As clients demand more holistic and human-centered planning experiences, financial advisors are increasingly being asked to support aging-related decisions, from home transitions to end-of-life care. For many, this “messy middle” between long-term care planning and estate settlement has become a blind spot. So, what does it take to navigate life’s most challenging transitions, like elder …
As financial technology continues to evolve, one key area of change is the automation of routine tasks. For wealth management professionals, forms automation is essential for boosting efficiency, reducing manual errors, and enhancing the client experience. As the demand for faster, more seamless processes grows, many advisors are turning to automation solutions to streamline paperwork …
The rise of AI is creating a pivotal shift in wealth management—streamlining operations, enhancing client engagement, and helping advisors scale. While some firms remain hesitant, the future belongs to those embracing AI not as a replacement but as a co-pilot that empowers them to serve clients better and grow more efficiently. In this episode of …
What exactly does it take to ride the wave of independence in wealth management, and how can technology ease the transition? The breakaway movement is accelerating, with more advisors leaving traditional wirehouses to build independent RIAs that offer greater flexibility, control and client-centric service. But with independence comes new challenges—scaling efficiently, selecting the right tech …
The landscape of wealth management is shifting, and alternative investments are emerging as a powerful tool for RIAs looking to drive organic growth and portfolio resilience. With increasing investor demand for access to institutional-grade opportunities, advisors must evolve their approach to stay competitive. In this episode of The WealthStack Podcast, host Shannon Rosic, director of …
The future of wealth management isn’t just about managing portfolios—it’s about leveraging technology to deliver personalized, client-centric solutions at scale. As the industry evolves, advisors and firms must adapt to new digital tools, automation and AI-driven insights to remain competitive. In this episode of the WealthStack Podcast, host Shannon Rosic, director of WealthStack content and …
The rise of AI in wealth management isn’t just about technological advancement; it’s about fundamentally reshaping how advisors operate, engage with clients and scale their businesses. AI’s ability to automate administrative tasks gives advisors more time to focus on strategic planning and client relationships—core elements of building trust and growing AUM. Firms that embrace this …
The WealthStack podcast is back for 2025, and advisors are navigating a whirlwind of challenges—think regulatory twists, inflationary pressures and a wealthtech marketplace that feels more crowded than a New York subway at rush hour. This perfect storm is setting the stage for a transformative year, where clarity and consolidation could bring some focus to …
Technology is no longer just a nice-to-have—it’s essential for scaling and improving client outcomes. With increasing demands on advisors, platforms like Schwab are working to simplify, integrate and anticipate the next wave of innovation to help advisors thrive in an evolving landscape. In this episode of The WealthStack Podcast, Shannon Rosic, director of WealthStack content …
Digital vaults are revolutionizing legacy planning by providing a secure, centralized and accessible solution for managing critical documents and assets. In an era where families are geographically dispersed, and financial lives are increasingly complex, digital vaults enable the seamless organization and sharing of important information, such as wills, insurance policies, deeds and health directives. By …