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FINTECH SEP 05, 2014
Salesforce acquisition of RelateIQ a CRM game-changer

Startup captures data to provide insights into customer habits.

By Joyce Hanson
RETIREMENT PLANNING SEP 04, 2014
Social Security tool steps out with new version

Popular software program's improvements include the ability to compare up to four claiming strategies side-by-side.

By Mary Beth Franklin
RETIREMENT PLANNING SEP 04, 2014
Two foolproof tricks for financial procrastinators

Every time a decision or action is postponed, the chance that it will be completely forgotten increases. Here's how to short-circuit forgetfulness.

By Bloomberg
REGULATION AND LEGISLATION SEP 04, 2014
Finra's head of arbitration to retire in November

Linda Fienberg departs the regulator after putting in place several modifications to its dispute resolution forum over her 18-year tenure.

By Mason Braswell
EQUITIES SEP 04, 2014
BofA seeks to prove Buffett right after U.S. settlement

Billionaire Warren Buffett predicted Bank of America will become a profit powerhouse once it finally resolves legal battles that have sapped funds and distracted managers. Now we'll find out if he's right.

By Bloomberg
WIREHOUSES SEP 04, 2014
Morgan Stanley managers depart amid reorg

Some high-level executives depart as firm restructures its managed-account unit, and streamlines products and services staff.

By Mason Braswell
FINTECH SEP 04, 2014
Mint.com for advisers? New tech tools change landscape for online advice

New technologies are being developed to make advisers more competitive with personal financial management websites such as Personal Capital and Mint.com.

By Joyce Hanson
REGULATION AND LEGISLATION SEP 04, 2014
How much did adviser groups contribute to congressional campaigns?

It depends on what slice of the industry they represent.

By Mark Schoeff Jr.
RETIREMENT PLANNING SEP 04, 2014
Merrill Lynch launches technology-driven retirement tools

Merrill Lynch Clear uses iPad apps to encourage goals-based conversations between advisers and clients.

By Joyce Hanson
RETIREMENT PLANNING SEP 04, 2014
Employers want fiduciary duty for 401(k) plans, AARP survey finds

Brokers say they already work in clients' best interest, but formalizing it will eliminate their ability to service small accounts.

By Mark Schoeff Jr.
REGULATION AND LEGISLATION SEP 04, 2014
Advocate says no SEC action may be preferable on fiduciary duty

Piwowar stance makes clear the commission is split

By Mark Schoeff Jr.
RIAS SEP 03, 2014
Handful of advisers control the majority of client assets

IAA study shows that the top 1% of firms manage more than half of all assets.

By Mark Schoeff Jr.
EQUITIES SEP 03, 2014
'Don't fight the Fed' was never more true

Tuesday's <i>Breakfast with Benjamin</i> menu includes: It's true: Don't fight the Fed. Also: Alibaba mania is here and so is Apple's big day; Wells Fargo faces possible Finra action and about that Home Depot data breach.

By Jeff Benjamin
FINTECH SEP 03, 2014
Big data: New technology comes to compliance

Software companies offer products to help advisers meet intense regulatory demands.

By Joyce Hanson
RETIREMENT PLANNING SEP 03, 2014
Social Security offset rules can cut or eliminate benefits

Public employees, including some schoolteachers, may not be aware of reductions.

By Mary Beth Franklin
FINTECH SEP 03, 2014
Even tech-driven practices have tech-averse clients

Tips on working with elderly clients who have not grown up with the Internet, e-mail and secure portals.

By Bloomberg
RIAS SEP 03, 2014
No summer break for SEC as agency revs up exam pace

There's been no summer break for the SEC, as the regulator's tally for never-examined advisers has been bolstered by a quicker examination process.

By Mark Schoeff Jr.
Finra accuses indie B-D of falling down on anti-money laundering supervision requirements
BROKER DEALERS SEP 03, 2014
Finra accuses indie B-D of falling down on anti-money laundering supervision requirements

Aegis Capital is accused of facilitating an alleged penny stock scheme that generated $24.5 million in profits for clients and $1.1 million in commissions for the firm.

By Mason Braswell
FINTECH SEP 02, 2014
Make your website a hot marketing tool

Though rated No. 1 by advisers, most don't maximize the potential of their sites with ongoing improvements.

By Liz Skinner
RETIREMENT PLANNING SEP 02, 2014
How a sad diagnosis changes Social Security claiming strategy

For one couple, shortened life expectancy means they should probably collect benefits early

By Mary Beth Franklin