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Navigating the RIA ecosystem
OPINION OCT 31, 2019
Navigating the RIA ecosystem

Firms that maintain open architecture and touch points will endure and grow.

By David Canter
REGULATION AND LEGISLATION OCT 31, 2019
SEC bars ex-compliance officer of Idaho RIA over wire fraud

Agency alleges Cameron High participated in the $11 million overbilling of clients.

By InvestmentNews
Robos built for advisers struggling to gain traction
OPINION OCT 30, 2019
Robos built for advisers struggling to gain traction

Only a small number of advisers are using these platforms.

By Ryan W. Neal
Ladenburg Thalmann looking for a buyer
INDEPENDENT BROKER DEALERS OCT 30, 2019
Ladenburg Thalmann looking for a buyer

But the network's 4,400 financial advisers are in the dark about the details

By Bruce Kelly
SEC reportedly probing AIG sales practices for retirement products
REGULATION AND LEGISLATION OCT 29, 2019
SEC reportedly probing AIG sales practices for retirement products

Insurer's stock drops on report the agency is looking at the unit that handles retirement plans for school districts and universities.

By Bloomberg
REGULATION AND LEGISLATION OCT 29, 2019
SEC reportedly probing AIG sales practices for retirement products

Insurer's stock drops on report the agency is looking at the unit that handles retirement plans for school districts and universities.

By Bloomberg
Adding value during health insurance open enrollment
OPINION OCT 28, 2019
Adding value during health insurance open enrollment

Michael Policar carves out a niche helping clients navigate their health insurance plan options.

By Jeff Benjamin
Fixed income is still a mystery to many investors
OPINION OCT 28, 2019
Fixed income is still a mystery to many investors

A survey shows many Americans admit to having little knowledge about various fixed-income securities and how to invest in them.

By Brian Chappatta
Healthy clients will avoid medical costs
OPINION OCT 26, 2019
Healthy clients will avoid medical costs

Kenneth Waltzer's top retirement strategy is to help his clients stay healthy.

By Jeff Benjamin
Is it time for Ken Fisher to step down?
REGULATION AND LEGISLATION OCT 25, 2019
Is it time for Ken Fisher to step down?

Crisis management experts say the company is still playing catch-up and bold actions are needed.

By Jeff Benjamin
OPINION OCT 25, 2019
Is it time for Ken Fisher to step down?

Crisis management experts say the company is still playing catch-up and bold actions are needed.

By Jeff Benjamin
RETIREMENT PLANNING OCT 24, 2019
Why more seniors are working longer

Improved health, changing job characteristics and Social Security rules are responsible for the graying workforce.

By Mary Beth Franklin
SEC official pushes back against criticism of share-class crackdown
REGULATION AND LEGISLATION OCT 23, 2019
SEC official pushes back against criticism of share-class crackdown

RIAs should know better than not to disclose 12b-1 fees, says Enforcement co-director Peikin.

By Mark Schoeff Jr.
Feds charge GPB Capital executive with obstruction of justice
REGULATION AND LEGISLATION OCT 23, 2019
Feds charge GPB Capital executive with obstruction of justice

GPB's chief compliance officer stole information from SEC during its investigation: DOJ.

By Bruce Kelly
SEC puts emphasis on protecting teachers, military personnel from overpaying for advice
REGULATION AND LEGISLATION OCT 23, 2019
SEC puts emphasis on protecting teachers, military personnel from overpaying for advice

Chairman Jay Clayton says Reg BI will help them shop around for best price

By Mark Schoeff Jr.
Is the 401(k) adviser M&A market about to cool down?
OPINION OCT 23, 2019
Is the 401(k) adviser M&A market about to cool down?

The market is hot, but the balance could shift if too many advisers seek a buyer.

By Fred Barstein
REGULATION AND LEGISLATION OCT 23, 2019
Barred former LPL rep pleads guilty to $5 million fraud

James Booth of Norwalk, Conn., faces 20 years in prison.

By InvestmentNews
REGULATION AND LEGISLATION OCT 23, 2019
SEC puts emphasis on protecting teachers, military personnel from overpaying for advice

Chairman Jay Clayton says Reg BI will help them shop around for best price

By Mark Schoeff Jr.
REGULATION AND LEGISLATION OCT 23, 2019
SEC official pushes back against criticism of share-class crackdown

RIAs should know better than not to disclose 12b-1 fees, says Enforcement co-director Peikin.

By Mark Schoeff Jr.
SEC suggests advisers rebate revenue-sharing payments
REGULATION AND LEGISLATION OCT 22, 2019
SEC suggests advisers rebate revenue-sharing payments

In a seven-page FAQ, the agency takes a hard line on 12b-1 fees.

By Mark Schoeff Jr.