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Don’t Sound Like a Solar-Panel Salesperson on LinkedIn

Here are three mistakes financial advisors should avoid if they wish to successfully connect with prospects over LinkedIn.

A Better Way to Seek Client Introductions

You can make this ask part of your regular and structured client-review meetings without sounding pushy. (By David Leo)

Harvesting the Potential of Digital Media in Your Practice

Here’s how media, and particularly social media, have helped me build my brand and grow professionally.

How to Attract More Female Clients

Firms ignoring women on either side of the desk are hindering their growth efforts as women acquire more wealth.

10 Mid-Year Marketing Moves

Five marketing-savvy advisors — all women — share progressive tips that will inspire you and help your firm thrive. (By Laura Garfield)

What the Wealthiest Families Deserve

A family office rich in entrepreneurial spirit matches its approach to the entrepreneurial values of its UHNW clients.

AI for Advisors: Dos and Don’ts

Failing to use ChatGPT and other AI — or misusing it — can harm your practice, says Thrivent’s tech expert.

8 Ways Clients Can Help You Serve Them Better

Clarifying their role and your expectations for them can improve advisor-client relationships on both ends. (By David Leo)

Getting From $0 to $100 Million In AUM

An advisor shares her secrets for hitting this milestone less than five years after founding her firm.

10 Ways to Boost Turnout at Firm-Sponsored Events

With some advance planning, attracting clients (and their friends) shouldn’t be difficult. (By Bryce Sanders)

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Wealth Enhancement Group Acquires $809M Retirement Advice RIA

The partnership with The Retirement Group in San Diego brings the firm’s total client assets to more than $82.7 billion.

Yes, There Is a Best Day of the Week to Book Your Flight, Study Confirms

In general, early-in-the week bookings can save you the most money, but it depends on the airline, a survey of domestic flights finds.

Rent Increases Vastly Outstrip Wage Growth in These Markets

A new Zillow analysis shows U.S. rents have surged in most markets over the last five years — but a couple cities are clear leaders.

Oklahoma Financial Advisor Duo Managing $200M Joins Raymond James

The husband-and-wife team of Mike and Shaley Sikes of Edmond, Okla.., previously was affiliated with Edward Jones.

Demand for Advisor Services Soars, Annual Industry Survey Reveals

The ranks of financial advisors surpassed 1 million in 2023, according to the Investment Adviser Industry Snapshot.

Washington State’s LTC Program May Get Nixed

In November, the state will vote on making the program tax voluntary, which would make the program financially unworkable.

IRS Accepting Applications for Tax Preparation Program Grants

Participating organizations provide free tax counseling to seniors and underserved communities.