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A Discussion of Some of the Differences Between the Regulatory Requirements of Brokers and RIAs

Author: Knut A. Rostad

A discussion of the differences in the standards of investment advisers and brokers is essential amidst the calls for “harmonizing” the two. This paper seeks to highlight how these two standards differ in terms of the legal requirements and duties imposed on advisers and brokers.

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Fiduciary Doings

Tamar Frankel and Phyllis Borzi

 

The Institute organized a meeting to discuss common interests on Reg BI, the states and advocacy on January 16 in Washington. 22 leaders from nine advisor and consumer advocacy organizations attended.

Here, Phyllis Borzi (left) and Tamar Frankel, Institute Board of Advisor members, are seen readying to depart an Institute dinner, the evening before, where they led discussions.

 

Clark Blackman (left) and Chris Cannon, Real Fiduciary Practices Board members

 

Fiduciary Institute colors fly at CFA Institute conference. Clark Blackman (left) and Chris Cannon, Real Fiduciary Practices Board members, wear their 'Fiduciaries Rock' hats at the CFA event in Fort Lauderdale.