Morning Memo
Wealth Management Morning Memo

MAY 5, 2020

IBD REPORT CARD

Calm Before the Storm?

2019 was a great year for advisors at independent brokerages, but that may belie what's ahead for the channel if the economy continues to tumble.

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HIGH NET WORTH

What COVID-19 Means for Art Collectors

The pandemic has hobbled the art world.

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ESTATE PLANNING

Probate and Family Court Protocols During the COVID-19 Crisis

The interruption to court operations presents challenges for trusts and estates practitioners and clients.

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CORONAVIRUS COVERAGE

HIGH NET WORTH

Eight Bingeable Shows for Locked Down Advisors

It’s not like you’re going anywhere.

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PEOPLE

Coronavirus Journal: Every Day Is Different

NextGen Financial Advice founder Brian Jones checks back in with how his kids are handling distance learning.

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INDUSTRY

Financial Planning Stands Tall During COVID-19 Crisis

We can’t let this virus hinder us from further elevating the profession and advocating on federal and state policies that could influence the trajectory of the field, says Martin Seay, FPA president.

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INDUSTRY

The Four Phases of RIA M&A After the COVID-19 Storm

The devastation following the COVID-19 crisis will lead to a lull in RIA mergers and acquisitions, followed by a surge until a return to normal, writes David DeVoe.

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INSURANCE

Coronavirus, Preppers and Life Insurance

Can the current situation help us focus on priorities?

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REGULATION AND COMPLIANCE

New FINRA Task Force Seeks Out COVID-19 Fraud

The task force is headed by former FBI Special Agent Greg Ruppert and has already made dozens of referrals to the SEC about potentially fraudulent activity.

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The Daily Brief

CAREERS

CFP Board Postpones Exams to September

As testing sites remain closed due to COVID-19, the CFP Board has rescheduled its July exams to September.

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INDUSTRY

LPL Snags Securities America’s Largest OSJ

JFC Financial Services made the move in response to Advisor Group’s acquisition of Ladenburg Thalmann, the former parent of Securities America.

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BUSINESS PLANNING

What Standout RIAs Did During the Last Crisis

During times of crisis, top performers keep hiring, closely monitor their expenses, continue growing their client base and invest selectively, according to FA Insight.

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