Here Comes the Best Month (and Best Six Months) Historically of the Year
“A body at rest stays at rest and a body in motion stays in motion unless acted upon by an external force.” Sir Isaac Newton, First Law of Motion The incredible rally continues, justified with some spectacular earnings results. Yes, we are looking at a six-month win streak for the S&P 500, but as …
Powell Refuses To Be Pinned Down to a Dovish Outlook
The Federal Reserve (Fed) cut rates by 0.25%-points at their October meeting, as expected. The target federal funds rate is now in the 3.75–4.50% range, 1.5%-points below the peak of this cycle, and the second cut in consecutive meetings. The chart below shows the upper end of their target. This is now the largest set …
Here Comes the Year-End Rally
In the latest episode of Facts vs Feelings, Ryan Detrick, Chief Market Strategist, and Sonu Varghese, VP, Global Macro Strategist, discuss why a strong year-end rally may already be underway. They explore the drivers behind market momentum, earnings strength, inflation trends, and the Fed’s next moves, while adding insight, a bit of humor, and practical …
Business Management
Top Women Financial Advisors Reveal 5 Career-Changing Lessons
Have you spent years working in a restrictive environment where you felt stymied? You paid your dues—waiting to go independent. You may have felt like you were on an island, trying to do everything alone. The truth is, there are many women financial advisors who can commiserate with you. Carson’s new 2025 State of Women …
Planning with Pride: How Advisors Can Better Serve the LGBTQ+ Community
By Carson Group, in collaboration with Laura LaTourette, CFP®, Managing Partner, Senior Wealth Advisor, Family Wealth Management Group The LGBTQ+ community in the U.S. represents a significant and growing economic force, with an estimated $1.4 trillion in annual purchasing power – making it one of the most financially influential demographics in the country. Yet despite …
Flip the Script: How Sponsors Can Increase Representation of Women in Wealth Management
In her more than two decades in the financial services industry, Clara Sierra hasn’t had many sponsors. “I’ve had many, many, many mentors,” said Sierra, who is a senior director at Moody’s Analytics. “But I would say I have only had two sponsors.” As a woman and as an Afro-Latina, sponsors are few and far …
Marketing
Tamsen Butler: Crafting Compelling Stories
Creating content can seem daunting, even for industry experts like yourself. But whether you’re preparing for a speaking event, writing a blog post, or recording your first podcast episode, what you have to share matters more than how you deliver it. In this episode, Ana Trujillo Limón, Director, Coaching and Advisor Content, speaks with Tamsen …
Minna Shada: Consumer Marketing for Advisors
Are you looking to learn about effective consumer marketing in the financial industry? Today, we look behind the scenes with Ana Trujillo Limón, Director, Coaching and Advisor Content, and Minna Shada, Senior Vice President of Consumer Marketing. Minna talks about her marketing journey since 2013, her pivotal role in partner office marketing, and the innovative …
Kalli Fedusenko: Financial Advisor Marketing
Elevate your financial advisory practice with strategic marketing – it’s not just about attracting new clients, but about showcasing your knowledge, amplifying your visibility, and positioning yourself as a trusted advisor, building credibility. Today on Framework, Ana Trujillo Limón, Director, Coaching and Advisor Content, and Odaro Aisueni, Wealth Planner, ring in the new year with …
Compliance
Understanding the SEC Marketing Rule for Financial Advisors
In late 2020, the SEC announced that it had finalized changes to its Marketing Rule for financial advisors. The amendments create a single rule that replaces the pre-existing advertising and cash solicitation rules. The rule’s broadly drawn limitations and principles-based provisions are designed to accommodate the continual change in technology and ever-expanding ways in which …
Staying on Top of SEC Marketing Rule Changes
Changes to the Securities and Exchange Commission’s “Marketing Rule” recently went into effect, and they impact everything from testimonials to the definition of an “advertisement.” Staying in compliance with these rule changes can be challenging for advisors, but our on-demand webinar “Staying on Top of SEC Marketing Rule Changes” can help you stay on track. …
How SECURE 2.0 Act Shifts the Retirement Planning Landscape
The SECURE Act brought big changes to retirement planning when it was signed into law in 2019. Now, its sequel – dubbed SECURE 2.0 Act – has just passed as part of the 2023 budget. Though SECURE 2.0 Act’s changes to the retirement landscape aren’t quite as sweeping as the original, there’s still plenty advisors …
Technology
How Female Financial Advisors Leverage Technology for Growth
