The backlog for appealing an adverse decision before an administrative law judge averages 605 days.
Leon LaBrecque, managing partner at LJPR Financial Advisors, offers guidance on Washington's major overhaul.
Advisers say to accelerate deductions, if the client's county allows prepayment and the client can afford it.
Failure to supervise rep's efforts to woo elderly costs firm $125,000 in Massachusetts.
State would require products best suited for clients to be sold over those most profitable to sellers.
Finra says Bear Stearns' flawed system led to securities segregation issues
John James informed the regulator that he would not give testimony during its investigation into Merrill's allegations.
New platforms provide a curated menu of products like private equity, private credit, venture capital, real estate and hedge funds.
The bill slashes the corporate tax rate to 21% from 35% and cuts individual tax rates across the board.
SEC and Finra say firm failed to implement reasonable anti-money laundering procedures.
Organization showcases support from pro-fiduciary consumer groups, but not everyone is on board.
If she suspends her retirement benefits, she can't collect survivor benefits.
Consider all attributes of a bond and choose a trading platform that is aligned with your clients' best interests.
A re-enrollment is a large undertaking, but advisers can easily determine if one is warranted.
Senate confirms Preston Rutledge to key Labor Department role, while Hester Peirce and Robert Jackson Jr. join SEC as commissioners.
You still have time to set up accounts before year-end, but some contribution deadlines have passed.
The current environment is one step along the continuum toward transparent pricing in alternative assets.
Clients who buy long-term-care insurance in their mid-40s to mid-60s can get favorable rates.
Regulator said firm's review system was 'flawed in significant respects.'
Compliance experts say the changes would focus enforcement on investor harm.
