May 2011

Perceived Danger

by James Frederick And Evan Simonoff

After watching two market meltdowns, Generation  X and Y are confused and see themselves as savers,  not investors.

Lean On Me

by David J. Drucker And Gary Davis Jr.

Custodians have ramped up the services they offer to registered investment advisors.

The Goldilocks Dilemma

by Daniel Bernstein

The greatest problem with client agreements today is the shortcut approach too many advisors take.

Finra Makes Its Move

by Andrew Gluck

Who regulates financial advisors may shift.  Here's a look at the positions various groups are taking on fiduciary standards.

The Challenge Of Rebalancing

by David Lawrence

Here are the pros and cons of using an automated system for this arduous task.

Destination Check

by Bill Bachrach

"Don't shut the door, don't shut the door, I'm not going to Chicago!"

Locating Socrates

by Mitch Anthony

Teddy's philosophy about money is something I'll always remember.

On The Job Counseling

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Two St. Louis entrepreneurs have worked financial advice and employee assistance in to the same service.

High Anxiety

by Matt Greco

Rich and poor are worried about money. A group of financial planners and psychotherapists has formed to discuss issues of common interest.

Busting Into Trusts

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Personal trust assets are moving out of the longstanding grip of bank trust departments. It's the independent RIAs' game to lose if they don't step up.

Income Discovery

by Joel P. Bruckenstein

Fiducioso Advisors helps build better retirement income plans.

Back To The Land

by FA Staff

Former Florida Governor Jeb Bush and others offer their take on the future of real estate markets.

Mainstreaming Alternatives

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Financial advisors are taking a shine to alternative investments.

Will Muni Bond Funds Make Us Smile Again?

by Bruce W. Fraser

Many advisors think the criticism and fear of the municipal bond market is overblown.

Shipping News

by Eric Uhlfelder

Depressed ocean shipping rates in the midst of global economic recovery could suggest a buying opportunity in this underfollowed sector.

Shopping Agricultural ETFs While Grocery Bills Surge

by Tom Lydon

Today's harvest projections don't measure up to the levels that people consume.

Oil Price Surge

by Marla Brill

Pain at the pump for consumers has meant better returns than market averages for this fund.

Fear Factor

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More women than men are worried about having enough money in retirement. Other differences in women's attitudes are important for advisors to know so they can work with them effectively.

Avoiding The Tax Road

by Gail Liberman

New York and other states have stringent residency requirements, so clients need to follow the rules closely to avoid state taxes on a second home.

A Lesson From Jerry Maguire

by Jennifer M. Wolfsberg

With the tumultuous market conditions over the last decade, how do advisors rebuild their business financially? More importantly, how do we rebuild and strengthen client relationships?

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