If you are a female financial advisor who is not leveraging technology to help build your clientele, you might want to rethink your strategies. Carson’s 2025 State of Women in Wealth Management report reveals an overwhelming 89% of female wealth managers acknowledge technology played a significant role in their success—both in the office and at …
Peter Lazaroff: Embracing Artificial Intelligence
Artificial intelligence is revolutionizing financial advisory. How will AI impact investors’ portfolios? This week on Framework, Ana Trujillo Limón, Director, Coaching and Advisor Content, and Odaro Aisueni, Wealth Planner, speak with Peter Lazaroff, Chief Investment Officer at Plancorp, LLC, about the impact of AI on financial planning, and the importance of diversification in investment portfolios. …
Power Your Technology and Enhance the Client Experience with Data
Thanks to rapidly advancing technology, financial advisors have access to more data than ever before. But trying to sift through that data and actually use it to enhance your business and client experience can be a challenge. How can you be sure you’re measuring the right metrics, or interpreting the data correctly? How can you …
Investments
Here Comes the Best Month (and Best Six Months) Historically of the Year
“A body at rest stays at rest and a body in motion stays in motion unless acted upon by an external force.” Sir Isaac Newton, First Law of Motion The incredible rally continues, justified with some spectacular earnings results. Yes, we are looking at a six-month win streak for the S&P 500, but as …
Powell Refuses To Be Pinned Down to a Dovish Outlook
The Federal Reserve (Fed) cut rates by 0.25%-points at their October meeting, as expected. The target federal funds rate is now in the 3.75–4.50% range, 1.5%-points below the peak of this cycle, and the second cut in consecutive meetings. The chart below shows the upper end of their target. This is now the largest set …
Here Comes the Year-End Rally
In the latest episode of Facts vs Feelings, Ryan Detrick, Chief Market Strategist, and Sonu Varghese, VP, Global Macro Strategist, discuss why a strong year-end rally may already be underway. They explore the drivers behind market momentum, earnings strength, inflation trends, and the Fed’s next moves, while adding insight, a bit of humor, and practical …
Financial Planning
Understanding, Educating and Building Trust with the Hispanic Community
As one of the fastest-growing demographics in the U.S., Hispanic Americans continue to play a larger role in the U.S. economy each year. They’re enjoying more purchasing power and are on track to accumulate a staggering $113 trillion in wealth by 2050. What’s more, while Hispanic Americans make up 20 percent of the population, less …
Navigating Women’s Financial Challenges with Debra Taylor
With studies showing that women often leave advisors if not feeling connected, wealth managers must understand the importance of building relationships with female clients. Tune in to the Framework Podcast episode featuring Debra Taylor, where we explore how intentional connections with women can lead to better client retention and satisfaction. In this episode, Ana Trujillo …
Empowering Women in Wealth Management with Dr. Julie Ragatz
This week on Framework, we address how sponsorship and inclusion can empower women in wealth management. In this episode, Ana Trujillo Limón, Director, Coaching and Advisor Content, and co-host JaQ Campbell, Founder and CEO of Alexander Legacy Private Wealth Management, speak with Julie Ragatz, Ph.D., Vice President, Next Gen and Advisor Development Programs at Carson …
M&A
Know Your Worth | Buy, Sell, or Partner? What Advisors Needs to Consider
Michael Belluomini and Mike Wieger welcome Jessica Polito, founder of Turkey Hill Management. Jessica has spent more than a decade advising on M&A in the wealth management space and brings a unique perspective shaped by a commitment to providing unbiased guidance to firms navigating one of the most complex decisions they’ll ever face: whether to …
Know Your Worth | M&A Market Trends Every Advisor Should Know
Michael Belluomini and Mike Wieger are joined by John Orsini from MarshBerry. We start by getting to know John a little better; his path into the wealth management space and how MarshBerry has become a key player in the advisory M&A landscape. From there, the conversation shifts to private equity. John recently contributed an article …
Know Your Worth: Anatomy of the Deal
Join Carson’s Michael Belluomini, SVP, Mergers & Acquisitions, and Mike Wieger, VP, Mergers & Acquisitions, as they dive into the structure of a typical M&A deal. Topics of Discussion: The differences between upfront, retention, and growth earnouts. The strangest deal terms and new wrinkles they’ve encountered. The present value of a deal and why headline …
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