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World Investment Advisors Acquires $3.5B Raymond James Team

Wealth Management

Fresh off a rebrand, World Investment Advisors adds Boston Harbor Wealth Advisors, as it continues to build out its wealth business.

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UBS Client Says His Wife Moved In With Their Wealth Advisor. It Got Messy

Wealth Management

financial firms: when brokers or investment advisors have personal or intimate relationships with their clients. The drama spotlights an issue that has long bedeviled U.S.

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Adviser links: success rates

Abnormal Returns

riabiz.com) The biz A Q&A with Dave Welling CEO of Mercer Advisors about their new equity partner. citywire.com) Mariner Wealth Advisors has purchased institutional consultant Cardinal Investment Advisors. (riabiz.com) Altruist is retrenching.

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How to Find a Fee-Only Financial Advisor

Darrow Wealth Management

Fee-only firms are unique as they do not receive commissions from selling financial products, such as insurance policies or investment products. Fee-only financial advisors are often registered investment advisors too, meaning they have a legal duty to act in the clients best interest. Independent firm. So, thats a lot.

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How to Find a Fiduciary Financial Advisor

Darrow Wealth Management

For non-fiduciary financial advisors, recommendations may only need to be suitable , not necessarily in the client’s best interest. Hybrid firms can switch between their status as a registered investment advisor and brokerage, which can be problematic for individuals seeking unbiased financial advice.

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Financial Advisor Showcase: FSC Wealth Advisors

FMG

For our latest Financial Advisor Website Showcase, we are joined by James. M Comblo, CEO of FSC Wealth Advisors. FSC Wealth Advisors was started by my grandfather in the 60s, and my uncle took over in the 80s. Initially, I didn’t plan to become an advisor. Tell us about your firm. What is your story?

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Navigating the Broker/Dealer vs. Investment Advisor Landscape

Tobias Financial

In the ever-evolving world of finance, understanding the intricate differences between broker/dealers (BDs) and independent Registered Investment Advisors (RIAs) is paramount for consumers seeking trusted financial guidance.