ria

Glossary terms related to ria.

• RIA vs. Broker-Dealer: Key Differences

  Registered investment advisers (RIAs) and broker-dealers are both regulated financial intermediaries, but they operate under different regulatory frameworks, compensation structures, and standards of care.

• Fiduciary Standard

  The fiduciary standard requires investment advisers to act in the best interest of their clients, putting client interests ahead of their own. It is the highest standard of care in financial services.