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INDUSTRY NEWS NOV 11, 2017
Can Robert Moore save Cetera?

In the little more than a year since he stepped in as CEO, Mr. Moore has made great strides in turning around the broker-dealer network after its parent company went through a painful — and very public — bankruptcy.

By Bruce Kelly
RETIREMENT PLANNING NOV 10, 2017
TIAA subpoenaed over sales practices

Whistleblowers cited in Times article say the pension giant pressured reps to push expensive managed accounts.

By InvestmentNews
REGULATION AND LEGISLATION NOV 10, 2017
Senate tax proposal gives deduction for pass-through businesses

Both bills exclude all but small investment advisory firms.

By Mark Schoeff Jr.
RETIREMENT PLANNING NOV 10, 2017
Everything you need to know about the Senate GOP tax proposal

Here's how the Senate proposal compares with the House version so far on key areas.

By Bloomberg
REGULATION AND LEGISLATION NOV 10, 2017
Borzi: Hard for Acosta to justify long DOL fiduciary rule delay

Former assistant labor secretary and architect of the regulation says its postponement could be vulnerable to court challenges.

By Mark Schoeff Jr.
RETIREMENT PLANNING NOV 10, 2017
Head of Merrill Lynch's adviser-sold 401(k) sales to depart

Joe Mrozek, who's worked for the wirehouse for more than 20 years, will take a job at Lincoln Financial Group.

By Greg Iacurci
INDUSTRY NEWS NOV 09, 2017
Bills to bolster accredited investors, alternative investments gain momentum

Bipartisan pitch tries to expand pool of people who qualify, ease regulations.

By Mark Schoeff Jr.
RETIREMENT PLANNING NOV 09, 2017
Someone tried to hack my Social Security account

Government website offers tips to protect personal data, but gaps may remain.

By Mary Beth Franklin
REGULATION AND LEGISLATION NOV 09, 2017
Finra panel bars broker for defrauding elderly client

Rep ordered to pay $245,000 in fines and restitution; Legend Securities fined $200,000.

By InvestmentNews
IRA ALERT NOV 09, 2017
Prepare clients for an untimely end to Roth conversion do-overs

If the tax bill becomes law, the recharacterization repeal will be effective after 2017

By Ed Slott
REGULATION AND LEGISLATION NOV 09, 2017
Tax reform: House bill revisions include lower pass-through rate for small businesses

Last-minute changes also include restoration of adoption credit and elimination of limits on interest deductions for car dealers.

By Bloomberg
INDUSTRY NEWS NOV 09, 2017
LPL loses another big team to Securities America

Professional Investors Network, with 70 advisers and $1.7 billion in assets, was affiliated with NPH.

By Bruce Kelly
PRACTICE MANAGEMENT NOV 09, 2017
Ex-Merrill rep suspended, fined $10,000 over expense reports

Finra says Sandy Galuppo submitted improper reimbursement requests.

By InvestmentNews
ALTERNATIVES NOV 09, 2017
Bills to bolster accredited investors, alternative investments gain momentum

Bipartisan lawmakers seek to expand the pool of people who qualify to invest in private securities offerings, boost the lending capability of BDCs and ease regulations on closed-end funds.

By Mark Schoeff Jr.
LIFE INSURANCE AND ANNUITIES NOV 09, 2017
Finra fines Ameritas $180,000 over VA sales

Firm failed to set up systems and adequately supervise representatives, regulator says.

By InvestmentNews
PRACTICE MANAGEMENT NOV 09, 2017
How confusing are the fees brokers charge?

Although a common cost estimate is 100 basis points of assets under management, a new Personal Capital report finds advisory fees at large firms ranging from 1.25% to 3%.

By Bruce Kelly
RETIREMENT PLANNING NOV 09, 2017
Smart data can improve behavior, outcomes for retirement savers

The defined contribution industry, record keepers and advisers alike, must catch up fast.

By Fred Barstein
REGULATION AND LEGISLATION NOV 09, 2017
Tax reform: What advisers need to know about the Senate bill

Some key differences from House bill include how mortgage deduction and estate taxes are treated.

By Mark Schoeff Jr.
FINTECH NOV 09, 2017
Advisers still wary of bitcoin as interest grows

Debate rages over whether digital asset is a new currency or risky fad.

By John Waggoner
REGULATION AND LEGISLATION NOV 08, 2017
J.P. Morgan settles lawsuit on alleged fiduciary breach in stable value funds

The $75M agreement ends a years-long class-action trial.

By Rob Kozlowski