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OPINION JUN 21, 2015
SEC wants input on ETPs

By MFXFeeder
When it comes to retirement savings, millennials blow past boomers
RETIREMENT PLANNING JUN 20, 2015
When it comes to retirement savings, millennials blow past boomers

Hindsight and grit make millennials a financially savvy generation

By Jeff Benjamin
Lawmakers consider lower tax rate for intellectual property housed in the U.S.
RETIREMENT PLANNING JUN 19, 2015
Lawmakers consider lower tax rate for intellectual property housed in the U.S.

The idea — known as a patent box or innovation box — would help companies trying to maintain low tax rates they've achieved by booking income in overseas tax havens.

By Bloomberg
Oregon joins states attempting to bolster small business retirement plans
RETIREMENT PLANNING JUN 19, 2015
Oregon joins states attempting to bolster small business retirement plans

More states aim to plug a hole as half of private-sector workers have no access to a 401(k) or a pension plan on the job.

By Bloomberg
Fewer Americans risking their retirement money with stupid investments
RETIREMENT PLANNING JUN 19, 2015
Fewer Americans risking their retirement money with stupid investments

Defined contribution plans are getting more balanced, new data on Vanguard 401(k)s show.

By Bloomberg
DOL fiduciary proposal feels heat as more industry players pile on
PRACTICE MANAGEMENT JUN 19, 2015
DOL fiduciary proposal feels heat as more industry players pile on

Great-West CEO Reynolds, Chamber of Commerce warn rule will hurt investors, advisers.

By Mark Schoeff Jr.
RIA NEWS JUN 19, 2015
Top independent adviser manages $3.5 billion in new ranking

More than 20,000 independent RIAs in the U.S. increased assets 82% to $2.3 trillion from 2007 to 2013 while assets at largest retail brokerages rose 8.2% to $6.2 trillion.

By Bloomberg
PRACTICE MANAGEMENT JUN 18, 2015
SEC warns advisers about outsourcing compliance

Exams have shown that outside compliance officers sometimes are left in the dark about firms' business practices and cannot articulate their risks.

By Mark Schoeff Jr.
PRACTICE MANAGEMENT JUN 18, 2015
The best rules for business, investors come from regulators' working with industry

FSI's interaction with Finra over its BrokerCheck rule making is a case in point.

By Bloomberg
PRACTICE MANAGEMENT JUN 18, 2015
Labor Department's fiduciary proposal is unworkable

Proposed rule represents a fundamentally flawed rethinking of the way that retirement advice, products and services are delivered to investors, and would have profound negative consequences for registered reps and RIAs.

By Dale Brown
RETIREMENT PLANNING JUN 18, 2015
How couples can stop fighting about money

Follow these simple tips to improve your relationship and your family's finances.

By Jordan Niefeld
SEC member Stein calls for scrutiny of alternative mutual funds and ETFs
PRACTICE MANAGEMENT JUN 18, 2015
SEC member Stein calls for scrutiny of alternative mutual funds and ETFs

Kara Stein says mutual funds and ETFs that use complex, illiquid strategies 'operate in a gray area'

By Mark Schoeff Jr.
OPINION JUN 18, 2015
Take time to re-examine engagement

Don't assume you know how your team members feel about their jobs. Great businesses measure team engagement

By MFXFeeder
REGULATION AND LEGISLATION JUN 18, 2015
It's time for financial planners to find our voice

FPA's 2015 president says too many advisers are silent on vital issues that affect their and their clients' livelihoods.

By Edward W. Gjertsen II
RETIREMENT PLANNING JUN 18, 2015
Washington latest state to encourage workplace retirement plans

Creates website to match small employers with private-sector retirement plans

By Mark Schoeff Jr.
WIREHOUSES JUN 18, 2015
NFL star Dwight Freeney sues BofA, adviser for $20 million

Dwight Freeney accuses the firm and adviser Michael Bock of leading him into a massive scam. <i>(Plus: <a href=&quot;http://www.investmentnews.com/gallery/20130812/FREE/812009998/PH/athletes-vs-advisers&quot; target=&quot;_blank&quot;>7 athletes who say they were duped by advisers</a>)</i>

By Mason Braswell
RETIREMENT PLANNING JUN 17, 2015
Charitable giving finally surpasses pre-crisis levels

Bequests jump thanks to generous giants including former Buffalo Bills owner Ralph Wilson and the Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation.

By Liz Skinner
Live Nation subsidiary that represented Mike Tyson charged with fraud by SEC
PRACTICE MANAGEMENT JUN 17, 2015
Live Nation subsidiary that represented Mike Tyson charged with fraud by SEC

The regulator claims unit's former president took $670,000 in client funds for personal use

By Mark Schoeff Jr.
Clients won't go anywhere if you robo-proof your practice
FINTECH JUN 17, 2015
Clients won't go anywhere if you robo-proof your practice

Advisers can highlight comprehensive financial planning as the real value they offer, not just picking funds.

By Alessandra Malito
OPINION JUN 17, 2015
Warren vs. White: The tone is unfair

There are better ways for Sen. Warren to handle her frustrations with Mary Jo White's management of the SEC

By MFXFeeder