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Your divorce may trigger hidden 401(k) fees
ADVISOR NEWS RETIREMENT PLANNING JAN 23, 2017
Your divorce may trigger hidden 401(k) fees

Getting a record keeper to fill out a legal document needed to divide a retirement account could cost more than $1,200.

By Bloomberg
ADVISOR NEWS REGULATION AND LEGISLATION JAN 23, 2017
Two possible routes Trump could take to delay DOL fiduciary rule

The DOL could propose a delay that would be subject to public comment, or the administration could issue an interim rule seeking delay based on "good cause."

By Greg Iacurci
Clients getting divorced may encounter hidden 401(k) fees
ADVISOR NEWS RETIREMENT PLANNING JAN 23, 2017
Clients getting divorced may encounter hidden 401(k) fees

Getting a record keeper to fill out a legal document needed to divide a retirement account could cost more than $1,200

By Bloomberg
ADVISOR NEWS REGULATION AND LEGISLATION JAN 23, 2017
Lawsuits could be used to delay DOL fiduciary rule

Trump administration could put regulation on hold while courts decide its legality

By Mark Schoeff Jr.
ADVISOR NEWS RETIREMENT PLANNING JAN 23, 2017
How financial advisers can prepare clients for potential life-altering events

You can play a large part in helping clients feel better equipped to handle such situations before they happen.

By Francis J. McAleer, Jr.
Bob Oros leaving Fidelity
RIAS RIA NEWS JAN 23, 2017
Bob Oros leaving Fidelity

The executive vice president and head of Fidelity's RIA segment is leaving the company at the end of the month.

By Jeff Benjamin
RIAS RIA NEWS JAN 22, 2017
Banks, credit unions could start buying advisory practices

LPL among the firms to benefit from the expanded distribution of financial advice

By Jeff Benjamin
First Republic starts year with a bang
RIAS PRACTICE MANAGEMENT JAN 22, 2017
First Republic starts year with a bang

Picks up two Merrill Lynch groups with nearly $2 billion in assets; more deals might be on the horizon.

By Bruce Kelly
RIAS RIA NEWS JAN 20, 2017
IRS raises red flag over tax shelter land deals

The deals promised tax deductions worth four to four-and-a-half times a person's investment.

By Bruce Kelly
ADVISOR NEWS REGULATION AND LEGISLATION JAN 20, 2017
Financial industry expects quick action from Trump to delay DOL fiduciary rule

Lobbyists say the move could come as soon as Friday afternoon, or Monday, in the form of a directive to acting agency heads to postpone and review regulations that aren't yet operational.

By Mark Schoeff Jr.
ADVISOR NEWS RETIREMENT PLANNING JAN 20, 2017
Young retirement robo ForUsAll scoring high employee participation rates

The company's founders, who hail from Financial Engines, have grown the new business to $100 million in assets.

By Liz Skinner
RIAS RIA NEWS JAN 20, 2017
Potential tax impact of health care act repeal

It's likely that a replacement health care plan would have some tax impact, leading to new planning opportunities for financial advisers and their clients.

By Tim Steffen
ADVISOR NEWS RETIREMENT PLANNING JAN 20, 2017
Former N.Y. State Common Retirement Fund fixed-income director arrested in pay-for-play scheme

Allegations include receiving travel, prostitutes and drugs for steering business to two broker-dealers.

By Robert Steyer
Former registered representative in Texas arrested for internet Ponzi scheme
RIAS RIA NEWS JAN 20, 2017
Former registered representative in Texas arrested for internet Ponzi scheme

Bobby Eugene Guess, who promoted himself as a financial maven through radio advertising and financial seminars, was indicted on charges related to the multi-million-dollar sale of investments in an internet advertising company.

By Bruce Kelly
Some compensation is exempt from Social Security earnings test
ADVISOR NEWS RETIREMENT PLANNING JAN 19, 2017
Some compensation is exempt from Social Security earnings test

Severance pay does not count, nor do trailing insurance commissions.

By Mary Beth Franklin
ADVISOR NEWS REGULATION AND LEGISLATION JAN 19, 2017
Sen. Elizabeth Warren challenges financial firms to resist efforts to delay DOL fiduciary rule

Letter to 33 companies asks six questions, including whether they support the delay or would reverse course on changes already implemented if a delay occurs.

By Mark Schoeff Jr.
INVESTING MUTUAL FUNDS JAN 19, 2017
December stock flows highest since April 2000

And passive once again clobbers active.

By John Waggoner
ADVISOR NEWS RETIREMENT PLANNING JAN 19, 2017
Some compensation is exempt from Social Security earnings test

Severance pay does not count, nor do trailing insurance commissions.

By Mary Beth Franklin
2016 Innovator: Shirl Penney
RIAS RIA NEWS JAN 19, 2017
2016 Innovator: Shirl Penney

The firm he founded, Dynasty, is focused on the specialized needs of top RIAs across the country.

By InvestmentNews
INVESTING MUTUAL FUNDS JAN 18, 2017
No-fee trading platforms can save money in other ways

Bid/ask spreads fall as volume rises.

By John Waggoner