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Les Abromovitz:  [Soft dollar use] may affect the best execution of securities transactions and might cause the client to pay more than the lowest-available commission.

RIAs need to take a hard look at their use of soft dollars
Some advisors are landing in hot water with the SEC

Friday 11.11.11
Rick Keller: It was stressful to compete in a world where investment management services are combined with a broad bank platform so, I decided to open my own bank.

In a twist, RIA opens a bank - to significant success
Despite increased oversight, the one-stop-shopping model has worked for First Foundation

Wednesday 6.1.11
Zachary Gronich:  Make no mistake, the annual renewals are the most important on-going compliance issue.

The quick and easy route to getting your RIA license suspended
Renewal gauntlet begins next week with a moved-up deadline

Friday 11.6.09
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