The 529 Plan v. Retirement Account Smackdown
By Michael Jay Markey Jr.Is it a good idea to use a retirement plan to pay for kids' education? Sometimes. Is it ethical? Of course it is!
September 03, 2019
The 85/15 Leadership-Technical Knowledge DisconnectAn AI can handle the technical knowledge. Kindness, humility and tact — not so much.
September 03, 2019
For HNW Clients, Digital Convenience Is No Substitute for a Personal ConnectionResearch shows that better investment outcomes aren't enough for advisors to increase HNW client satisfaction and retention.
September 03, 2019
Why Negative Interest Rates Threaten the Financial SystemMarkets may need to be rebuilt on a new set of assumptions. But what should those be, and how could they work?
September 02, 2019
Trade War to Hit Americans' Pockets, LiterallyGoods such as clothing and shoes had been spared from the tariff dispute with China. Not anymore.
September 01, 2019
Let's Make Life Insurance Conversations More MainstreamAn Aflac executive says this is a great time to bring up a tough topic.
August 29, 2019
Who Are Centers of Influence, Anyway?One way to talk to fewer people, but sell more, may be to talk to the right people.
August 29, 2019
Can Affordable Housing Help Build a Stronger Portfolio?Institutional money managers already are taking notice of this asset class, complete with the advantage of ESG investment practices.
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