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RIAS RIA NEWS APR 20, 2018
Ed Butowsky charges Schwab with political bias in $100 million lawsuit

Adviser claims he was kicked off custodian's platform because of his political views.

By Jeff Benjamin
SEC advice rule: Here's what you need to know
RIAS RIA NEWS APR 19, 2018
SEC advice rule: Here's what you need to know

We sifted through the nearly 1,000-page proposal and picked out some of the most important points.

By Greg Iacurci
ADVISOR NEWS RETIREMENT PLANNING APR 19, 2018
Principal sued for stacking its TDFs with proprietary funds

The firm allegedly used high-cost, underperforming index funds in its hybrid target-date funds.

By Greg Iacurci
INVESTING ALTERNATIVES APR 19, 2018
Cadaret Grant acquired by private-equity-backed Atria

75-year-old owner Arthur Grant positions the IBD for the 'next 33 years.'

By Jeff Benjamin
RIAS RIA NEWS APR 19, 2018
First quarter was a seller's market for RIAs

Broker protocol factored into increased breakaway broker movement.

By Jeff Benjamin
ADVISOR NEWS RETIREMENT PLANNING APR 19, 2018
What a court decision teaches 401(k) advisers about choosing stable-value funds

Selecting a very conservative benchmark is generally permissible under retirement law.

By Marcia S. Wagner
ADVISOR NEWS REGULATION AND LEGISLATION APR 19, 2018
Brokers accept proposed SEC rule on who can call themselves an adviser

Some say the rule will clear up investor confusion, but others say the SEC didn't go far enough.

By Ryan W. Neal
ADVISOR NEWS REGULATION AND LEGISLATION APR 19, 2018
SEC advice rule raises bar for brokers by putting 'best interest' on table

Required policies, procedures give the regulator a way to gauge brokers' follow through on mitigating conflicts.

By Mark Schoeff Jr.
RIAS RIA NEWS APR 18, 2018
Morgan Stanley's wealth management unit sees record profits

Firm does more with fewer advisers during the first quarter.

By John Waggoner
ADVISOR NEWS REGULATION AND LEGISLATION APR 18, 2018
SEC advice rule seeks to tighten reins on brokers

The proposed rule puts new restrictions on brokers, but it is still unclear how strongly the SEC is clamping down.

By Greg Iacurci
ADVISOR NEWS REGULATION AND LEGISLATION APR 18, 2018
SEC advice rule: Industry groups brace for debate

Trade groups are champing at the bit to have their say in response to the SEC hearing.

By Jeff Benjamin
RIAS RIA NEWS APR 18, 2018
Thomas James recognized for his impact on financial planning

The chairman emeritus of Raymond James said his best innovations were born out of necessity.

By Ryan W. Neal
RIAS RIA NEWS APR 18, 2018
SEC advice rule hearing updates

Commission says a lot of work ahead, public will have 90 days to comment.

By Mark Schoeff Jr.
ADVISOR NEWS REGULATION AND LEGISLATION APR 17, 2018
SEC advice proposal unveiling: Here's what to expect

Chairman Jay Clayton will initiate momentous action Wednesday, as the commission meets to debate a rule on broker and adviser standards.

By Mark Schoeff Jr.
ADVISOR NEWS RETIREMENT PLANNING APR 17, 2018
401(k) lawsuits being brought more aggressively against retirement plan advisers

Chances of getting sued are more common now than five years ago, says one lawyer.

By Greg Iacurci
RIAS RIA NEWS APR 17, 2018
Delivering tax refunds is the least of the IRS' problems

The agency's challenges mean confusion surrounding tax reform isn't likely to be cleared up any time soon.

By Bloomberg
ADVISOR NEWS RETIREMENT PLANNING APR 16, 2018
Plan advisers, consultants question value of managed accounts

Respondents to PIMCO survey say target-date funds offer better value.

By Robert Steyer
RESOURCES IRA ALERT APR 16, 2018
Post-tax-time IRA checkup

Ensure your clients' individual retirement accounts are set for 2018

By Ed Slott
RIAS RIA NEWS APR 16, 2018
Tax reform act still awaiting some important tweaks

IRS has yet to fully parse all parts of the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act, which could affect how much in taxes clients owe for 2018.

By John Waggoner
RIAS RIA NEWS APR 16, 2018
Finra bars no-show broker in New Jersey

Broker attended partial day of hearing, then declined to show up for the rest.

By InvestmentNews