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Wealthcare maybe the key to making Blucora/TaxAct work. Technical competency in accounting (Accounting Standards Board) and in Advisory services (by statute, case law and regulatory opinion letters) are perfectly aligned. If WealthCare were to actually offer/support fiduciary duty (presently not available elsewhere) and would become the first firm to create the four essential financial services (1.Asset/Liability Study, 2. Investment Policy, 3 Portfolio Construction, 4. Performance Monitor) authenticated back to statute to assure fiduciary duty and professional standing; it could empower Blucora with a preemptive value proposition at a lower cost than Wells Fargo was willing to advance. Its all about Blucora’s vision and its interest in professional standing demonstably in the client’s best interest. Sounds very attractive. Most advisors would love it.
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