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Diversity is Good Business for Advisory Firms
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U.S. demographics are changing and we are expected to be a minority/majority by 2045. Yet the majority of financial advisors are still overwhelmingly white, male and shrinking in numbers. FlexShares conducted a survey of investors and advisors to see if diversity was being pursued and how firms were building diverse teams.
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The Inherent Value of Diversity
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The client of the future doesn’t look, or act, like the client of the past, or in many aspects, the client of today. As people of all identities -- race, ethnicity, gender, sexual orientations, family status, and more -- overcome historical barriers to access economic opportunities, financial advisors aiming to stay competitive may want to find ways to help a broader range of clients build wealth.
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Transamerica: Make The Most Of Your Legacy
Using Transamerica's annuities in irrevocable trusts
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Nationwide: Relief for small businesses
In March 2020, three important pieces of legislation were signed into law in response to the novel coronavirus pandemic.
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Nationwide: Planning impacts of the coronavirus relief legislation
The Coronavirus Aid, Relief and Economic Security (CARES) Act has been signed into law.
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Stop Assuming. Start Listening!
FlexShares Exchange Traded Funds recently conducted a national survey of HNW primary breadwinners. The results surprised us. Some of the assumptions that we, as an industry, have made about investors because of gender don’t apply to this group of executives. In your business, making incorrect assumptions can hurt your chances with new prospects and in retaining existing clients. We’ve created this guide to help you artfully approach your engagements to better understand the unique situations your potential and current clients are navigating. We’ve broken it down by topic and offer conversation starter ideas.
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Millennials aren't interested/don't have money to invest: Moving beyond the stereotypes
Huge opportunities for growth are overlooked because too many firms believe the myth that millennials aren't interested in investing and don't have money. Bridge this gap with a multigenerational team of advisors.
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Millennials are distracted by technology: Moving beyond the stereotypes
Technology is not truly a distraction to millennials, but rather the infrastructure for much of their lives. Use it to your firm's advantage.
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Millennials are overly concerned with social responsibility: Moving beyond the stereotypes
Millennials are values oriented and want to be engaged with firms and people that understand and share their values. Harness this passion to grow your business and retain employees.