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Law expands 10% penalty exception for public safety workers
More public safety officials may take early distributions without penalty from more of their government-sponsored retirement plans.
SEC in-house justice system stacks the deck
Too many questionable aspects to the process make it hard to be perceived as fair.
Do your homework on securities-backed loans
Clients taking out securities-backed loans might see only the advantages and not the risks.
Dealing with Medicare as an expat: When and how to enroll
The right strategy will help clients avoid penalties that can last a lifetime.
Why goals-based wealth management has yet to reach its full potential
Current adviser technology needs to be pushed to its limits to help goals-based planning take off.
Latest trends in the retirement income market
Capturing rollovers, satisfying income seekers in low-interest rate environment.
7 reasons why financial stewardship is more valuable than a fiduciary standard
Could financial stewardship be used as a higher professional standard of care by advisers?
Freeing variable annuities from information overload
Time to allow summary prospectuses for VAs
Fees from custodians fail smell test
Can advisers accepting fees from custodians really be fiduciaries?
Social Security consolation prizes for divorced spouses
Ex-spouse can claim independently and is not subject to family maximum limit.
Ramifications of Supreme Court decision on 401(k) fee lawsuit run deep
The court underscored the critical importance that persons entrusted with the assets of others cannot simply make the initial investment decision and walk away.
What same-sex couples should know about Medicare
More gay couples than ever will have access to Medicare benefits, but certain rules apply.
Avoid the summer slowdown by using social media
Make these your biggest months by staying connected with clients and actively look for opportunities to engage with new prospects.
Millennials make good customers
Finally, there is some good news about millennials and retirement saving that financial advisers can build upon.
Middle class deserves unbiased advice
People most in need of unbiased advice either cannot get it or are getting it from brokers who aren't necessarily looking out for their best interests.
Tackling the challenge of 401(k)s for small businesses
A new plan design and technology aims to expand access, reduce costs.
An adviser’s touch can improve tax aware investing
Robo-advisers can miss key details when planning for high-net-worth investors.
The case for Roth IRA conversions for high-income clients
Paying tax now, on today's balance, may be preferable to paying future tax on a much larger sum, year after year.
Advisers need to step cautiously into the robo-world
Get excited about the opportunities this new technology opens up, but be critical
SEC wants input on ETPs
The SEC wants to hear from you — this time on an investment vehicle most financial advisers hold…
