Financial advisors

The Rise Fund Leads $200M Series D Investment in Human Interest to Accelerate Growth and Societal Impact 

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Wednesday, August 4, 2021

The Rise Fund determined that Human Interest has the potential to deliver outsized societal impact by helping SMB workers build retirement savings that significantly outpace what they would be able to save without an employer-sponsored plan.

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  • The Rise Fund determined that Human Interest has the potential to deliver outsized societal impact by helping SMB workers build retirement savings that significantly outpace what they would be able to save without an employer-sponsored plan.
  • The cost of a Human Interest 401(k) plan is 40%+ lower than the industry average.6
    Promoting financial health is a core investment pillar for The Rise Fund.
  • Investment Advisory services are offered by Human Interest Advisors, a subsidiary of Human Interest Inc. Human Interest Advisors is a registered investment advisor with the Securities and Exchange Commission ("SEC").
  • As part of TPG, The Rise Fund offers investment resources, business-building skills, rigorous measurement, and a global network to help portfolio companies accelerate growth and impact.

The Premier Private Wealth Conference, Wealth Advisor Forum is Back Offering Renowned Speakers and an Exclusive Certificate from Chicago Booth School of Business for all Attendees

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Wednesday, August 4, 2021

The 2021 Wealth Advisor Forum is presented by the Investments & Wealth Institute in partnership with the University of Chicago Booth School of Business.

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  • The 2021 Wealth Advisor Forum is presented by the Investments & Wealth Institute in partnership with the University of Chicago Booth School of Business.
  • Additionally, for the first time, attendees can earn an exclusive certificate of completion from the Chicago Booth School of Business when they attend Wealth Advisor Forum, September 13-14, 2021, in Chicago, IL, or virtually by watching the on-demand recordings.
  • The Wealth Advisor Forum is powered by the Certified Private Wealth Advisor (CPWA) certification , the authoritative guide to a full range of choices for wealth advisors to preserve, diversify, and grow their clients' concentrated wealth.
  • Founded in 1985, the Investments & Wealth Institute is the premier professional association, education provider, and standards body for financial advisors.

Finance Industry Veterans Join Altruist to Make Independent Financial Advice Better, More Accessible, and More Human

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Wednesday, August 4, 2021

Mellis' and Grealish's hires fuel Altruist's mission to make personalized, independent financial advice better, more affordable, and accessible.

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  • Mellis' and Grealish's hires fuel Altruist's mission to make personalized, independent financial advice better, more affordable, and accessible.
  • "One thing remains constant in financial services: people want professional financial advice from a real person who cares about their future," said Jason Wenk, co-founder and CEO, Altruist.
  • Some priced independent financial advice completely out of reach, and others took human advisors out of the equation entirely.
  • Altruist is a Los Angeles-based fintech company that makes independent financial advisors more efficient, affordable, and accessible to more people.

Golden State Continues to Attract Top Advisors as They Rapidly Expand Across the Country

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Wednesday, August 4, 2021

Headquartered in California, Golden State now has advisors across eight additional states including Arizona, Michigan, Montana, New Mexico, Oregon, Texas, Washington, and Wyoming.

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  • Headquartered in California, Golden State now has advisors across eight additional states including Arizona, Michigan, Montana, New Mexico, Oregon, Texas, Washington, and Wyoming.
  • At Golden State, we can provide advisors with the tools, technology and support they require regardless of their physical location.
  • This was the Golden State business model prior to COVID-19 and it continues to serve our advisor's needs as we progress forward out of the pandemic," said Daniel R. Catone, CEO of Golden State.
  • The Golden State family of companies, comprised of Golden State Wealth Management, Golden State Equity Partners and Golden State Asset Management, are investment advisers registered with the SEC dedicated to financial professionals and their clients.

GPB CAPITAL INVESTOR ALERT: KlaymanToskes Announces Preparation to File FINRA Arbitration Claim on Behalf of Investor Who Purchased GPB Capital Through Advisor of TD AMERITRADE ADVISORDIRECT® Referral Program

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Tuesday, August 3, 2021

TD Ameritrade, which was recently acquired by Charles Schwab (NYSE: SCHW), offers to help investors find a Registered Investment Advisor (RIA) through AdvisorDirect advisory service.

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  • TD Ameritrade, which was recently acquired by Charles Schwab (NYSE: SCHW), offers to help investors find a Registered Investment Advisor (RIA) through AdvisorDirect advisory service.
  • TD Ameritrades website makes clear that based on your personal needs, Our AdvisorDirect referral program gets you an introduction to an independent Registered Investment Advisor (RIA).
  • GPB Capital sold and marketed, non-registered private placement notes, through inadequate disclosure of illiquidity, high risks and commissions which made the investments unsuitable for most investors.
  • securities under investigation include:
    The sole purpose of this release is to investigate on behalf of our client who purchased GPB Capital private placement notes through the TD Ameritrade AdvisorDirect Referral Program.

