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Wealth Management Daily Memo

APRIL 3, 2020

INDUSTRY

Creative Planning Grows in Crisis

Peter Mallouk’s firm took in $500 million in net new assets, and over a hundred new clients, during the past few weeks. “It’s been our best month in a long time.”

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INDUSTRY

E*Trade: Advisors Focus on Volatility, Recession Risks in Client Portfolios

The pandemic is causing advisors to more actively manage against market volatility and recession risks, as well as navigate an influx of calls from worried clients, according to a new E*Trade survey.

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ETFS

Out of Gas: Oil, Energy Funds Posted the Worst Returns in the First Quarter of 2020

Among greater stock volatility, ETFs focused on oil, gas and energy had the worst returns over the past three months.

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THE PUZZLER

Test Your Small Number Smarts

Each puzzle is designed to be solved in about 30 seconds.

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CORONAVIRUS COVERAGE

INDUSTRY

Financial Advisory Firms Eyeing Government’s Loan Assistance Program

Lenders to RIAs are scrambling to make sense of the requirements as advisory firms have an opportunity to take advantage of a forgivable loan program designed to help them meet payroll during the economic fallout.

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CLIENT RELATIONS

Advisors to Doctors Face Unique Challenges

Physician clients are taking a unique hit during the national pandemic. Many not on the front lines of the crisis have seen their income plummet. Advisors to this niche are advising a cautious approach to their financial plans.

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INSURANCE

Life Insurance Triage in the Age of Coronavirus

Help clients evaluate whether it pays to sell a policy through a life settlement.

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REGULATION AND COMPLIANCE

SEC Holds Firm on June 30 Reg BI Implementation Date

The SEC's work over the past 10 months with broker/dealers, advisors and regulatory agencies has prepared everyone for compliance by the end of June, Chairman Jay Clayton said today.

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ALTERNATIVE INVESTMENTS

The Growth of Volatility as an Asset Class

A growing number advisors are recognizing the long-term value of the systematic and dynamic inclusion of volatility assets in a portfolio.

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CAREERS

Five Mind Power Tips to Help You During This Crisis

The power of positive thinking.

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