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CIFPs 2016: U.S. tax issues and cross-border clients

CIFPs 2016: U.S. tax issues and cross-border clients

Jamie Golombek, managing director, tax & estate planning, CIBC Wealth Strategies, highlights recent U.S. tax developments and their impact on clients who are required to…

Helping clients deal with potential Brexit disruption

Emerging geopolitical issues to impact clients’ investments

Investors should be paying attention mostly to the U.K., the EU and emerging economies for various reasons, expert says

Making the client relationship personal

Recent TC Media/Credo consumer survey finds that personal relationships greatly deepen the bonds that form with advisors, including a willingness to provide referrals

A happier bunch

Reps are seeing new highs in their books of business. And advisors are rating their firms higher this year in a variety of categories, as…

Firms make efforts to foster culture

For many financial advisors surveyed for this year’s Dealers’ Report Card, their firm’s corporate culture is difficult to define and embrace because of geographical distance.…

Advisors experience solid growth

Although dealer reps have added to their AUM and client totals, a closer look reveals that top performers are focusing on serving their high net-worth…

Dealers’ Report Card 2016 main chart

How advisors rated their firms

  • By: IE Staff
  • May 19, 2016 June 15, 2021
  • 23:00

Room for improvement in tech remains

Although some firms are doing a better job on technology, the "satisfaction gap" in this category suggests much work is needed

Right mix of training is needed

With little consensus among advisors about what they need from their firms in ongoing training, the firms that are praised most offer the right blend…

Transition to fees requires support

Regulatory initiatives such as CRM2 are forcing firms to create or improve their IT platforms - as well as increase the support and education for…

Making headway on mobility

Support for mobile technology is becoming more important for financial advisors, and firms are doing a better job of delivering the help advisors need to…

Communication affects satisfaction

Advisors are happier when their firms focus on informing advisors about what's important, including the firm's strategic focus, and provide the proper channels through which…

The Seasons of an Advisor’s Life: Fall, a time for harvesting, productivity and shedding the old

Have You Thought About What Season Your Practice is in?

A different frame

HNW clients want guidance on the complex challenges that wealth can bring

Powering up your practice

Referrals are key to boosting your roster of HNW clients

CPPIB spending $690M for minority stake in software firm Regnology

The firm makes software focused on regulatory reporting solutions for financial institutions

Reclaiming Control: How Edward Jones Rewards Me for Building My Business, My Way

Discover how Edward Jones empowers experienced financial advisors like me with autonomy, support and a compensation model that values our experience.

Private REITs Offer Stability in Uncertain Political Environments

How private REITs can reduce portfolio volatility in times of public market turbulence.

Why the Definition of Independence Matters in the Canadian Securities Industry

Designed Securities Ltd. co-founders Gillian Kunza, CEO and Michael Konopaski, CFO explore common language, context and consensus in the Blue Ocean of independence.

Designed Securities’ AI readiness – how progress and quick pivots are leading them forward

Designed Securities Ltd. co-founders Gillian Kunza, CEO and Michael Konopaski, CFO continue their discussion about trailblazing in an industry filled wiqth conflict, opportunity, and dinosaurs.

Brokerage Report Card 2024 main chart

How investment advisors rated their firms’ support offerings and tools

  • By: IE Staff
  • June 5, 2024 June 4, 2024
  • 09:16

Insurance advisors share industry sentiment and needs (charts)

Insurance advisors answered multiple-choice questions about their industry experience for this inaugural research

Hot housing market gives some Canadians cold comfort

Housing costs are a growing worry, BMO index finds

  • By: IE Staff
  • March 17, 2022 March 17, 2022
  • 15:02

Canadian ETFs enter the metaverse

New funds hold several big names found in broad U.S. stock indexes

  • By: Rudy Luukko
  • January 24, 2022 January 24, 2022
  • 00:15

Can investing choices open doors to opportunity?

The NEI Global Corporate Leaders Fund is investing in companies that enable people to live and thrive.

Can investing choices improve quality of life?

The NEI Global Corporate Leaders Fund is investing in companies that promote people’s health and well-being.

Can investing choices create a more inclusive economy?

The NEI Global Corporate Leaders Fund is investing in companies breaking down barriers to economic participation.