Morning Memo
Wealth Management Morning Memo

JULY 14, 2020

ESTATE PLANNING

Election 2020: Planning for a Democratic Victory

A panel of tax experts discuss the planning strategies clients should take now in the case of a Democrat winning the White House in the upcoming election.

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INDUSTRY

Commentary: Standing Together and Doing the Next Right Thing

We must all find the strength to be better and provide hope to those who are calling us to action, says Mercer Advisors CEO Dave Welling.  

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SPONSORED CONTENT

Why Free Trading Really Isn't Free

Free isn’t free: How investors subsidize “commission-free” trade.

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REGULATION AND COMPLIANCE

SEC: Crypto App Skirted Federal Securities Law

The SEC charged Abra and Plutus Tech with offering and selling security-based swaps to investors that were not properly registered, and committing these swaps outside proper securities exchanges.

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TECHNOLOGY

Commonwealth Spinoff Advisor360° Names 4 Key Executives

Fresh blood with big enterprise experience—from outside the broker/dealer and RIA space—points to a big growth push.

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SPONSORED WEBINAR

Finding Your Financial Planning Fit

In this webinar on July 28, we'll offer guidance, best practices, and actionable recommendations for implementing a financial planning service at your firm. Join the discussion for key takeaways such as a step-by-step process for creating a financial plan, including fee structure.

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The Daily Brief

ADVISOR CHANNELS

RIA M&A Activity Hit Lows, Highs in Q2

In its second quarter M&A report, Fidelity recorded just three RIA deals in April, yet activity spiked in June, with 14 deals across $20.6 billion in assets. 

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PEOPLE

Girard Names David Geibel President

David Geibel is the new president of Girard, replacing Kevin Norris, who recently retired.

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