Nerd's Eye View

MARCH 20, 2024

decreasing withdrawals if market returns are weak and the probability of success falls, or vice versa), making them somewhat less useful for ongoing planning engagements where an advisor could recommend spending changes if they become necessary.

Communication 246

Communication Clients Financial Planning Risk Tolerance 246

Wealth Management

JULY 18, 2023

LPL is currently searching for a new CMO, with Heather Carter planning to depart after the firm’s annual advisor conference next month.

Communication 246

Communication Marketing Marketing Planning 246

Wealth Management

AUGUST 8, 2024

Jen Roche, who was instrumental in steering Osaic's rebrand, will join LPL Financial's communications and public relations department.

Communication 298

Communication Marketing Marketing 298

Nerd's Eye View

NOVEMBER 28, 2024

A firm's pricing strategy often reflects both the local market (or niche-related) norms – such as the nearly-ubiquitous 1%. Others may align with broader industry trends, like transitioning to fee-only structures to buffer against market volatility. How much to charge for financial advice is rarely a decision made lightly.

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Clients Financial Planner Fee Only Financial Planning 246

Nerd's Eye View

DECEMBER 24, 2024

Paul is the CEO of More Clients More Fun, a marketing company that helps financial advisors conceptualize and publish their own book in a consolidated 6-week process. Welcome everyone! Welcome to the 417th episode of the Financial Advisor Success Podcast ! My guest on today's podcast is Paul G McManus.

Financial Advisor 246

Financial Advisor Clients Communication Accounting 246

Nerd's Eye View

JUNE 19, 2023

A better way to implement and communicate fee increases may be one that is centered around providing more value to the client in exchange for the higher fee.

Communication 246

Communication Clients Planning Financial Advisor 246

Nerd's Eye View

FEBRUARY 24, 2025

He explains how they identified which clients were no longer profitable, developed an alternative service model to offer these clients, mentally prepared for the transition, and effectively communicated the changes. rent, marketing, and training). staff time, technology, and custodial fees) and indirect costs (e.g.,

Clients 211

Clients Communication Numbers Management 211

Nerd's Eye View

APRIL 24, 2024

Over the past few decades, advicers have used Monte Carlo analysis tools to communicate to clients if their assets and planned level of spending were sufficient for them to realize their goals while (critically) not running out of money in retirement.

Communication 246

Communication Retirement Clients Accounting 246

Nerd's Eye View

MARCH 21, 2025

Also in industry news this week: While inter-channel advisor moves often make headlines, a recent study from Diamond Consultants found that most advisor transitions occur between firms in the same channel The number of disciplinary cases and restitution orders from FINRA increased in 2024 (the total amount of fines declined) as the self-regulatory (..)

Financial Planner 228

Financial Planner Commission Communication Clients 228

Don Connelly & Associates

DECEMBER 16, 2024

Whether planning for retirement, investing in volatile markets, or managing tax implications, clients are often presented with intricate information that can leave them overwhelmed, confused, and anxious, undermining their ability to make informed decisions.

Communication 52

Communication Financial Advisor Financial Planning Clients 52

Abnormal Returns

MAY 16, 2025

Companies Charter Communications ($CHTR) and Cox Communications are merging. crr.bc.edu) Why the stock market matters for policy making. cnbc.com) Meta's ($META) Facebook and Instagram are increasingly scam-filled. wsj.com) How big an additional opportunity is experiences for Airbnb ($ABNB)?

Communication 167

Communication Media Economy Marketing 167

Nerd's Eye View

MARCH 3, 2025

And while Black Diamond has cut a deal with Morningstar to be the 'default' option for Office advisors to move to, a host of other portfolio management platforms are offering their own incentives as well, leaving Morningstar Office advisors with an opportunity to evaluate a large and crowded landscape of options to find the platform that will work (..)

Estate Planning 173

Estate Planning Portfolio Management Communication Planning 173

Nerd's Eye View

JANUARY 23, 2025

In the 156th episode of Kitces & Carl , Michael Kitces and client communication expert Carl Richards discuss how they use AI tools such as ChatGPT to expedite their creative and strategic processes – and how to ‘ask’ ChatGPT better questions to get more effective and relevant answers.

