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RETIREMENT PLANNING APR 14, 2015
How singles can use file-and-suspend as an insurance policy

But this creative claiming strategy stumps some Social Security Administration employees.

By Mary Beth Franklin
Nearly half of retirees wish they had retired earlier
RETIREMENT PLANNING APR 14, 2015
Nearly half of retirees wish they had retired earlier

But savings gap may force future retirees to work longer.

By Mary Beth Franklin
Labor Department proposes controversial fiduciary rule
REGULATION AND LEGISLATION APR 14, 2015
Labor Department proposes controversial fiduciary rule

The Department of Labor, led by Secretary Thomas Perez, proposed a highly anticipated and controversial rule Tuesday that would require brokers working with retirement accounts to act in the best interest of clients.

By Mark Schoeff Jr.
RETIREMENT PLANNING APR 14, 2015
MassMutual beefs up DCIO effort, extending reach into retirement plans

Insurer faces uphill battle as competition in defined contribution investment-only space is tough.

By Darla Mercado
Merrill Lynch's John Thiel urges colleagues to work with DOL on fiduciary rule
RIA NEWS APR 14, 2015
Merrill Lynch's John Thiel urges colleagues to work with DOL on fiduciary rule

By Mason Braswell
Who oversees wealth advisers who guide investors on 401(k)s? It depends.
RETIREMENT PLANNING APR 14, 2015
Who oversees wealth advisers who guide investors on 401(k)s? It depends.

In the most complex scenarios, you may answer to DOL, Finra and SEC.

By Darla Mercado
FINTECH APR 14, 2015
20 financial advisers to follow on Twitter

From deep analysis to humor, these advisers bring a personal touch to financial planning.

By Alessandra Malito
FINTECH APR 14, 2015
Advisers who embrace big data will have a leg up on competitors

Technology experts predict data analysis will lead to improvements in financial planning for clients, plus better business practices that can boost adviser profitability. </br><b><i>(More: <a href="//www.investmentnews.com/section/specialreport/20150125/TECHREPORT2015&quot;" target="&quot;_blank&quot;" rel="noopener noreferrer">Don't miss our full technology special report</a>)</b></i>

By Liz Skinner
The big retirement mistake Millennials make
RETIREMENT PLANNING APR 13, 2015
The big retirement mistake Millennials make

Survey: younger workers happy about their savings habits but they are beginning to worry about their net worth

By Srividya Kalyanaraman
Steps to maximize the power of Twitter for your advice firm
OPINION APR 13, 2015
Steps to maximize the power of Twitter for your advice firm

With compliance reins loosening, the social media platform can be a business booster.

By Kristin Andree
Hidden tax benefits of continuing care retirement communities
RETIREMENT PLANNING APR 13, 2015
Hidden tax benefits of continuing care retirement communities

Advisers planning for the long-term-care needs of clients should seriously consider the potential tax savings that come with these communities.

By Darla Mercado
PRACTICE MANAGEMENT APR 12, 2015
Regulation is only part of the solution

Advisers should seek the highest level of professional competency, not for economic gain, but out of a sense of professional obligation to clients

By Sean Walters
LIFE INSURANCE AND ANNUITIES APR 10, 2015
Time may have come to eliminate sales incentives in the annuities business

As the financial services industry moves toward a fiduciary standard, prizes for top insurance sellers smack of conflict.

By Darla Mercado
Obamas' income falls to lowest level since 2004
RETIREMENT PLANNING APR 10, 2015
Obamas' income falls to lowest level since 2004

First couple's tax return shows no stock market investments, missed opportunity on home refinance in Chicago.

By Bloomberg
Are employer savings on health care being reinvested in retirement plans?
RETIREMENT PLANNING APR 10, 2015
Are employer savings on health care being reinvested in retirement plans?

As health care benefits fall out of favor with employees, some small businesses are considering redesigning their 401(k)s to retain staff.

By Darla Mercado
Hidden tax benefits of Continuing Care Retirement Communities
RETIREMENT PLANNING APR 10, 2015
Hidden tax benefits of Continuing Care Retirement Communities

Advisers planning for the long-term-care needs of clients ought to seriously consider the potential tax savings that come with continuing care retirement communities.

By Darla Mercado
Latest sign of oil market glut pushes prices even lower
EQUITIES APR 10, 2015
Latest sign of oil market glut pushes prices even lower

<i>Breakfast with Benjamin</i>: Prices fall by 5% after the discovery of the biggest weekly buildup of U.S. inventories since 2001.

By Jeff Benjamin
Few target date fund managers eat their own cooking
RETIREMENT PLANNING APR 10, 2015
Few target date fund managers eat their own cooking

How much advisers weigh a managers' investment in his or her own fund when selecting one.

By Darla Mercado
RIA NEWS APR 10, 2015
Top-performing firms invest big in technology — a critical driver of success

Major emphasis on tech spending and utilization helps leading advisory firms stay ahead of the curve.

By Matt Sirinides
Dividend stocks might be a better than annuities for income investors
EQUITIES APR 09, 2015
Dividend stocks might be a better than annuities for income investors

<i>Breakfast with Benjamin</i>: Could dividend stocks actually be a better deal than an annuity for income investors?

By Jeff Benjamin