From those who set the standards, much is expected
The CFP Board should be commended for taking action.
New DOL advice rule must factor in reality of aging investors
More than any other client segment, older people rely on advisers to be their honest guide
Educate clients on the reality of Social Security benefits
Lower Social Security income is not just a possibility.
The pros and cons of state fiduciary rules
What are brokers and advisers to make of all this? We may be a long way from knowing, but there's a lot to watch while we wait.
Some plan sponsors may need a nudge about HSA rollovers
Multiple accounts at previous employers diminishes the feasibility of these accounts
Regulators must scrutinize advice by insurance agents
The insurance industry is largely regulated by states, and enforcement varies state-by-state.
Success of SEC advice reform will depend on industry actions
Codifying the idea of putting a client's best interest first into regulation is important.
Protecting client data is an ongoing obligation
Firms must perform due diligence on prospective providers.
Factor investing another step in the evolution of the adviser’s role
As advisers step farther away from stock-picking, their work guiding clients on the bigger financial picture becomes more important and their value potentially greater.
Financial crises require creative thinking, follow-through
Because after all, advisers are the most informed constituents to weigh in.