How We’re Positioning Portfolios in a High Interest Rate Environment
It’s been a clichĂ© to say interest rates are going to be higher for longer, especially with markets pulling back expectations for rates cuts quite significantly over the last 4 months, thanks to hotter than expected inflation data. Our team had always been in the camp that we were unlikely to see more than 0.75%-points …
This Is Why We’re (Still) Not Worried About an Inflation Resurgence
There’s no question that the inflation data in the first quarter was uncomfortably hot. But as we highlighted over the past several months, there were good reasons not to panic about another sustained upswing in inflation. I wrote about this when the January, February, and March consumer price index (CPI) reports were released. It was …
Why We Believe Rates Will Be Higher for Longer and What It Means for Bond Investors
“We are navigating by the stars under cloudy skies.” -Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell The Fed is likely underestimating the neutral level of the fed funds rate, which it had at 2.6% in its last summary of economic projections, and will probably need to revise it higher. We believe the Fed’s neutral rate is …
Business Management
Excell 2024: Get to Know Mainstage Speaker Harris III
Excell 2024 is the event to inspire you to create. Our speakers – both Carson and industry leaders – will bring big, creative and inspirational ideas to the stage to energize you to reframe your thinking and grow faster. And in the leadup to this year’s event – taking place September 9-11 at the Orlando …
Dr. Ana MarĂa LĂłpez Caldwell: Empower Your Career with Authenticity
Embracing authenticity can transform your professional journey. In this episode, Ana Trujillo LimĂłn, Director, Coaching and Advisor Content, speaks with Dr. Ana MarĂa LĂłpez Caldwell, Inclusive Leadership Consultant and Coach, about the pivotal role of authenticity, inclusion, and executive business coaching. They explore firsthand accounts of navigating challenges, leveraging personal experiences for growth, and the …
A Solid Foundation: Improving Your Personal Development Quotient for Better Business Outcomes
Our Carson Partners recently participated in the Fundamental 50 Challenge led by a combination of our Carson Coaches and Carson Partners Consulting team. Essentially, the challenge is designed to help advisors focus on improving those foundational business activities that lead to growth – things such as passion prospecting, asking for referrals, calling up prospects who …
100 Tasks Every Advisor Should Delegate
Find out what tasks you can hand off to free up your time and empower your team.
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 LimĂłn, 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 LimĂłn, 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 LimĂłn, Director, Coaching and Advisor Content, and Odaro Aisueni, Wealth Planner, ring in the new year with …
The Financial Advisor's Guide to Effective Marketing
Effective advisor marketing in the digital age requires a strategy that fits your firm.
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 …
Staying on Top of SEC Marketing Rule Changes
Learn how to stay in compliance with SEC rules when using client testimonials and reviews.
Technology
Peter Lazaroff: Embracing Artificial Intelligence
Artificial intelligence is revolutionizing financial advisory. How will AI impact investors’ portfolios?  This week on Framework, Ana Trujillo LimĂłn, 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 …
Our Favorite Financial Advisor Tools to Add to Your Tech Stack
 As financial advisors grow their businesses, their operational needs can drastically change, along with the need to provide competitive services. That’s where financial advisor technology comes in. The best financial advisor tools will enhance your processes, save you time and money and foster connections with clients about their specific goals. Today’s technology offerings can …
Building a Top-of-the-Line Tech Stack
An accessible, user-friendly tech stack is crucial to delivering the best client experience.
Investments
How We’re Positioning Portfolios in a High Interest Rate Environment
It’s been a clichĂ© to say interest rates are going to be higher for longer, especially with markets pulling back expectations for rates cuts quite significantly over the last 4 months, thanks to hotter than expected inflation data. Our team had always been in the camp that we were unlikely to see more than 0.75%-points …
This Is Why We’re (Still) Not Worried About an Inflation Resurgence
There’s no question that the inflation data in the first quarter was uncomfortably hot. But as we highlighted over the past several months, there were good reasons not to panic about another sustained upswing in inflation. I wrote about this when the January, February, and March consumer price index (CPI) reports were released. It was …
Why We Believe Rates Will Be Higher for Longer and What It Means for Bond Investors
“We are navigating by the stars under cloudy skies.” -Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell The Fed is likely underestimating the neutral level of the fed funds rate, which it had at 2.6% in its last summary of economic projections, and will probably need to revise it higher. We believe the Fed’s neutral rate is …
Questions to Consider During a Market Downturn
Prepare yourself, your clients and your team for the inevitable.
Financial Planning
Debra Taylor, CPA/PFS™️, JD, CDFA®️: Navigating Women’s Financial Challenges
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 …
Sheryl Hickerson: Breaking Barriers in Finance
Today on Framework, we explore pathways for women in finance, mentorship, and the strength of having allies. In this episode, Ana Trujillo LimĂłn, Director, Coaching and Advisor Content, and guest co-host, JaQ Campbell, Founder and CEO of Alexander Legacy Private Wealth Management, speak with Sheryl Hickerson, Founder and Chief Engagement Officer at Females and Finance …
Julie Ragatz, Ph.D.: Empowering Women in Wealth Management
This week on Framework, we address how sponsorship and inclusion can empower women in wealth management. In this episode, Ana Trujillo LimĂłn, 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 …
How SECURE 2.0 Act Shifts the Retirement Planning Landscape
Stay on top of the shifting retirement planning picture.
M&A
Know Your Worth | Tray Wiltse
In this month’s Know Your Worth livestream, Carson’s Michael Belluomini, VP, Mergers & Acquisitions, and Jeff Harris, AVP, Mergers & Acquisitions, welcome Tray Wiltse, Managing Director & Wealth Advisor at Carson Wealth in Kansas City. They’ll go through the process of Tray selling his book of business and the factors that went into his decision. …
What’s Your Firm Worth?
In this special web segment, Mike Wieger and Michael Belluomini, VPs of Mergers and Acquisitions, share their observations of the current M&A market, including what you need to know when evaluating your firm’s value, from growth rate and overall AUM size to fees. If you’re interested in knowing what your firm is worth, Carson Group’s …
How to Calculate and Maximize Your Financial Advisor Valuation
As you run your financial advisory practice, in the back of your mind you realize you’re building a valuable business. But do you know just how valuable? You could be pleasantly surprised. Market valuations of RIAs have roughly doubled over the past five years thanks to strong M&A demand from large-scale advisory practices, consolidators and …
The Essentials of Succession Planning for Financial Advisors
Learn how to choose a successor and find the true value of your firm.
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