Holly Deaton

Nov 20, 2024 | riaintel.com | Georgina Tzanetos |Holly Deaton

Financial advisory firms are undergoing a significant transformation as more and more brokers are transitioning to Registered Investment Advisors (RIAs). This change is driven by a desire for greater autonomy, better fiduciary execution, and of course, improved compensation structures. As the industry evolves, RIAs are becoming the preferred model for many seeking to enhance their practice and deliver superior client outcomes.

Nov 19, 2024 | riaintel.com | Georgina Tzanetos |Holly Deaton

A recent report by ISS Market Intelligence shows a significant shift in investment preferences among US-based financial advisors. The study, part of the ISS MI Advisor Pulse Series, surveyed over 800 advisors in July 2024 and revealed a growing preference for exchange-traded funds (ETFs) over traditional open-end mutual funds. As ETFs offer tax efficiency, liquidity, and active management options, ETFs are quickly becoming a portfolio mainstay for financial advisors and their clients.

Oct 17, 2024 | riaintel.com | Georgina Tzanetos |Holly Deaton

The registered investment advisory (RIA) market has been a hotbed of activity, with buyouts and mergers becoming increasingly common.

Aug 21, 2024 | riaintel.com | Georgina Tzanetos |Holly Deaton

The past two years have seen a rapid transformation of how financial advice is delivered and received. Technological advancements and the democratization of financial advice have shifted how the financial industry delivers its services and how clients expect to be served. A new survey report by professional services firm Accenture reveals that clients now expect a “hybrid advice experience” that seamlessly integrates digital, virtual, and human interactions together.

Aug 21, 2024 | riaintel.com | Georgina Tzanetos |Holly Deaton

Robo-advisors and the proliferation of artificial intelligence have been touted as game-changers in wealth management, offering automated investment management with the promise of lower costs and efficient portfolio optimization. Despite their advantages, robo-advisors don’t seem to be winning the battle against human advisors just yet. The reason? Personalization remains the linchpin in the advisor-client relationship, and something that has yet to yield to technological pursuits.