A majority of Supreme Court justices seems open to taxing unrealized gains. But a wealth tax would face hurdles.
Instead of promising to make income from gratuities tax-free, the former president should vow to abolish tips altogether.
Advisors who educate clients on health, both physical and cognitive, can build deep, quality relationships that go beyond the numbers.
To choose an appropriate annuity for a client's retirement portfolio, you need to have a thorough understanding of the client's life circumstances and goals.
Advisors are confronting everyday situations among clients and prospects that heighten the case for a unified managed household approach.
Here are 15 ways to show clients what you bring to the table in the advisory relationship.
Without adequate planning, food, shelter and inflation can deplete retirement assets--here's how advisors can prepare for this scenario.
Here are three benefits to choosing private placement life insurance as an investment vehicle.
Financial wellness programs can become major growth engines for independent advisors.
Here are some ways advisors can tactfully raise their professional visibility while volunteering in their community.
The latest client portal technology is helping financial planners create better client collaboration.
Now is the time for advisors to talk to their clients about the uncomfortable realities of tomorrow.
Transforming into a visionary leader is an opportunity for unparalleled personal and professional growth.
A focus on transparency is what powers trust and fosters strong relationships.
Dave Elder of Merit Financial Advisors is using AI to meaningfully improve his business processes.
Survey data shows advisors have a lot of work to do on their retirement succession planning.
A deep client discovery process that goes beyond just the numbers is essential to becoming a preeminent advisor to the affluent.
The UMH is not yet a reality, but the industry's brightest minds are on it.
The key to delivering value is to place the advisor-client relationship at the center of the equation.
A global pandemic accord can ensure that these conditions are met next time.