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Tax-Smart DAF Strategies Advisers Can Put to Work for Clients
Donor-advised funds can help clients maximize their philanthropy through front-loading deductions, donating appreciated assets and 'bunching' contributions.
By Stephen Kump
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How Advisers Turn Compliance Into a Competitive Advantage
Collaboration, transparency and education can strengthen compliance and empower financial advisers to thrive.
By Shawn Scholz
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What Advisers' Clients Need to Know About Private Markets
With product innovation 'democratizing' private market access for everyday investors, advisers must step up their game to educate clients on the pros and cons.
By Mike Kurz, CIMA®, CPWA®, RMA®, CFP®, CAIA
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What the 2026 Tax Landscape Means for Financial Advisers
The OBBB's impacts on 2026 are taking shape, amplifying the need for financial advisers' expertise in transforming stability into strategy for their clients.
By Dave Alison, CFP®, EA, BPC
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A Blueprint for Helping to Build Your Advisory Practice
As a financial professional, you can draw lessons from Advisors Excel's journey to find ideas, strategies and inspiration for growing your own advisory business.
By Cody Foster
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Debunking Myths About Defined Outcome ETFs (Buffered ETFs)
Defined outcome ETFs offer a middle ground between traditional equity and fixed-income investments, helping provide downside protection and upside participation.
By Ben Sullivan, CFA®, CFP®
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Serving the HNW Market: How Financial Advisers Can Break Through and Deliver Lasting Value
Financial advisers have a significant opportunity to serve high-net-worth clients by elevating their capabilities, delivering comprehensive planning, building diverse teams and prioritizing family wealth education.
By John Roberts
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Don't Just Sell, Connect: How Financial Advisers Can Ignite Their Sales Growth
Avoid complacency and embrace small, consistent improvements to optimize your sales process and results.
By Cody Foster
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Advisers Face a Fiduciary Challenge When Discussing Alternatives to Trump Accounts
While Trump Accounts offer some benefits for early savings, investment advisers need to be cautious when recommending alternatives like 529 plans or Roth IRAs, as those suggestions could create fiduciary conflicts.
By Jeff Briskin
