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RIA Code Of Ethics: Important Nuances To Note In Relatively Straightforward Requirements

Nerd's Eye View

All investment advisers are fiduciaries that owe a duty of care and loyalty to their clients, and, in an ideal world, advisory firms and their staff would abide by these requirements without the need for a prescriptive code of ethics.

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MiB: Charlie Ellis on Vanguard’s Rules of Investing

The Big Picture

He tells how Jack Bogle pivoted from active fund management and sales to indexes, which according to his contract, he was not allowed to “sell” (they could only be bought). Ellis recalls that “Bogle was a force of nature” who created and honed the firm’s philosophy and culture of strong ethics.

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Foundation for Financial Service Professionals Announces Journal Author Award Winners

NAIFA Advisor Today

Richards, JD, MBA, CLU, CFP, “Ethical and Regulatory Environment Surrounding the Sale of Premium-Financed Indexed Universal Life Insurance,” in March 2023 For more information about the Kenneth Black Jr. Kelly, JD, LLM, and Lewis B. Journal Author Awards, see the Journal Author Award page on the Foundation’s website.

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Sunday links: too many theories

Abnormal Returns

wsj.com) Sketchy products keep showing up for sale on Amazon ($AMZN). mailchi.mp) On the ethics of holding down two full-time jobs. (wsj.com) At this point, legit crypto companies don't have much choice but to embrace regulation. institutionalinvestor.com) Amazon Amazon ($AMZN) is increasing the number of same-day shipping options.

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10 Sunday Reads

The Big Picture

My Sunday morning look at incompetency, corruption and policy failures: • Inside a Sales Army Turning a Tax Break Into a Modern-Day Gold Rush : Thousands of individuals are referring neighbors and local businesses to a firm that has pursued billions in IRS refunds and created a bonanza for itself. Avert your eyes!

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How does a financial advisor find a successor?

Sara Grillo

Look for career changers who have client service and sales experience in a different industry. Look for good character and work ethic. Alot of them are unhappy, believe me. You can find them on LinkedIn. They can learn the financial skills.

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25 Minimalist Clothing Brands Your Budget Will Love

Clever Girl Finance

Their items are great to stock up on, especially during the sale season! Despite Everlane being recognized as an “ethical” fashion brand, they faced criticism for their treatment of workers during the COVID-19 pandemic. Able Able is a brand that creates ethically-made accessories with a specialty in leather goods.