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RIAS SEP 09, 2013
Advisers rushing to get deals done by end of the year

With two major mergers already in the books this month, advisers in the midst of selling their practices are going all-out to complete those deals and avoid looming tax hikes

By Bloomberg
Another RIA acquisition — and it's in California again
RIAS SEP 09, 2013
Another RIA acquisition — and it's in California again

Beacon Pointe to buy Wealth Management Network on Monday; a trend?

By Bruce Kelly
ALTERNATIVES SEP 08, 2013
Greatest hedge fund ever? The Fed

Warren Buffett calls the Federal Reserve "the greatest hedge fund in history," citing the central bank's ability to make a profit with no deleveraging worry. Oh, he also says he thinks Ben Bernanke is 'wise.'

By Gregory Crawford
INDUSTRY NEWS SEP 08, 2013
More precise numbers = more investment confidence

Why you are more likely to fall for the wealth manager who quotes specific numbers

By Liz Skinner
OPINION SEP 08, 2013
Mutual funds' duty to investors

The mutual fund industry must continue to build upon the framework of accountability to our investors

By Paul Schott Stevens
ALTERNATIVES SEP 08, 2013
Galvin goes back for more

Mass. regulator hits IBDs with new sanctions over nontraded REITs.

By Bruce Kelly
RETIREMENT PLANNING SEP 08, 2013
Lincoln unwraps a new annuity

With deferred-income annuity, insurer jumps into a small but rapidly growing product category.

By Darla Mercado
RETIREMENT PLANNING SEP 08, 2013
Social Security earnings limit clarified

By MFXFeeder
REGULATION AND LEGISLATION SEP 08, 2013
A new secular bull market, despite no "feel good' moment

By Bloomberg
RETIREMENT PLANNING SEP 08, 2013
Rethinking life insurance for gays

By Darla Mercado
INDUSTRY NEWS SEP 06, 2013
5 key takeaways from the incredibly mediocre jobs report

Plus this week's other must reads from wealth manager and CNBC commentator Josh Brown

By Joshua Brown
WIREHOUSES SEP 06, 2013
BofA Merrill bias settlement goes to once-skeptical judge for approval

The judge who today will hear arguments on Bank of America's $160 million settlement has repeatedly rejected requests by black financial advisers at BofA's Merrill Lynch unit to sue as a group over alleged racial discrimination.

By Matt Ackermann
WIREHOUSES SEP 06, 2013
Merrill settles racial lawsuit for $160M, but little changes

Ripple effect could be felt, making advice business 'a healthier place.'

By Darla Mercado
REGULATION AND LEGISLATION SEP 06, 2013
Finra examining analyst participation in IPO pitches

Wall Street's self-regulator is looking into whether research analysts are participating in pitches to win business underwriting initial public offerings.

By Matt Ackermann
RETIREMENT PLANNING SEP 06, 2013
The Hartford pulls back on VA pullback — in some states

In a few states, the Hartford has informed some clients they can keep their existing investment options. Which ones? Darla Mercado has the details.

By Darla Mercado
RETIREMENT PLANNING SEP 06, 2013
VA squeezes under scrutiny from regulators

Regulators are worried that life insurers are taking advantage of vague variable annuity contract language and are doing something about it. Darla Mercado explains.

By Darla Mercado
RETIREMENT PLANNING SEP 05, 2013
Legally-married same-sex couples get retirement boost from DOL

Defined as spouses for benefits; based on where married, not where living.

By Darla Mercado
RETIREMENT PLANNING SEP 05, 2013
Retirement benefits no longer at risk for same-sex couples

Labor Dept. ruling a boost for employers, retirement plan sponsors, 401(k) service providers.

By Darla Mercado
RETIREMENT PLANNING SEP 05, 2013
Stop borrowing from your 401(k) to fund your business

Why dipping into your retirement savings raises the stakes

By Marine Cole
INDUSTRY NEWS SEP 05, 2013
4 crucial questions to ask your wealth manager

Not asking for this information could cost you

By Stan Luxenberg