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CFP Board looks to tighten certification, disciplinary rules for planners

Investment advisers seeking certification as a financial planner would have to demonstrate work experience in a narrower calendar surrounding their examination date, under changes proposed by the Certified Financial Planner Board of Standards Inc. .

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Fiduciary standard gets new — and influential — advocate

Wealth managers say it's time all advisers look after the best interests of clients when offering financial guidance. In fact, scores of wealth managers have banded together in a non-profit that backs a higher standard of conduct. .

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Eleventh-hour budget agreement keeps SEC open

But uncertainty remains, as latest deal only runs through Friday; commission still facing budget ax

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Surprise! Tax reform still on hold

And Washington watchers say meaningful progress may not happen until the next election

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House Republicans to SEC: Halt fiduciary duty rulemaking

House Republicans want the SEC to halt its fiduciary duty rulemaking. Why? The GOP lawmakers say the commission needs to look harder at the impact of a universal standard of care.

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Is split SEC vote behind delay of SRO report?

Schapiro having recused herself, four commissioners left to approve crucial study; report was due Monday

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CFP Board eyes 80% dues hike to fund PR campaign

The leadership of the Certified Financial Planner Board of Standards Inc. will recommend the fee increase to the organization's board at an upcoming meeting.

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Financial planning tax deduction? It’s a longshot

A lone adviser is quietly trying to get his idea — a tax deduction for money spent on financial planning services — onto lawmakers' radar. Right now, it's barely a blip.