• Creative Planning's Vision for the RIA Industry
    Nov 14 2024

    In this episode:

    • Understand the importance of aligning growth strategies with client needs and preferences.
    • Learn practical techniques to enhance client engagement while pursuing new business opportunities.
    • Explore how prioritizing client satisfaction can lead to sustainable growth in the wealth management sector.

    Additional resources:

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    Questions or ideas? Email us at [bigpictureinpractice@morningstar.com](mailto:bigpictureinpractice@morningstar.com).

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    45 mins
  • The Growing Importance of Alternative Assets
    Oct 17 2024

    In this episode:

    • Alternative investments offer unique diversification opportunities.
    • Interval funds provide liquidity and access to private assets.
    • Tokenization could reshape access to alternative markets.

    Additional resources:

    • Read a summary of the episode: https://www.morningstar.com/business/insights/blog/podcast/big-picture-in-practice/future-of-investing-alternative-assets
    • Catch up on previous episodes: https://www.morningstar.com/views/podcasts/big-picture-in-practice
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    Questions or ideas? Email us at [bigpictureinpractice@morningstar.com](mailto:bigpictureinpractice@morningstar.com).

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    43 mins
  • Lessons on Adaptability and Client-Focused Solutions with Capital Group’s CEO Mike Gitlin
    Oct 3 2024

    In this episode:

    • How advisors can focus on services over products to meet client needs.
    • Why holistic guidance and treating the practice like a small business can help drive success.
    • How staying informed on global trends and embracing continuous learning fosters long-term success.

    You can listen to this and other episodes of Big Picture in Practice wherever you stream podcasts.

    Additional resources:

    Read a summary of this episode: https://www.morningstar.com/business/insights/blog/podcasts/financial-advisor-client-success

    Catch up on previous episodes: https://www.morningstar.com/views/podcasts/big-picture-in-practice

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    Questions or ideas? Email us at bigpictureinpractice@morningstar.com.

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    35 mins
  • Unified Managed Accounts and SMAs, Compared
    Sep 19 2024

    Dimensional Fund Advisors’ Katie Hendrix and Bryce Skaff dive into the firm’s new UMA platform.

    In this episode:

    • Differences between unified managed accounts, separate accounts, and direct indexing.
    • A look inside UMA platform technology.
    • How UMAs address tax considerations.

    You can listen to this and other episodes of Big Picture in Practice wherever you stream podcasts.

    Additional resources:

    Read a summary of this episode: https://www.morningstar.com/business/insights/blog/podcasts/big-picture-in-practice/tax-managed-separate-accounts

    Catch up on previous episodes: https://www.morningstar.com/views/podcasts/big-picture-in-practice

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    Questions or ideas? Email us at bigpictureinpractice@morningstar.com.

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    39 mins
  • Tax-Managed Separate Accounts, Explained
    Sep 5 2024

    Schwab’s Jason Diefenthaler breaks down the inner workings of tax-exempt investment strategies.

    In this episode:

    • The basics of tax-managed fixed income.
    • Tax management tactics for separate accounts.
    • Tips to measure client outcomes and manage expectations.

    You can listen to this and other episodes of Big Picture in Practice wherever you stream podcasts.

    Additional resources:

    Read a summary of this episode: https://www.morningstar.com/business/insights/blog/podcasts/big-picture-in-practice/tax-managed-separate-accounts
    Catch up on previous episodes: https://www.morningstar.com/views/podcasts/big-picture-in-practice
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    30 mins
  • Understanding and Meeting the Unique Needs of Different Investor Segments
    Aug 29 2024

    In the complex world of financial advising, one size doesn't fit all. The diversity among investors is vast, with hybrid investors, millennials, Gen X, and women each bringing unique preferences, concerns, and goals to the table. This presents a powerful yet perplexing challenge to financial advisors: how to tailor their services effectively to each group.

    Listen to our in-depth conversation with Brie as she shares the distinctive needs of four primary investor cohorts and her views on the digitization and personalization of financial advisory services.

    Additional resources:
    Read a summary of this episode: https://www.morningstar.com/business/insights/blog/podcasts/big-picture-in-practice/serving-diverse-investor-needs
    Catch up on previous episodes: https://www.morningstar.com/views/podcasts/big-picture-in-practice
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    Questions or ideas? Email us at bigpictureinpractice@morningstar.com.

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    45 mins
  • Hightower’s Bob Oros: What's Ahead for RIA Rollups
    Aug 8 2024

    In this episode:

    • Benefits and drawbacks of RIA consolidation.
    • What investors want from financial advisors.
    • How financial advisors can explain their value in a sea of sameness.

    You can listen to this and other episodes of Big Picture in Practice wherever you stream podcasts.

    Additional resources:
    Read a summary of this episode: https://www.morningstar.com/business/insights/blog/podcasts/big-picture-in-practice/ria-consolidation-rollups
    Catch up on previous episodes: https://www.morningstar.com/views/podcasts/big-picture-in-practice
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    Questions or ideas? Email us at bigpictureinpractice@morningstar.com.

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    37 mins
  • The Evolution and Popularity of Model Portfolios: A Conversation with BlackRock
    Jun 20 2024

    In this episode:
    • The benefits of model portfolios for advisors and investors.
    • BlackRock's approach to model portfolios.
    • How technology is transforming portfolio management.

    You can listen to this and other episodes of Big Picture in Practice wherever you stream podcasts.

    Additional resources:
    Read a summary of this episode: https://www.morningstar.com/business/insights/blog/podcasts/big-picture-in-practice/model-portfolios-evolution
    Catch up on previous episodes: https://www.morningstar.com/views/podcasts/big-picture-in-practice
    Subscribe to our newsletter: https://www.morningstar.com/business/insights/research/big-picture-in-practice-newsletter

    Questions or ideas? Email us at bigpictureinpractice@morningstar.com.

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    29 mins