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ADVISOR NEWS REGULATION AND LEGISLATION FEB 28, 2018
Finra bars former Stephens broker for no-show at hearing

Regulator investigating withdrawals from bank account of ex-rep Norris Roberts Jr.

By InvestmentNews
ADVISOR NEWS REGULATION AND LEGISLATION FEB 28, 2018
Appeals court orders fiduciary breach case vs. Transamerica to be dismissed

The three-judge panel reversed a ruling by a U.S. District Court judge in Los Angeles.

By Robert Steyer
ADVISOR NEWS RETIREMENT PLANNING FEB 28, 2018
How low can 401(k) advisory fees go?

Amid increased regulatory scrutiny and litigation, fees aren't likely to stabilize any time soon.

By Fred Barstein
INVESTING MUTUAL FUNDS FEB 28, 2018
Ameriprise hit with enforcement action over expensive share classes

SEC has made a crackdown on high-fee funds a top priority, including a program for self-reporting failures.

By Mark Schoeff Jr.
RIAS RIA NEWS FEB 28, 2018
Treasury calculator helps taxpayers ensure accurate federal tax withholdings

Most Americans should see boost in take-home pay as result of recent tax overhaul, estimates show.

By Bloomberg
RIAS RIA NEWS FEB 27, 2018
Are LPL and Cetera Financial Group a potential match?

At least one analyst thinks so, noting that LPL has acknowledged that M&A is a good use of the company's capital.

By Bruce Kelly
RIAS RIA NEWS FEB 27, 2018
Charles Brandes steps down as chairman of investment firm

Founder of $31.2 billion firm exits after a divorce dispute.

By Bloomberg
ADVISOR NEWS REGULATION AND LEGISLATION FEB 27, 2018
FSI aims for workable best-interest standard this year

Group supports the SEC's effort to establish a uniform standard of care.

By Dale Brown
RIAS RIA NEWS FEB 27, 2018
How market moves affect advisers' bottom line

The increasing use of asset-based fees has solidified the relationship between advisory firms' fortunes and financial markets.

By Matt Sirinides
ADVISOR NEWS REGULATION AND LEGISLATION FEB 27, 2018
Fiduciary advocate calls for immediate enforcement of DOL fiduciary rule

Consumer Federation of America cites Massachusetts action as one to emulate, in letters to the Labor Department and various regulators.

By Mark Schoeff Jr.
RIAS PRACTICE MANAGEMENT FEB 26, 2018
LPL wraps up NPH adviser move, declines to say whether it reached revenue goal

LPL said earlier this month that it was on track to move over 70% of NPH's revenue.

By Bruce Kelly
ADVISOR NEWS RETIREMENT PLANNING FEB 26, 2018
Popular 403(b) resource launching directory of fiduciary advisers

Registered reps and insurance agents won't be included on the clearinghouse.

By Greg Iacurci
RIAS PRACTICE MANAGEMENT FEB 26, 2018
UBS buckles to pressure over non-solicitation agreements

Changes will be pegged to brokers' 2018 bonuses instead of those for 2017. But is this a trend other firms will follow?

By Jeff Benjamin
ADVISOR NEWS WIREHOUSES FEB 26, 2018
Ex-Wells Fargo rep barred and arrested for ripping off elderly

Authorities say Jeffrey Palish's misdeeds against elderly clients netted him anywhere from $180,000 to $600,000.

By InvestmentNews
ADVISOR NEWS RETIREMENT PLANNING FEB 26, 2018
Even the strongest retirement plans can be derailed by health care costs

New guide offers ideas for estimating and funding retiree health care.

By Mary Beth Franklin
RIAS RIA NEWS FEB 26, 2018
Cetera sale talk another distraction for advisers

Company emerged from bankruptcy less than two years ago; plans to brief advisers Tuesday afternoon

By Bruce Kelly
ADVISOR NEWS INDEPENDENT BROKER DEALERS FEB 24, 2018
Broker protocol: Indecision over recruiting agreement is rampant

Ruckus over recruiting agreement has even wirehouse lifers wondering if it's time.

By Bruce Kelly
RIAS RIA NEWS FEB 23, 2018
Ohio RIA with $4 billion in assets to join Focus Financial

Firm started as a regional brokerage in 1898; deal aids succession planning.

By Bloomberg
ADVISOR NEWS RETIREMENT PLANNING FEB 23, 2018
NYU lawsuit becomes first 403(b) fee case to go to trial

The university was one of about a dozen prominent schools sued by Jerry Schlichter in 2016.

By Greg Iacurci
ADVISOR NEWS REGULATION AND LEGISLATION FEB 23, 2018
SEC Chairman Jay Clayton outlines goals for a new fiduciary standard

Rule should provide clarity on role of adviser, enhanced investor protection and regulatory coordination.

By Mark Schoeff Jr.