LPL Financial Hires Corey Staten as EVP, Service

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Tuesday, August 3, 2021

SAN DIEGO, Aug. 03, 2021 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- LPL Financial LLC (Nasdaq:LPLA)today announced that Corey Staten has joined the firm as executive vice president, Service, effective today.

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  • SAN DIEGO, Aug. 03, 2021 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- LPL Financial LLC (Nasdaq:LPLA)today announced that Corey Staten has joined the firm as executive vice president, Service, effective today.
  • In this role, Staten leads the Service organization, including the Service Center, Specialized Service Teams, Technical Support Help Desk, and New Advisor Care Team.
  • Corey is a passionate and strategic leader with a depth of experience designing and delivering client-centric service experiences for a large client base.
  • Throughout this communication, the terms financial advisors and advisors are used to refer to registered representatives and/or investment advisor representatives affiliated with LPL Financial LLC.

Dynamic Advisor Solutions Partners with FeeX to Actively Manage Held-Away Accounts

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Tuesday, August 3, 2021

Dynamic Advisor Solutions dba Dynamic Wealth Advisors, a professional services provider for wealth advisors, has partnered with FeeX to provide a Premium Service option that integrates held-away accounts.

Key Points: 
  • Dynamic Advisor Solutions dba Dynamic Wealth Advisors, a professional services provider for wealth advisors, has partnered with FeeX to provide a Premium Service option that integrates held-away accounts.
  • Partnering with FeeX allows Dynamics network of advisors to actively manage and trade on their clients 401(k), 403(b) and other held-away accounts without triggering custody, empowering advisors to actively manage some of their clients largest accounts as part of a comprehensive, balanced plan.
  • FeeX is revolutionizing wealth management by making it possible for financial advisors to actively manage 401(k) and other held away accounts.
  • Investment advisory services are offered through Dynamic Advisor Solutions, LLC, dba Dynamic Wealth Advisors, an SEC registered investment advisor.

Financial Advisor Magazine Recognizes Magnus Financial Group to Its 2021 RIA Survey and Ranking

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Friday, July 30, 2021

NEW YORK, July 30, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- Magnus Financial Group LLC ("Magnus"), a registered investment advisory (RIA) firm, has earned further recognition within the financial services industry after earning a place on Financial Advisor Magazine's 2021 RIA Survey and Ranking for the fourth consecutive year.

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  • NEW YORK, July 30, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- Magnus Financial Group LLC ("Magnus"), a registered investment advisory (RIA) firm, has earned further recognition within the financial services industry after earning a place on Financial Advisor Magazine's 2021 RIA Survey and Ranking for the fourth consecutive year.
  • In this ranking, there were over 600 RIAs listed and Magnus was one of the approximately 320 firms ranked with over $1 billion of assets under management.
  • The firms provided company data pursuant to submission guidelines as of December 31, 2020.
  • For more information on Magnus Financial Group, visit: http://www.magnusfinancial.com

LPL Financial Welcomes Financial Advisors Kyle Smith and Michael Sandlin

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Wednesday, July 28, 2021

CHARLOTTE, N.C., July 28, 2021 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- LPL Financial LLC (Nasdaq:LPLA)today announced that financial advisors Kyle Smith CFP and Michael Sandlin CFP, AAMS have joined LPL, affiliating with Linsco by LPL Financial, the firms employee advisor model.

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  • CHARLOTTE, N.C., July 28, 2021 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- LPL Financial LLC (Nasdaq:LPLA)today announced that financial advisors Kyle Smith CFP and Michael Sandlin CFP, AAMS have joined LPL, affiliating with Linsco by LPL Financial, the firms employee advisor model.
  • The advisors are longtime colleagues and friends who spent many long nights studying for their Certified Financial Planner exam together.
  • Smith and Sandlin strongly believe that as financial advisors, they should be fiduciaries and put clients interests ahead of their own, which is why they joined Linsco to launch SmithSandlin Wealth Planning.
  • Read about other firms that recently joined LPL in the LPL Financial News and Media section of LPL.com.

Mill Creek Capital Advisors Named #50 in FA Magazine’s 2021 Annual RIA Ranking

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Wednesday, July 28, 2021

Mill Creek Capital Advisors, LLC, today announced it was recognized as a top registered financial advisor (RIA) in FA Magazines 2021 Annual RIA Ranking .

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  • Mill Creek Capital Advisors, LLC, today announced it was recognized as a top registered financial advisor (RIA) in FA Magazines 2021 Annual RIA Ranking .
  • We are thrilled to be honored with this national achievement, said Joshua Gross, Chief Executive Officer at Mill Creek Capital Advisors.
  • About Mill Creek Capital Advisors, LLC and Important Disclosures
    Mill Creek Capital Advisors, LLC (MCCA) is an independent SEC Registered Investment Advisory firm providing wealth management solutions to its clients.
  • The trademarks "Mill Creek," "Mill Creek Capital," and "Mill Creek Capital Advisors" are the exclusive property of Mill Creek Capital Advisors, LLC, are registered with the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office, and may not be used without permission.