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Cybersecurity is a ticking time bomb for 401(k)s
RETIREMENT PLANNING NOV 06, 2019
Cybersecurity is a ticking time bomb for 401(k)s

Advisers need to understand the issues, the risks and the roles of each of the parties in the 401(k) food chain that handle data, especially participant data

By Fred Barstein
SEC tallies more enforcement activity in 2019, increases penalties, money returned to investors
REGULATION AND LEGISLATION NOV 06, 2019
SEC tallies more enforcement activity in 2019, increases penalties, money returned to investors

Agency takes most actions against advisers, investment companies.

By Mark Schoeff Jr.
The latest in financial adviser fintech — November 2019
FINTECH NOV 06, 2019
The latest in financial adviser fintech — November 2019

This month's edition kicks off with the news that Schwab will allow fractional share trading in its retail accounts.

By Michael Kitces
SEC proposes allowing advisers to use testimonials, endorsements in ads
REGULATION AND LEGISLATION NOV 05, 2019
SEC proposes allowing advisers to use testimonials, endorsements in ads

Agency updating marketing rules for first time since 1961 to reflect new technology such as social media.

By Mark Schoeff Jr.
SEC bars former LPL broker who pleaded guilty to $4.9 million Ponzi
REGULATION AND LEGISLATION NOV 04, 2019
SEC bars former LPL broker who pleaded guilty to $4.9 million Ponzi

Norwalk, Conn., financial professional preyed on elderly clients

By Mark Schoeff Jr.
Supreme Court to consider challenge to SEC disgorgement powers
REGULATION AND LEGISLATION NOV 01, 2019
Supreme Court to consider challenge to SEC disgorgement powers

California couple fighting a $27 million disgorgement order argue the agency lacks the power to demand the penalty.

By Bloomberg
SEC bars ex-compliance officer of Idaho RIA over wire fraud
REGULATION AND LEGISLATION OCT 31, 2019
SEC bars ex-compliance officer of Idaho RIA over wire fraud

Agency alleges Cameron High participated in the $11 million overbilling of clients.

By InvestmentNews
OPINION OCT 31, 2019
Building an emotional connection can grow your business

Emotionally connected clients are more likely to make word-of-mouth referrals to their family and friends

By Ryan Sullivan
Navigating the RIA ecosystem
OPINION OCT 31, 2019
Navigating the RIA ecosystem

Firms that maintain open architecture and touch points will endure and grow.

By David Canter
REGULATION AND LEGISLATION OCT 31, 2019
SEC bars ex-compliance officer of Idaho RIA over wire fraud

Agency alleges Cameron High participated in the $11 million overbilling of clients.

By InvestmentNews
Robos built for advisers struggling to gain traction
OPINION OCT 30, 2019
Robos built for advisers struggling to gain traction

Only a small number of advisers are using these platforms.

By Ryan W. Neal
Ladenburg Thalmann looking for a buyer
INDEPENDENT BROKER DEALERS OCT 30, 2019
Ladenburg Thalmann looking for a buyer

But the network's 4,400 financial advisers are in the dark about the details

By Bruce Kelly
SEC reportedly probing AIG sales practices for retirement products
REGULATION AND LEGISLATION OCT 29, 2019
SEC reportedly probing AIG sales practices for retirement products

Insurer's stock drops on report the agency is looking at the unit that handles retirement plans for school districts and universities.

By Bloomberg
REGULATION AND LEGISLATION OCT 29, 2019
SEC reportedly probing AIG sales practices for retirement products

Insurer's stock drops on report the agency is looking at the unit that handles retirement plans for school districts and universities.

By Bloomberg
Adding value during health insurance open enrollment
OPINION OCT 28, 2019
Adding value during health insurance open enrollment

Michael Policar carves out a niche helping clients navigate their health insurance plan options.

By Jeff Benjamin
Fixed income is still a mystery to many investors
OPINION OCT 28, 2019
Fixed income is still a mystery to many investors

A survey shows many Americans admit to having little knowledge about various fixed-income securities and how to invest in them.

By Brian Chappatta
Healthy clients will avoid medical costs
OPINION OCT 26, 2019
Healthy clients will avoid medical costs

Kenneth Waltzer's top retirement strategy is to help his clients stay healthy.

By Jeff Benjamin
Is it time for Ken Fisher to step down?
REGULATION AND LEGISLATION OCT 25, 2019
Is it time for Ken Fisher to step down?

Crisis management experts say the company is still playing catch-up and bold actions are needed.

By Jeff Benjamin
OPINION OCT 25, 2019
Is it time for Ken Fisher to step down?

Crisis management experts say the company is still playing catch-up and bold actions are needed.

By Jeff Benjamin
RETIREMENT PLANNING OCT 24, 2019
Why more seniors are working longer

Improved health, changing job characteristics and Social Security rules are responsible for the graying workforce.

By Mary Beth Franklin