FA Magazine

Identifying Values For Charitable Giving

by Susan Lazar

An advisor outlines six steps she uses to streamline the giving process.

Why Investors Aren't Learning

by Tracey Longo

Most are programmed to repeat their investment mistakes.

I Hate To Tell You This, Virginia...

by J. Michael Martin

Realistic return assumptions for retirees.

Parting Shot

by Richard B. Wagner

For where your treasure is, there your heart will be also.–Matthew 6:21

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NAPFA Debates Its Future The National Association of Personal Financial Advisors (NAPFA) was formed with a goal of taking fee-only financial advisors from the fringe and...

No Limits To Growth

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Sullivan, Bruyette, Speros & Blayney uses radical ideas to build a super-regional firm.

Analyzing Post-Bubble Disorder

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It‚s a painful malady that may take time to clear up, but it shouldn‚t lead to a recession.

The Amazing Life Of Randy Carver

by Nancy Crotti

Life-threatening childhood cancer and a terrifying plane crash are just two of the many adversities he‚s turned to his advantage.

Sticking To Their Guns

by Marla Brill

Loading up on market castoffs proves a winning strategy for Clipper manager.

A Shortcut To Better Returns

by Gregory Bresiger

But does anyone in the investment-management industry care?

Estate Planners Do The Limbo

by Raymond Fazzi

Some want to see shape of death-tax reform before making long-term decisions.

New MRD Rules Ring In Glorious Changes

by Eric L. Reiner

But misconceptions about these IRA regulations are swirling among advisors.

What's Your Practice Worth?

by Raymond Fazzi

A new report tries to shed light on what creates value.

Gen-X Women Revealed

by Tracey Longo

Some make good clients, especially for newer or younger advisors.

A Powerful Tool, But Land Mines Abound

by Russ Alan Prince and Richard L. Harris

Private-placement variable life insurance benefits the affluent if used correctly.

The World Versus Schwab

by Raymond Fazzi

Some advisors think the company is trying to muscle in on their business.

When Bigger Isn't Always Better

by Tracey Longo

Small and midsized broker-dealers offer special advantages to advisors.

Prometheus Would Be Proud Of Our Profession

by Richard B. Wagner

Like him, we bring powers to humans that were reserved for mythological gods.

Heading For Disaster

by Harold Evensky

The assumptions advisors use for investment planning may threaten their clients.

Branching Out

by Tracey Longo

Investors are clamoring for fee-based services, and some independent broker-dealers are ready to deliver.