Financial Advisor 244

Financial Advisor Clients Communication Financial Planning 244

Nerd's Eye View

APRIL 11, 2025

In addition, Atkins' arrival could also mean the end of the pending RIA outsourcing and custody rules proposed under Gensler, a reduced focus on monitoring advisors' off-channel communications, and a new regulatory framework for digital assets.

Financial Planner 162

Financial Planner Communication Commission Clients 162

Nerd's Eye View

JANUARY 31, 2025

Also in industry news this week: While RIA M&A deal flow hit record levels in 2024 (both in terms of volume and the speed of completing them), firm valuations saw relatively modest gains In its latest annual regulatory oversight report, FINRA joined the SEC in flagging the potential risks to firm and client data from the use of third-party vendors (..)

Financial Planner 245

Financial Planner Retirement Planning Compliance Valuation 245

Wealth Management

APRIL 16, 2025

Craft and Capital's Chris Sullivan discusses the importance of creating engaging narratives in asset management, the value of leveraging media relations for effective communication and the importance of authenticity and having clear, differentiated messages to stand out in a competitive market.

Communication 147

Communication Media Assets Management 147

Wealth Management

JUNE 6, 2024

The SEC and FINRA are being transparent about their increased regulatory activity around off-channel communications and the marketing rule.

Communication 305

Communication Marketing Marketing 305

Nerd's Eye View

APRIL 14, 2025

It serves as an introductory conversation with COIs who may be a valuable resource, with the primary goal of exploring values, communication styles, ideal client profile, and experience working with other professionals. The first meeting is focused on building rapport and conducting an initial assessment.

Communication 214

Communication Clients Financial Planning Planning 214

Nerd's Eye View

NOVEMBER 29, 2024

Also in industry news this week: While many financial advisors are paying close attention to the potential extension of sunsetting measures within the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act (TCJA) in the coming year, legislation related to retirement savings could be on Congress' agenda as well Fidelity is planning to change the default for its existing RIA non-retirement (..)

Financial Planner 246

Financial Planner Financial Advice Retirement Financial Advisor 246

Wealth Management

NOVEMBER 14, 2023

The co-founder discusses the why of Bento through to the predictive client-communications platform's just announced partnership with marketing firm FMG Suite.

Engineering 318

Engineering Communication Clients Marketing 318

Nerd's Eye View

OCTOBER 16, 2023

Given that larger firms tend to have more substantial marketing budgets to attract clients, smaller firms and their advisors have had to look for alternative ways to differentiate themselves from the competition. Which helps these firms attract more clients, and continue to thrive amidst competition from larger counterparts! Read More.

Financial Planning 246

Financial Planning Marketing Marketing Financial Advice 246

Nerd's Eye View

MARCH 6, 2025

New financial advisors often start with below-market fees – sometimes to build confidence that prospects will actually pay, other times to attract clients quickly and establish a base. But as the firm grows, so does an advisor's skill set and the demands on their time.

Clients 182

Clients Ethics Financial Advice Budgeting 182

Nerd's Eye View

AUGUST 8, 2022

Good marketing based on using impactful messages for consumers is a foundational element for many types of businesses that allows companies to define and convey their unique value. First, it's important to make the consumer (rather than the firm) the main character in the firm's communications.

Marketing 241

Marketing Marketing Communication Consulting 241

The Big Picture

APRIL 15, 2025

That amplified the initial market reaction, with a lot of volatility and a significant drawdown. Whatever the final tariff situation, the White House can clearly learn from the communication strategies the Federal Reserve has perfected. ~~~ We are not privy to the discussions inside the Oval Office.

Economics 317

Economics Economy Communication Marketing 317

Wealth Management

MARCH 18, 2025

The CEOs of Savvy and startup FINNY AI told advisors at an industry conference that marketing, administrative tasks and tailored client communication are all rife for AI disruption.

