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Registered Rep.
April 1, 2005
Anne Field |
Buyer's Recourse For advisors looking to expand a practice quickly, purchasing a book of clients was once the most expedient solution. One advisor learned the hard way that it isn't necessarily so anymore.   |
Registered Rep.
April 1, 2005
Kevin McKinley |
Passing Grades for 529s When qualified college savings accounts burst on the scene in the late 1990s, the initial growth exceeded most expectations. At the same time, small tickets, bigger regulatory burdens and a go-go stock market are diminishing the interest of some advisors. |
Registered Rep.
April 1, 2005 |
Death by Nickels and Dimes Although I signed a contract that stipulated ticket charges would be $15, they are now up to $35. Can I do anything to avoid paying more or even go back to the original number? |
Registered Rep.
April 1, 2005
Bill Singer |
Two-Tiered Justice? A recent SEC report shows that the NASD is far less enthusiastic about policing itself --- despite the fact that such self-regulation is part of its charter. |
Registered Rep.
April 1, 2005
Mindy Diamond |
Should I Stay or Should I Go? The process of deciding to change firms often hinges on concrete comparisons. But other less tangible factors come into play, too. Here are four questions that get to the heart of both types of criteria. Any rep considering changing firms should answer these before taking any major action. |
Registered Rep.
April 1, 2005
Matt Oechsli |
Appearances Matter Wealthy clients weigh a lot of factors when choosing a financial advisor --- cost of services is one of them, but it is far from the most important. |
Registered Rep.
April 1, 2005
Kevin McKinley |
In Praise of the Lump When a retiring client's employer presents him with a choice between a monthly pension check and a lump-sum payment, the choice is usually a simple one. Accepting the lump is usually the most lucrative choice for the client and the advisor. |
Registered Rep.
April 1, 2005
Richard A. Roth |
Keep It Dark Though one function of the NASD is to police its member firms and protect investors, another of its functions is to provide a fair and just arbitration forum for dispute resolution. The NASD should protect the sanctity of the process by ensuring that all parties are treated equally and fairly. |
Bank Technology News
April 2005
John Adams |
The Cost of Doing Business The debate over multi-factor authentication for electronic transactions is growing louder, and many say industry-wide use is virtually inevitable for banks. So why is almost nobody doing it? |
Bank Technology News
April 2005
Holly Sraeel |
Showcasing The Best Community Bank IT Initiatives Technology can be a critical factor for small banks. Learn about the criteria to become one of 10 community banks that will be profiled for excellence in technology innovation. |
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