out on their own.

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Calculated Risk

AUGUST 13, 2024

Here is some information on single-family Real Estate Owned (REOs). Fannie reported results for Q2 2024. Fannie Mae reported the number of REOs decreased to 7,179 at the end of Q2 2024, down 10% from 7,971 at the end of the previous quarter, and down 17% year-over-year from Q2 2023.

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Wealth Management

JUNE 28, 2024

Jon Adams, CIO of Calamos Wealth Management, a $3.75B RIA, speaks on how the firm's roots in asset management inform its approach to investment selection.

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Wealth Management Management Assets Portfolio 278

Calculated Risk

MARCH 4, 2025

At 2:00 PM, the Federal Reserve Beige Book , an informal review by the Federal Reserve Banks of current economic conditions in their Districts. The consensus is for 140,000 payroll jobs added in February, down from 183,000 added in January. At 10:00 AM, the ISM Services Index for February.

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Wealth Management

NOVEMBER 27, 2024

Open, honest and candid discussion about DOL guidance on AI, the agency’s practice of sharing information with plaintiff’s attorneys, record keeper consolidation helping RPAs grow and more.

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Wealth Management

OCTOBER 29, 2024

Financial Planning and Information Services represents Hightower’s fifth investment this year and follows news last week that it will take a majority stake in NEPC, an institutional consulting firm.

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Consulting Financial Planning Planning Investments 278

Wealth Management

OCTOBER 3, 2023

Justin Maher agreed to a 12-month suspension for not informing Northwestern Mutual of his involvement in co-founding a crypto asset eventually promoted by Kim Kardashian, Paul Pierce, Floyd Mayweather Jr. and other celebrities.

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Assets 306

Wealth Management

NOVEMBER 3, 2023

This is a pivotal moment in this ever-changing landscape, requiring advisors to weigh the benefits against the drawbacks and make informed decisions about their future path.

Financial Advice 297

Financial Advice 297

Wealth Management

MARCH 11, 2025

During this very informative and fun conversation., Mount Lucas Management's COO, Senior Portfolio Manager & Managing Partner, Jerry Prior drops a ton of insight about investing in managed futures.

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Calculated Risk

JUNE 26, 2023

Notes: Y-axis doesn't start at zero to better show the seasonal change. -- Gasoline Supplied: Energy Information Administration -- This graph, based on weekly data from the U.S. Energy Information Administration (EIA) shows gasoline supplied compared to the same week of 2019. Blue is for 2020.

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Transportation Numbers Sales 352

The Big Picture

AUGUST 25, 2022

It didn’t have to be expensive or exclusive, so long as it was informative and useful. Do it outside on the beach with bands and music and information and fun! For more information: Future Proof Festival site. Javitz Center? Official press release. Follow Future Proof on Twitter. See also : Batnick: Come Fly With Me.

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Wealth Management

DECEMBER 21, 2023

These nine episodes provide diverse points of view, cutting-edge information, inspirational guests and valuable insights to help advisors improve both their professional and personal lives.

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