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SEC official pushes back against criticism of share-class crackdown
REGULATION AND LEGISLATION OCT 23, 2019
SEC official pushes back against criticism of share-class crackdown

RIAs should know better than not to disclose 12b-1 fees, says Enforcement co-director Peikin.

By Mark Schoeff Jr.
Feds charge GPB Capital executive with obstruction of justice
REGULATION AND LEGISLATION OCT 23, 2019
Feds charge GPB Capital executive with obstruction of justice

GPB's chief compliance officer stole information from SEC during its investigation: DOJ.

By Bruce Kelly
SEC puts emphasis on protecting teachers, military personnel from overpaying for advice
REGULATION AND LEGISLATION OCT 23, 2019
SEC puts emphasis on protecting teachers, military personnel from overpaying for advice

Chairman Jay Clayton says Reg BI will help them shop around for best price

By Mark Schoeff Jr.
Is the 401(k) adviser M&A market about to cool down?
OPINION OCT 23, 2019
Is the 401(k) adviser M&A market about to cool down?

The market is hot, but the balance could shift if too many advisers seek a buyer.

By Fred Barstein
REGULATION AND LEGISLATION OCT 23, 2019
Barred former LPL rep pleads guilty to $5 million fraud

James Booth of Norwalk, Conn., faces 20 years in prison.

By InvestmentNews
REGULATION AND LEGISLATION OCT 23, 2019
SEC puts emphasis on protecting teachers, military personnel from overpaying for advice

Chairman Jay Clayton says Reg BI will help them shop around for best price

By Mark Schoeff Jr.
REGULATION AND LEGISLATION OCT 23, 2019
SEC official pushes back against criticism of share-class crackdown

RIAs should know better than not to disclose 12b-1 fees, says Enforcement co-director Peikin.

By Mark Schoeff Jr.
SEC suggests advisers rebate revenue-sharing payments
REGULATION AND LEGISLATION OCT 22, 2019
SEC suggests advisers rebate revenue-sharing payments

In a seven-page FAQ, the agency takes a hard line on 12b-1 fees.

By Mark Schoeff Jr.
4 ways to help clients control their digital afterlife
OPINION OCT 22, 2019
4 ways to help clients control their digital afterlife

A new law helps people determine what happens to their digital assets after they die, but the law's provisions only apply if they take specific action

By Amy Florian
Does the world need another custodian?
FINTECH OCT 22, 2019
Does the world need another custodian?

Velox is just one of several new, digital-first custodians to hit the scene recently.

By Ryan W. Neal
REGULATION AND LEGISLATION OCT 22, 2019
SEC suggests advisers rebate revenue-sharing payments

In a seven-page FAQ, the agency takes a hard line on 12b-1 fees.

By Mark Schoeff Jr.
REGULATION AND LEGISLATION OCT 22, 2019
UBS eliminating SMA management fees

The company believes the move will help advisers compete for business.

By Ryan W. Neal
'Trusted' professionals are targeting older Americans
REGULATION AND LEGISLATION OCT 21, 2019
'Trusted' professionals are targeting older Americans

Elderly fraud often involves professional firms and companies, including banks, financial advisers, insurers and law firms.

By Bloomberg
Much expected of Charlie Scharf as he prepares to take helm of Wells Fargo
WIREHOUSES OCT 21, 2019
Much expected of Charlie Scharf as he prepares to take helm of Wells Fargo

The bank's stock has barely moved since its scandals began in September 2016

By Bloomberg
Saying goodbye to Jud Bergman
OPINION OCT 21, 2019
Saying goodbye to Jud Bergman

Three moments we shared that made Jud unique and the lessons he taught me about becoming a better businessperson.

By Joe Duran
Legislation re-introduced in House to expand pool of accredited investors
REGULATION AND LEGISLATION OCT 21, 2019
Legislation re-introduced in House to expand pool of accredited investors

Bill to include expertise, experience criteria faces difficult legislative prospects

By Mark Schoeff Jr.
PRACTICE MANAGEMENT OCT 21, 2019
Much expected of Charlie Scharf as he prepares to take helm of Wells Fargo

The bank's stock has barely moved since its scandals began in September 2016

By Bloomberg
Legislation re-introduced in House to expand pool of accredited investors
REGULATION AND LEGISLATION OCT 21, 2019
Legislation re-introduced in House to expand pool of accredited investors

Bill to include expertise, experience criteria faces difficult legislative prospects.

By Mark Schoeff Jr.
FPA raises most campaign funds ever at single reception at annual conference
REGULATION AND LEGISLATION OCT 18, 2019
FPA raises most campaign funds ever at single reception at annual conference

Organization seeks more support from members for political efforts.

By Mark Schoeff Jr.
Zero-fee trading was a warning shot. Asset management is next
OPINION OCT 18, 2019
Zero-fee trading was a warning shot. Asset management is next

The advice industry's future lies in matching our fees with what our clients actually value.

By Anders Jones