A new study shows that most post-IPO/merger nontraded REITs over the past two decades have badly lagged industry benchmarks. The reason? Hefty fees.
Investors in Alabama's prepaid college plan are a step closer to an agreement with the state that would cap the amount those students receive at an amount less than the full tuition they were promised when they signed up for the contracts.
Firm joins the likes of LPL Financial, Commonwealth and Royal Alliance
Axa aims to offer VA policyholders a hike in account value if they agree to cancel a generous death benefit. If the plan works, expect other insurers to follow suit. Says one industry watcher: 'The floodgates will open.'
New government data shows child-rearing an expensive proposition; pressure an added cost
Europe's debt crisis, 8% unemployment and a decisive GOP recall victory in Wisconsin paint a bleak picture for President Obama's re-election bid.
Hamburger thinks other options — the SEC, a new regulator — not viable; 'bad blood'
New data shows that the difference in pay at wirehouses and independent firms has narrowed dramatically in recent years. This should be big news for advisers contemplating going indie.
Survey reveals disturbing lack of knowledge about college savings plan; 529 Day a bid to change that
N.Y. replaces Columbia Management with J.P. Morgan Asset Management for adviser-sold plan; Vanguard cuts charges
