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RETIREMENT PLANNING NOV 11, 2013
Low interest rates threaten universal life insurance policies

Universal life policies sold in the '80s and '90s are at risk of lapsing, causing problems for clients and advisers.

By Darla Mercado
RIA NEWS NOV 11, 2013
Fed still expected to hold off tapering until spring

Economists' forecasts for a March taper contrast with investor expectations for an earlier reduction in quantitative easing

By Matt Ackermann
RIA NEWS NOV 11, 2013
Fed still expected to hold off tapering until March even as jobs surge

The Federal Open Market Committee voted Oct. 30 to keep the pace unchanged, saying it needs more evidence of improvement in the economy.

By Matt Ackermann
RIA NEWS NOV 11, 2013
Pershing brings institutional investment research to broker-dealers, advisers

Pershing announced Monday it was creating a list of mutual funds based on the bank's investment manager research. A version of the list will be available for broker-dealers and financial advisers using Pershing's platform starting this year.

By Trevor Hunnicutt
RETIREMENT PLANNING NOV 11, 2013
When working longer is the best option

Preparedness may mean staying on the job, but burned-out clients need an incentive.

By Jamie Patrick Hopkins and David Littell
RIA NEWS NOV 11, 2013
Gold bulls boost wagers to highest since January

Gold bulls are making their biggest bets on a gold rally since January amid growing signs the U.S. will lead a military strike against Syria.

By Gregory Crawford
ALTERNATIVES NOV 11, 2013
Gold demand declines to four-year low

By Matt Ackermann
RIA NEWS NOV 11, 2013
Billionaire peddling metal despite 65% plunge in his gold fund

By John Goff
EQUITIES NOV 11, 2013
Glitter returning to gold as some see buying opportunity

Gold's precipitous drop brings it to a key level, $1,200 an ounce. Some experts think this is the worst it will get for the precious metal. Does that mean now's the time to buy?

By Jeff Benjamin
RETIREMENT PLANNING NOV 10, 2013
Portability election emerges as new locus of estate planning

Despite a permanent tax exemption, investors of all sizes have issues to consider

By Darla Mercado
RIA NEWS NOV 10, 2013
Vanguard wrong to ground trading pilots Crowdfunding at risk of overregulation

By MFXFeeder
EQUITIES NOV 10, 2013
Following the playbook on tapering

By Jeff Benjamin
PRACTICE MANAGEMENT NOV 10, 2013
Tooting, not blowing, your own horn at Schwab's Impact

Big gathering has lots on offer including Washington updates, investing insights and practice management advice galore

By Liz Skinner
RIA NEWS NOV 08, 2013
Tech sector once again in massive bubble

What's different compared to the last tech boom, plus other must-reads from wealth manager and CNBC commentator Josh Brown

By Joshua Brown
EQUITIES NOV 08, 2013
Friday markets brace for three big reports

Three big reports to hit the market, plus: Bitcoin spikes as euro takes a dive, Bernanke's prezzie to Yellen and advisers' big headache. Curated by <i>InvestmentNews</i> senior columnist Jeff Benjamin.

By Jeff Benjamin
RIA NEWS NOV 08, 2013
Advisers help Twitter's new millionaires navigate bumpy seas

Using the lessons of Facebook's volatile IPO, advisers are recommending that Twitter's soon-to-be millionaires prepare for a wild ride as the stock goes public. One recommendation: &#8220;plan for the worst and hope for the best.&#8221; Buckle up.

By Trevor Hunnicutt
RETIREMENT PLANNING NOV 08, 2013
MassMutual employees file suit against employer over management of 401(k)

The complaint alleges self-dealing, excessive fees in managing the $1 billion plan.

By James Comtois
PRACTICE MANAGEMENT NOV 08, 2013
Don't condescend to Gen Y women

Advisers who can show how they can make a person's financial life easier &#8212; without coming off as condescending &#8212; will find an enthusiastic audience in Generation Y women, experts said.

By Liz Skinner
LIFE INSURANCE AND ANNUITIES NOV 07, 2013
Last-minute tips for Medicare annual enrollment

Clients have until Dec. 7 to make choices for 2014

By Mary Beth Franklin
RIA NEWS NOV 07, 2013
Twitter's millionaires face a bumpy ride

Using the lessons of Facebook's volatile IPO, financial advisers say &#8220;plan for the worst and hope for the best&#8221;

By Trevor Hunnicutt