A Lesson in Annuity Riders: GMIB vs. GWB
By Marc Silverman, CLU, ChFCWhen recommending annuities, be sure to evaluate each riders suitability for your clients unique needs.
February 01, 2012
Fight of the Century: Keynes vs. Hayek Round Two"Fight of the Century" a new economics hip-hop music video by John Papola and Russ Roberts, was a highlight of an opening general session of the Investment Management Consultants Association, held at the Marriot Marquis in New York City, January 30-31.
February 01, 2012
The Catch: Aetna Goes to MLR SchoolThe new PPACA rebate rules can be educational, the latest Medicare Advantage enrollment figures, and more.
February 01, 2012
Referrals That WorkDo unto others: Getting great referrals is as simple as following the golden rule.
February 01, 2012
Planning to Merge Your RIA Firm? 5 Key Questions to Ask YourselfHere are some key lessons I learned from merging my wealth management firm to form Private Ocean. For one, culture is more important than dollars and cents, but make sure you address these five core issues.
February 01, 2012
Best Month for Stocks in 15 Years, but for Rest of Year?—Searching for Alpha for February 2012Plenty of good signs for the markets, but 2012 is likely to be another circuitous year for stocks.
January 31, 2012
Let’s Not Be SearsWhat the life insurance business can learn from the once-great retailer's downfall.
January 31, 2012
Saltzman on Health: A Tale of Two CitiesNo one is setting up guillotines -- but the U.S. health care delivery system does seem to be nearing a revolution...
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