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Wealthfront, staying true to robo roots, faces uphill battle in race for assets
FINTECH FEB 26, 2016
Wealthfront, staying true to robo roots, faces uphill battle in race for assets

As rivals expand, the robo hasn't hinted at any plans to partner with advisers.

By Alessandra Malito
Social Security issues new guidelines for popular file-and-suspend strategy
RETIREMENT PLANNING FEB 26, 2016
Social Security issues new guidelines for popular file-and-suspend strategy

Updated April 29 deadline looms for those who want to take advantage of current rules.

By Mary Beth Franklin
SEC redesigns adviser website to help investors research brokers
FINTECH FEB 26, 2016
SEC redesigns adviser website to help investors research brokers

The Securities and Exchange Commission is helping investors do their due diligence with improved public disclosure.

By Alessandra Malito
BrokerCheck to post firings in three days instead of 15
REGULATION AND LEGISLATION FEB 26, 2016
BrokerCheck to post firings in three days instead of 15

Finra decided making the termination notice public more quickly was necessary to better inform investors considering hiring a broker.

By Mark Schoeff Jr.
FINTECH FEB 25, 2016
Betterment incorporates external accounts onto its client and adviser platform

“Our goal is to be our customer's central financial relationship, where you do everything in the long term,” said Jon Stein, chief executive of Betterment.

By Alessandra Malito
RETIREMENT PLANNING FEB 25, 2016
Couple files Finra arbitration claim against Morgan Stanley in connection with energy investment

Attorney claims his clients lost more than $100,000 as U.S. oil prices collapsed.

By Christine Idzelis
RETIREMENT PLANNING FEB 25, 2016
Why it's more difficult than ever to trust financial advisers

A new working paper by business school professors at the University of Chicago and University of Minnesota found that 7% of advisers have been disciplined for misconduct.

By Bloomberg
Just in time for March Madness, SEC to launch ads promoting adviser background checks
REGULATION AND LEGISLATION FEB 25, 2016
Just in time for March Madness, SEC to launch ads promoting adviser background checks

The multimedia campaign will include 30-second television and radio spots as well as online and print ads encouraging use of the agency's database.

By Mark Schoeff Jr.
RIA NEWS FEB 25, 2016
Boost in SEC examiners to enable closer scrutiny of RIAs

Senior columnist Bruce Kelly says the agency going after conflicts of interest means closer scrutiny of RIAs and their businesses.

By Bruce Kelly
MetLife weighs spinoff of domestic retail business as CEO seeks less oversight
LIFE INSURANCE AND ANNUITIES FEB 25, 2016
MetLife weighs spinoff of domestic retail business as CEO seeks less oversight

After non-bank systemically important financial institution designation, insurer is weighing a possible sale, spinoff or public offering

By Bloomberg
FINTECH FEB 25, 2016
Big data ushers in the predictive future

Broker-dealers are figuring out how to position themselves to deliver on this disruptive technology

By Liz Skinner
REGULATION AND LEGISLATION FEB 24, 2016
SEC nominee Peirce concerned about agency's lack of input on DOL fiduciary

In a confirmation hearing, Hester Peirce expressed concern that the agency has not had appropriate input into the Labor Department rule on investment advice.

By Mark Schoeff Jr.
Financial Engines plans insurance, health care advice for 401(k) participants
RETIREMENT PLANNING FEB 24, 2016
Financial Engines plans insurance, health care advice for 401(k) participants

The 401(k) managed account provider is pushing for more holistic financial planning.

By Greg Iacurci
Why Vanguard is about to engulf the financial planning industry
FINTECH FEB 24, 2016
Why Vanguard is about to engulf the financial planning industry

Steps advisers can take to avoid getting hurt by the fund giant's rise in the planning space.

By Joe Duran
Too many robos crowding the market?
FINTECH FEB 24, 2016
Too many robos crowding the market?

Small startups are trying to break into the crowded ranks of adviser-facing robos. But are there too many players now in the market?

By Alessandra Malito
FINTECH FEB 23, 2016
Pokemon Go demonstrates a growing trend, even for financial advisers

Gamification may be a path for firms looking to engage with their clients on financial planning.

By Alessandra Malito
RETIREMENT PLANNING FEB 23, 2016
How employment affects Social Security

Benefits may be reduced if you claim before 66 and continue to work.

By Mary Beth Franklin
RETIREMENT PLANNING FEB 23, 2016
How employment affects Social Security

Benefits may be reduced if you claim before 66 and continue to work.

By Mary Beth Franklin
How should retirement plans pay their 401(k) fees?
RETIREMENT PLANNING FEB 23, 2016
How should retirement plans pay their 401(k) fees?

Helping allocate retirement plan fees to service providers is becoming increasingly important for advisers, with several different mechanisms to consider.

By Greg Iacurci
Betterment, rivals tap into wide open 401(k) market for robos
FINTECH FEB 23, 2016
Betterment, rivals tap into wide open 401(k) market for robos

In spite of tough hurdles, online platforms are positioning to offer plans to the underserved.

By Alessandra Malito