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Seeking Best Execution: Understanding The SEC’s Expectations For Advisors To Deliver Best Outcomes For Clients

Nerd's Eye View

One of the best sources of guidance from the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) is a 1986 interpretive release that unofficially sets forth a framework for satisfying the fiduciary duty to seek best execution of securities transactions in client accounts. Read More.

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Extracting Actionable Takeaways From The SEC’s Staff Bulletin Regarding An RIA’s Standard Of Care

Nerd's Eye View

There is a general understanding that investment advisers have a fiduciary relationship with their clients – in other words, that they are required to act in the client's best interests. These 3 components in practice make up a core part of the adviser's fiduciary duty to their clients.

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How to Find a Fiduciary Financial Advisor

Darrow Wealth Management

Other reasons to work with a fiduciary registered investment advisor Legal obligation to act in your best interests: A fiduciary duty isn’t a marketing tactic, it’s a legal obligation and the highest standard of loyalty and care under the law.

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Wealthfront’s Portfolios Are Now Even More Tax-Optimized

Wealthfront

Wealthfront Advisers is a registered investment advisor, and that means we have a fiduciary duty to act in your best interest. As part of that commitment, we are always looking for opportunities to help you earn more and keep more.

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Tax and Financial Planning Ideas For 2023

Park Place Financial

FINANCIAL PLANNING Tax and Financial Planning Ideas For 2023 Schedule a Complimentary Financial Review CLICK HERE TO SCHEDULE. Additionally, the government has made changes to tax rules, further prompting Americans to reevaluate their tax and financial strategies. Tax Deductions . Retirement Savings Accounts .

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CFP Board’s Crypto Guidelines Offer a Word of Caution

eMoney Advisor

As cryptocurrency continues to become a more significant part of the investment world, what responsibility lies with financial advisors who have a fiduciary duty to protect their clients? They must think about that client’s unique financial situation, including their investing goals, tolerance for risk, and tax status.

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How to Choose a Personal Financial Advisor

Park Place Financial

This type of financing planning may be more beneficial for wealthier people, who need assistance with reducing their tax liability or deciding how to allocate money to beneficiaries. Bankers, stock brokers, insurance representatives, and tax professionals constitute financial advisors. . Financial Advisor . Wealth Manager .