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NEWS RETIREMENT PLANNING OCT 08, 2014
Supreme Court to consider workers' rights to sue 401(k) plans

Workers could have more power to hold plans accountable for excessive fees, depending on how the court rules on a key case next year.

By Bloomberg
NEWS PRACTICE MANAGEMENT OCT 08, 2014
Finding a young adviser for your team

Recruiting the next generation requires deliberate effort, and often outside help, but it helps firms stay ahead of the curve. <b><i>Also: <a href=&quot;http://www.investmentnews.com/section/specialreport/20140928/NEXTGEN2014&quot; target=&quot;_blank&quot;>Our full Next Generation of Advisers special report</a></b></i>

By Liz Skinner
NEWS RETIREMENT PLANNING OCT 08, 2014
IRS shifts course with new rollover distribution rule

The latest guidance from the IRS allows workers to roll over certain retirement money tax-free.

By Darla Mercado
NEWS RIAS OCT 08, 2014
11 slides prove the demand for financial advice isn't going away

The top-level results from an InvestmentNews Research study show that despite changes in client service needs, demand for advisers should remain strong.

By Matt Sirinides
NEWS PRACTICE MANAGEMENT OCT 07, 2014
The most valuable thing an adviser can do for clients in 2015

How to make 2015 'the year of the client' and set up advisory firms for sustained success

By Charles Goldman
NEWS RETIREMENT PLANNING OCT 07, 2014
Ex-Ameriprise adviser pleads guilty to stealing nearly $1 million

Susan Walker admitted to accusations she used $980,000 of client assets to pay for personal expenses, including vacations and private school tuition.

By Mason Braswell
NEWS BROKER DEALERS OCT 07, 2014
Finra sues B-D owner for improper marketing of unregistered securities

Bruce Meyers allegedly inappropriately pushed an offering for a pharmaceutical company he co-owns.

By Bruce Kelly
NEWS MUTUAL FUNDS OCT 07, 2014
Bill Gross may have to drop 'New Neutral' moniker at Janus

Pimco claims a trademark over the macroeconomic forecast Gross calls 'critical.'

By Trevor Hunnicutt
NEWS PRACTICE MANAGEMENT OCT 07, 2014
Merrill asks $2.5 billion team to leave

The advisers allegedly violated Finra rules and firm policy by encouraging some of their larger clients to invest directly in hedge funds.

By Mason Braswell
NEWS EQUITIES OCT 07, 2014
Bob Doll: Why the bull market isn't ending anytime soon

With all eyes on the Fed, Nuveen's Bob Doll explains why the U.S. market rally should continue.

By Robert C. Doll
NEWS INDUSTRY NEWS OCT 07, 2014
A 20% allocation to gold? Seriously.

Given the shiny metal's price volatility, a lower exposure makes more sense, detractors say.

By Jeff Benjamin
NEWS EQUITIES OCT 07, 2014
How to help clients take on the right amount of risk

Careful attention to portfolio construction can keep your clients from making financial decisions driven by emotional reactions.

By Charles Goldman
NEWS RETIREMENT PLANNING OCT 07, 2014
AIG promotes Peter Hancock to CEO, replacing Benmosche

After paying off $182.3 billion bailout, insurer focused on property-casualty coverage, life insurance and retirement.

By Gregory Crawford
NEWS ETFS OCT 06, 2014
Janus buys ETF shop Velocity Shares

Fresh off of bringing on <a href=&quot;http://www.investmentnews.com/article/20141006/FREE/141009964/bill-gross-speaks-out-on-pimco-exit-vows-to-regain-crown-at-janus?issuedate=20141006&amp;sid=GROSS&quot; target=&quot;_blank&quot;>Bill Gross from Pimco</a>, the fund manager makes dramatic expansion in exchange-traded business.

By Trevor Hunnicutt
NEWS RETIREMENT PLANNING OCT 06, 2014
Could this app get your spending under control?

Study finds that users spent 15.7% less when tracking dollars with a mobile app.

By Joyce Hanson
NEWS RETIREMENT PLANNING OCT 06, 2014
How public employees can get around Social Security restrictions

Specific steps can minimize the bite of rules that reduce or eliminate Social Security benefits for public workers.

By Mary Beth Franklin
NEWS RETIREMENT PLANNING OCT 06, 2014
How public employees can get around Social Security restrictions

Specific steps can minimize the bite of rules that reduce or eliminate Social Security benefits for public workers.

By Mary Beth Franklin
NEWS EQUITIES OCT 06, 2014
Equity markets buckle up for FOMC minutes, Alcoa earnings

<i>Breakfast with Benjamin:</i> Equity investors brace for insight from Janet Yellen and the Fed today. Plus: ETFs chase the freed-up Pimco assets, breaking down the bond market fears, Morgan Stanley says the auto industry's days are numbered, and Warren Buffett makes another safe bet.

By Jeff Benjamin
NEWS RIAS OCT 06, 2014
Solution to nation's saving problem? There's an app for that

Study finds that users spent 15.7% less when tracking their spending with a mobile app.

By Joyce Hanson
NEWS INDUSTRY NEWS OCT 06, 2014
Buffett's all-equities pension strategy

The investment allocation provided a shield from Bill Gross's sudden departure and points up how dangerous Buffett thinks bonds are

By Bloomberg