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Elevation Points Stakes $1B Raymond James Breakaway

Wealth Management

Is a Roth Conversion Worth It for All Clients?

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Tax Advisor Weekly – April 4, 2025

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How to Anticipate and Navigate Property Tax Scenarios for Businesses ( Carl Hoemke , CPA Practice Advisor) Property taxes and business license compliance present a complex landscape, especially when significant business events involving mergers, acquisitions, or expansion occur. Transfer Pricing: The C-suite Needs to be Informed ( Steven C.

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Edward Jones Buys Natixis’ Overlay Management Services to Power its UMAs

Wealth Management

by Fred Barstein Jun 30, 2025 4 Min Read Investment Related Topics Alternative Investments Digital Assets Equities ETFs Fixed Income Investing Strategies Mutual Funds Real Estate SMAs Recent in Investment See All Alternative investment visualization with stacks of coins and percentage signs.

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Live Tax-Free on Crypto in 2025: These 5 Countries Make It Legal

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In 2025, they still welcome crypto wealth with genuinely open arms and, most importantly, zero tax demands. The updated Virtual Asset Act, operational since April 2025, provides crystal-clear licensing. Interestingly, Tether (USDT) is even relocating its HQ here in 2025. Importantly, regulation here isn’t murky.

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Ripple Plans to Become Crypto’s First Bank and Expands Stablecoin Network Through New Partnership

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At the same time, it formally applied for a national banking license. The Banking License: A Federal Future? It formally applied for a national banking license. This license marks a pivotal strategic shift. RLUSD became the top fiat-backed stablecoin on the XRP Ledger in Q2 2025. bank charter.

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Marketing Tips for Financial Advisors With Grace Staten

NAIFA Advisor Today

Grace holds a MBA in finance from San Jose State University, FSCP designation, and multiple FINRA licenses. A passionate advocate for women in finance, she serves as National President of the Accounting and Financial Women’s Alliance and was named a Top 50 Woman Leader in Finance for 2025 by Women We Admire.

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Crypto Investors Are Choosing Japan Over India; Here’s Why

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Furthermore, its Financial Services Agency (FSA) demands rigorous licensing. Adopting Japan’s licensing model could significantly reduce this speculative flight. Thankfully, 2025 brings promising reforms. Over 30 exchanges now operate under strict anti-money laundering rules. These rules build crucial market trust.