Morning Memo
Wealth Management Morning Memo

JUNE 13, 2019

FIXED INCOME

Under Discussion: No Client Under 30 Should Own Bonds

“Bonds are reward-free risk, not risk-free reward,” and best avoided altogether for younger clients, some advisors say.

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INDUSTRY

Merrill Lynch on Track to Add 47,000 Households in 2019, Sieg Says

Model portfolios, referrals from Merrill Edge and tapping into "overlap" with Bank of America's commercial unit were driving advisor efficiencies and bringing in record numbers of new clients.

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Consumers’ Financial Worries in 2019

How advisors can help address clients’ biggest financial concerns.

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ALTERNATIVE INVESTMENTS

The Flight of the Condor

Despite recent headlines, options strategies can conservatively protect portfolios and enhance income for clients.

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5 Key Factors to Recruiting Success

Focusing on these five factors help branch managers make a positive impression on prospective advisors.

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The Daily Brief

PHILANTHROPY

Non-profits Benefitted From Trump's Tax Reforms

Advisors are taking advantage of the one big tax break that hasn’t disappeared—deductions for charitable giving, according to a new survey by Fidelity Charitable.

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RETIREMENT PLANNING

Schwab: 401(k) Participants See Themselves as 'Savers,' Not 'Investors'

While investors believe they will need an average of $1.7 million for retirement, a new survey from Schwab Retirement Plan Services suggests employee investments may not be addressing that need.

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INDUSTRY

Seelaus Asset Management Acquires New Jersey RIA

Seelaus, managers of portfolios of mortgage-backed securities, expands with acquisition of RIA Sterling Wealth Advisors.

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