MassMutual getting $54B in AUM in proposed deal, doubling plan participants
The Hartford is reining in investment options for some variable annuities, leaving advisers scrambling to find their clients who have them. That's raising worries about the amount of work — and potential liability — they may face.
With Mary Jo White at the helm, the SEC will try again at reforming money market funds. The new chairman is keeping her cards close to her chest but the industry is hopeful she'll play a good hand.
Firm sees 'simplicity' and 'transparency' in new fee structure for target group.
Adviser marketing expert Fox-Foley to focus on getting out the IBD's 'secret.'
Early reports suggest that The Hartford's buyback terms for some of its legacy VAs are extremely generous. How generous? Some clients can cash out early at full value.
The Financial Stability Oversight Council has classified both AIG and Prudential as 'too-big-too-fail.' That's too bad for customers. Here's why.
A nasty little spat has broken out in the Twitterverse between Dave Ramsey and advisers. The radio host went as far as to tweet 'I help more people in 10 min. than all of you combined in your ENTIRE lives.' | <b><a href="http://www.investmentnews.com/article/20130603/FREE/130609994">Read the tweets</a>.</b>
Not a ton of excitement but advisers intrigued by newfangled approach.
Most advisers can use all the help they can get with tedious and error-prone daily tasks such as prospecting, data entry and filling out client forms.
Choosing a lump sum instead of annuity a smart decision, says estate expert; setting up trust protects heirs.
Instant approval once paperwork is filed, fee is paid.
In an arbitration claim, a former rep at J.P. Morgan says brokers didn't get commissions on trades of nonproprietary funds, including those marketed by Pimco.