Startup 267

Startup Communication Clients Marketing 267

Nerd's Eye View

SEPTEMBER 5, 2023

Olivia is the Founder of Lexicon Advisor Marketing, a virtual outsourced digital marketing company that specializes in working with financial advisors to generate a steady flow of prospects. Welcome back to the 349th episode of the Financial Advisor Success Podcast ! My guest on today's podcast is Olivia Luper.

Financial Advisor 245

Financial Advisor Marketing Marketing Media 245

Calculated Risk

OCTOBER 12, 2022

From the Fed: Minutes of the Federal Open Market Committee, September 20-21, 2022. Participants observed that a period of real GDP growth below its trend rate, very likely accompanied by some softening in labor market conditions, was required. "Purposefully moving" towards a more restrictive policy.

Communication 363

Communication Economics Risk Management Management 363

Nerd's Eye View

AUGUST 16, 2024

Notably, this announcement included the first off-channel communication case brought by the SEC as a result of a referral from an RIA exam, which could lead examiners to focus on off-channel communications during regular RIA examinations.

Financial Planner 246

Financial Planner Communication Retirement Commission 246

Nerd's Eye View

JUNE 17, 2024

Nonetheless, fewer than 10% of SEC-registered investment advisers report using them, even though the SEC’s updated investment adviser marketing rule allows financial advisors to proactively encourage testimonials (from clients), use endorsements (from non-clients), and highlight their own ratings on various third-party review sites.

Financial Advising 246

Financial Advising Compliance Advertising Marketing 246

Midstream Marketing

DECEMBER 26, 2024

Forefield Advisor Marketing is a powerful suite of tools for financial professionals, aimed at enhancing client engagement and driving business growth. This blog post will explore the importance of advisor marketing in todays evolving financial services industry, focusing on strategies for success.

Marketing 52

Marketing Marketing Communication Advertising 52

Nerd's Eye View

JANUARY 6, 2025

FINNY AI, an AI-powered prospecting tool, has raised $4.2

Startup 188

Startup Financial Advisor Clients Portfolio Management 188

Abnormal Returns

AUGUST 11, 2022

Markets The stock market cares about better or worse, not good or bad. theirrelevantinvestor.com) A notable sign that markets are moving higher. allstarcharts.com) Companies Tomasz Tunguz, "Profitability has surged as the most significant correlate & predictor of a public software company’s value."

Communication 144

Communication Financial Advising Startup Media 144

Calculated Risk

MARCH 7, 2025

The labor market is solid, and inflation has moved closer to our 2 percent longer-run goal. The labor market Many indicators show that the labor market is solid and broadly in balance. We see ongoing progress in categories that remain elevated, such as housing services and the market-based components of non-housing services.

Economics 162

Economics Economy Food Communication 162

The Big Picture

AUGUST 15, 2022

My back-to-work morning train WFH reads: • When is a Bear Market Over? Like many things in the market, there aren’t any hard and fast rules for this kind of thing, especially in real-time. If you’re not that smart but can communicate ideas clearly, you have a great advantage over everybody who can’t communicate clearly.

Communication 295

Communication Startup Management Economics 295

Abnormal Returns

OCTOBER 21, 2024

Podcasts Frazer Rice talks RIA marketing with Richard Heft, President of EXT Marketing. ft.com) Communication is key when it comes to families. frazerrice.com) Brendan Frazier talks with Ben Haas about how to conduct client 're-discovery' meetings. kitces.com) Why so many advisers seek out a partner when launching a practice.

CFP 283

CFP Communication Investment Advisor Management 283

Nerd's Eye View

JANUARY 15, 2024

For clients, more frequent communication can be a source of behavioral coaching and helpful information that can better equip them to stay the course through rocky markets. Although newsletters are made to be sent to many people at once, from a client's perspective, they can be seen as a much more intimate form of communication.

Clients 246

Clients Communication Financial Advisor Wealth Management 246

The Big Picture

MARCH 20, 2025

This will run its course over the next few weeks and months… There are lots of reviews trickling in, and I want to share one from someone you may not be familiar with: John Tamny of Real Clear Markets. Slow and steady wins the race, or something like that. Put another way, Ritholtz is fun.

Investments 147

Investments Investing Communication Retirement 147