The plaintiff claims roughly 95% of investment options offered in the plan since 2011 were "unduly expensive" proprietary funds that led to less retirement savings for participants.
Finding the "right" amount depends on your other holdings, your appetite for risk and how close you are to retirement.
Nearly 2,300 suspected senior-fraud/exploitation cases reported by 61 firms in study.
Many advisers are embracing an exemption they've frequently derided, even though a less-contentious one is available for annuity sales.
Outside business activities are a vital component of the value independent financial advisers offer to their clients and communities.
Mr. Block last year pleaded not guilty to charges, including conspiracy and securities fraud, stemming from accounting at the REIT once controlled by Nicholas Schorsch.
Highlighting 'fragmentation and overlap,' department suggests establishing one lead agency to align federal and state efforts.
More than a dozen retirement experts weigh in with their advice.
Allocating a portion of savings in the right accounts can help manage costs.
The RIA was previously affiliated with Kestra Investment Services.
The National Association of Insurance Commissioners is taking a fresh look at the suitability standard for annuities and considering making it a best-interests standard.
The Treasury Department urges federal agencies to re-write scores of regulations that bankers have frequently complained about in the seven years since the passage of the financial reform law.
After nine years heading the advisory firm, David Barton is out.
The move requires careful consideration, detailed planning, and a structured, strategic approach that leaves nothing to chance.
The move is part of an enhanced digital approach the firm plans to roll out in stages over the next several months.
Some advisory firms are using 81-100 trusts as a way to deliver scalable fiduciary investment services to the small 401(k) market.
Clients in need of reassurance, according to a survey of financial advisers who custody assets with Charles Schwab.
The managed payout funds have an optional feature that automatically calculates and distributes an investor's RMD from the account.
Initiative is part of an effort to crack down on brokers who move from firm to firm and put investors at risk.
