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Finra will defer to SEC on interpreting best interest rule
REGULATION AND LEGISLATION SEP 09, 2019
Finra will defer to SEC on interpreting best interest rule

Finra CEO Cook: 'It's not our rule. It's an SEC rule.'

By Mark Schoeff Jr.
Nicholas Schorsch's former flagship REIT settles with investors for $1 billion
ALTERNATIVES SEP 09, 2019
Nicholas Schorsch's former flagship REIT settles with investors for $1 billion

Mr. Schorsch's firm, American Realty Capital, will kick in $225 million as part of the settlement.

By Bruce Kelly
401(k) court ruling could hurt retirement savers
REGULATION AND LEGISLATION SEP 07, 2019
401(k) court ruling could hurt retirement savers

A recent decision by the 9th U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals allows Charles Schwab Corp. to force its employees to arbitrate disputes about the company's 401(k) plan.

By InvestmentNews
Abigail Johnson of Fidelity reaches deal to avoid testifying at 401(k) trial
RETIREMENT PLANNING SEP 06, 2019
Abigail Johnson of Fidelity reaches deal to avoid testifying at 401(k) trial

The parties in the MIT 401(k) suit negotiated an agreement that spares Ms. Johnson from having to undergo cross-examination.

By Greg Iacurci
Lincoln, Penn Mutual pull insurance products from New York in wake of best-interest rule
LIFE INSURANCE AND ANNUITIES SEP 06, 2019
Lincoln, Penn Mutual pull insurance products from New York in wake of best-interest rule

The departures follow the news that Jackson National halted sales of some products in the state.

By Greg Iacurci
Finra arbitrators award more than $3 million to three former Credit Suisse brokers
PRACTICE MANAGEMENT SEP 06, 2019
Finra arbitrators award more than $3 million to three former Credit Suisse brokers

Reps joined J.P. Morgan instead of Wells Fargo after shutdown of CS wealth management unit.

By Mark Schoeff Jr.
SEC warns advisers to get client consent before trading from own accounts
REGULATION AND LEGISLATION SEP 05, 2019
SEC warns advisers to get client consent before trading from own accounts

Compliance experts say violators may not realize they're out of bounds

By Mark Schoeff Jr.
Former Morgan Stanley, Wells Fargo rep pleads guilty to adviser fraud
REGULATION AND LEGISLATION SEP 05, 2019
Former Morgan Stanley, Wells Fargo rep pleads guilty to adviser fraud

Elias Hafen stole 'hundreds of thousands of dollars' from clients.

By InvestmentNews
Time is running out on opportunity zones — but there's limited choice
ALTERNATIVES SEP 05, 2019
Time is running out on opportunity zones — but there's limited choice

2026 marks the end of full tax benefits for investors in Opportunity Zones. Find out more about this investment tool, the history behind it, and key aspects to consider.

By Ramon Berenguer
Massachusetts fines broker $225,000 over UIT trades
REGULATION AND LEGISLATION SEP 05, 2019
Massachusetts fines broker $225,000 over UIT trades

Improper trading practices resulted in losses for investors, says regulator.

By InvestmentNews
Barred California adviser to pay $181,000 over investment fund conflicts
REGULATION AND LEGISLATION SEP 05, 2019
Barred California adviser to pay $181,000 over investment fund conflicts

Mitchell Friedman failed to disclose how he profited from funding arrangements.

By InvestmentNews
SEC censures, penalizes Utah hybrid $150,000 for improper alts sales
ALTERNATIVES SEP 04, 2019
SEC censures, penalizes Utah hybrid $150,000 for improper alts sales

Lefavi Wealth Management acknowledges receiving 7% commissions on top of fees.

By InvestmentNews
Retirement security advocates hope to attach SECURE to budget legislation in coming weeks
RETIREMENT PLANNING SEP 04, 2019
Retirement security advocates hope to attach SECURE to budget legislation in coming weeks

Despite overwhelming bipartisan support in the House, measure remains stuck in the Senate.

By Mark Schoeff Jr.
Headwinds to annuities in 401(k) plans persist
RETIREMENT PLANNING SEP 04, 2019
Headwinds to annuities in 401(k) plans persist

Legal and administrative challenges have stalled uptake by plan sponsors.

By Greg Iacurci
Independent contractor status for brokers and advisers safe in California
INDEPENDENT BROKER DEALERS SEP 03, 2019
Independent contractor status for brokers and advisers safe in California

FSI successfully lobbied earlier this year for an exemption to proposed legislation for its broker-dealer and RIA members.

By Bruce Kelly
Investors put more stock in investment professionals wearing 'adviser' label
REGULATION AND LEGISLATION SEP 03, 2019
Investors put more stock in investment professionals wearing 'adviser' label

New study shows 'adviser' is ranked closer to 'doctor' and 'lawyer,' while 'stockbroker' is grouped with 'car salesperson.'

By Mark Schoeff Jr.
Finra arb panel orders TD Ameritrade to pay $720,816 over alleged lack of oversight of RIA
REGULATION AND LEGISLATION SEP 03, 2019
Finra arb panel orders TD Ameritrade to pay $720,816 over alleged lack of oversight of RIA

Investor claims custodian didn't do due diligence on adviser charged with securities fraud.

By Mark Schoeff Jr.
Jackson National suspends fee-based annuity sales in New York due to best-interest rule
LIFE INSURANCE AND ANNUITIES SEP 03, 2019
Jackson National suspends fee-based annuity sales in New York due to best-interest rule

Others insurers are also poised to pull out of the New York market given the tougher sales standards.

By Greg Iacurci
SEC's proposal on private placements isn't backed by data
REGULATION AND LEGISLATION AUG 31, 2019
SEC's proposal on private placements isn't backed by data

Calls for reform presume there is a hue and cry among investors for access to such investments.

By InvestmentNews
Elizabeth Warren once wrote a personal finance book
REGULATION AND LEGISLATION AUG 30, 2019
Elizabeth Warren once wrote a personal finance book

The Democratic presidential candidate's 2005 book, 'All Your Worth,' popularized a simple budget plan: 50% on needs, 30% on wants and 20% on savings.

By Bloomberg