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TurboTax raises prices and the tax-prep software battle is on
FINTECH JAN 21, 2015
TurboTax raises prices and the tax-prep software battle is on

But comparing the three market leaders — TurboTax, TaxACT and H&R Block — isn't easy.

By Bloomberg
Weighing a Plan B in estate planning in light of Obama's proposed tax overhaul
LIFE INSURANCE AND ANNUITIES JAN 21, 2015
Weighing a Plan B in estate planning in light of Obama's proposed tax overhaul

By Darla Mercado
RETIREMENT PLANNING JAN 21, 2015
Obama's college savings plan would cut tax breaks for 529s

Fewer than 3% of families use the plans, and those who do tend to be wealthy. The President proposes giving tax credits to familes making under $180,000 instead.

By Bloomberg
Good looks aren't everything, but it might help you attract more assets
RIAS JAN 21, 2015
Good looks aren't everything, but it might help you attract more assets

In today's <i>Breakfast with Benjmain</i>, looks might help money managers land more assets, but they also tend to underperform. Plus: Darryl Strawberry's contract balance goes to the highest bidder, Florida investment manager charged with bilking $17M from clients, and a hedge fund manager uses proper etiquette after losing his clients' money.

By Jeff Benjamin
Swiss franc fallout hits some liquid alt funds harder than others
EQUITIES JAN 21, 2015
Swiss franc fallout hits some liquid alt funds harder than others

Big bets, currency exposure might surprise some investors

By Jeff Benjamin
EQUITIES JAN 21, 2015
Five surprise investment themes for 2015

From a big year for European equities to precious metals and bonds, here are some ideas of where value may lie in 2015.

By Scott Colyer
Rate hike not likely before April: Federal Reserve
INDUSTRY NEWS JAN 21, 2015
Rate hike not likely before April: Federal Reserve

Broad support for Chair Yellen's assessment of likely timing, some officials concerned inflation could remain too low.

By Bloomberg
ALTERNATIVES JAN 21, 2015
Nicholas Schorsch down, not out after resigning again

Though the real estate czar stepped down from two more publicly traded companies last week, as well as from a host of other nontraded REITs, he still remains entrenched at other firms he created and is the largest shareholder at several others.

By Bruce Kelly
RIAS JAN 21, 2015
Fund board severs ties with Thibeault after arrest

The small financial services empire of Daniel Thibeault, a well-known asset manager arrested earlier this month on charges of securities fraud, continues to unravel as the board of trustees of his fund moved to distance itself from him.

By Mason Braswell
RIAS JAN 21, 2015
Former Edward Jones rep accused of stealing from a disabled client

Plus the rest of Tuesday's <i>Breakfast with Benjamin</i>: Daniel Thibeault's missteps make the case for due diligence, U.S. economy magically defies gravity among global economies, and tax strategies that it isn't too late to employ

By Jeff Benjamin
ALTERNATIVES JAN 21, 2015
Alts fund manager Daniel Thibeault arrested in securities fraud

The FBI accused GL Capital Partners CEO Daniel Thibeault of creating fictitious loans to divert millions in assets to business accounts.

By Mason Braswell
ETFS JAN 21, 2015
ETFs losing their luster in 529 college savings plans

New report says benefits of exchange-traded funds don't make sense when nestled within the tax-advantaged 529 plans.

By Liz Skinner
INDUSTRY NEWS JAN 21, 2015
The season of giving is the perfect time for 529 college savings plans

As financial advisers begin working on end-of-year planning with their clients, now is the time to talk about college investing.

By Michael Conrath
ALTERNATIVES JAN 21, 2015
As oil prices fall, investment opportunities emerge

Boon for MLPs, and a boost for holiday sales

By Jeff Benjamin
PRACTICE MANAGEMENT JAN 21, 2015
Brokers warned to beef up training on complex products

Regulators alarmed at lack of knowledge brokers demonstrate about the products they're selling.

By Mark Schoeff Jr.
REGULATION AND LEGISLATION JAN 21, 2015
Schwab pays $500,000 to settle Finra dispute over class action waivers

Regulator overturns a hearing panel's decision that would have allowed Schwab to block customers from bringing class actions.

By Mason Braswell
RETIREMENT PLANNING JAN 20, 2015
Obama backs Social Security spousal benefits for same-sex couples

President's $4T budget proposal includes a major change to the Social Security Act that would allow same-sex couples to receive spousal benefits even if they live in states that don't recognize such unions.

By Bloomberg
TD Ameritrade to branch out trust services in alliance with National Advisors Trust Co.
RETIREMENT PLANNING JAN 20, 2015
TD Ameritrade to branch out trust services in alliance with National Advisors Trust Co.

Trillion-dollar asset transfer opportunities await RIAs

By Darla Mercado
Secrets for successful withdrawal strategies in retirement
RETIREMENT PLANNING JAN 20, 2015
Secrets for successful withdrawal strategies in retirement

Market conditions in early retirement can help predict whether your assets will actually last 30 years.

By Darla Mercado
RETIREMENT PLANNING JAN 20, 2015
Secrets for successful withdrawal strategies in retirement

Market conditions in early retirement can help predict whether your clients' assets will actually last 30 years.

By Darla Mercado