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NEWS INDUSTRY NEWS MAR 27, 2018
Not yet a broker, yet barred by Finra

Holly Arbuckle opted out of testifying at inquiry.

By InvestmentNews
NEWS INDUSTRY NEWS MAR 27, 2018
Sensitive private data mishandled by broker watchdogs, whistleblower claims

Personal data like account numbers have been accessible online in material posted by Finra and state regulators, whistleblower claims.

By Bloomberg
NEWS REGULATION AND LEGISLATION MAR 27, 2018
DOL fiduciary rule death meets 'Back to the Future' is a must-watch

5th Circuit decision may lead to three tiers of client protection.

By Bloomberg
NEWS INDUSTRY NEWS MAR 27, 2018
Lisa McAlister, former ARCP exec, avoids prison

The former chief accounting officer was sentenced to time served for her role in the fraud that led to the unraveling of Nicholas Schorsch's real estate-based empire.

By Bruce Kelly
NEWS REGULATION AND LEGISLATION MAR 27, 2018
Key lawmaker sees disclosure as most important part of investment-advice standard

Rep. Bill Huizenga, chair of House financial subcommittee, casts doubt on 'systemic problem.'

By Mark Schoeff Jr.
NEWS RETIREMENT PLANNING MAR 26, 2018
Gannett 401(k) participant sues over stock holdings in former parent company

Complaint alleges the decline in the stock cost plan participants an estimated $135 million.

By Robert Steyer
NEWS INDUSTRY NEWS MAR 26, 2018
Finra asks hearing panel to sanction test cheater

Former National Planning rep Jason David took break during exam.

By InvestmentNews
NEWS RIAS MAR 26, 2018
Merrill Lynch loses $1 billion Georgia team to RIA channel

Four-adviser group in Savannah creates Sounds View Wealth Advisors.

By InvestmentNews
NEWS LIFE INSURANCE AND ANNUITIES MAR 26, 2018
DOL fiduciary rule lawsuit withdrawn by fixed annuities group in DC federal court

National Association of Fixed Annuities puts focus on 5th Circuit Appeals decision to kill regulation.

By Mark Schoeff Jr.
NEWS REGULATION AND LEGISLATION MAR 24, 2018
DOL fiduciary rule: Don't abandon compliance just yet

Financial advisers, firms should not make any dramatic changes until the direction of this giant fiduciary ship is on a clearer course.

By crain-api
A Widow’s Journey
NEWS INDUSTRY NEWS MAR 24, 2018
A Widow’s Journey

Most women outlive their husbands, and 70% of widows leave their adviser within a year of their spouse's death. Heather Ettinger discusses how to best serve this vulnerable group of clients.

By Carla Flores
NEWS RETIREMENT PLANNING MAR 23, 2018
Cost-cutting takes precedence in competitive defined-contribution environment

Managers of target-date funds continue to find ways to reduce fees

By Meaghan Kilroy
NEWS INDUSTRY NEWS MAR 23, 2018
'SheWorking' startups trade kegs for nursing rooms

Co-working startups appeal to female professionals who aren't interested in WeWork's craft-beer culture.

By Bloomberg
NEWS RETIREMENT PLANNING MAR 23, 2018
Billionaires donating to a Goldman charity unmasked by IRS error

The Goldman donor-advised fund is the fastest-growing charity in the U.S.

By Bloomberg
NEWS RETIREMENT PLANNING MAR 23, 2018
Billionaires donating to a Goldman charity unmasked by IRS error

The Goldman donor-advised fund is the fastest-growing charity in the U.S.

By Bloomberg
NEWS RETIREMENT PLANNING MAR 23, 2018
Social Security benefits losing buying power

Low inflation combined with rising Medicare costs threaten the adequacy of seniors' income.

By Mary Beth Franklin
NEWS RETIREMENT PLANNING MAR 23, 2018
Deciphering Social Security survivor benefit rules

Multiple regulations complicate claiming decision for an adviser and his widowed client.

By Mary Beth Franklin
NEWS RIAS MAR 23, 2018
TD Ameritrade has cut more than 1,100 Scottrade jobs

Consolidation following TD's $4 billion acquisition of Scottrade has resulted in a combination of layoffs and new hires.

By Jeff Benjamin
NEWS INDUSTRY NEWS MAR 23, 2018
Merrill, JP Morgan reps managing $511 million go indie with FiNet

Minnesota Merrill team and Michigan solo broker affiliate with Wells Fargo.

By Bloomberg
NEWS INDUSTRY NEWS MAR 23, 2018
Brokers must pay clients $845,000 arbitration award

Two were involved in defrauding 100 investors out of $15 million in penny stock fraud case.

By InvestmentNews