The Variation in Some Annuity Payouts Has Exploded
By David Blanchett and Branislav NikolicThere's lots of evidence that shows a big benefit to "shopping around" for immediate annuities, especially when interest rates are rising.
August 01, 2022
Worker Classification for Independent Financial Professionals: Big Changes Ahead?The Labor Department plans to propose new rules on independent contractors that might affect advisors.
August 01, 2022
Why Stocks Took a July Vacay From FundamentalsU.S. stocks had their best month in two years while the economy received discouraging news about both growth and inflation.
July 29, 2022
Independent RIAs, Clients' Annuities and Fiduciary ControlOne possible solution could be using an outsourced insurance desk.
July 28, 2022
How to Help Nervous Clients NowInvestors don't want wishy-washy conversations about the markets; they want to stress test their portfolios.
July 28, 2022
The 3 Top Issues at Industry Events NowFinancial-services conferences are shining a spotlight on the importance of social media and supervising electronic communications.
July 27, 2022
The New Rollover Rule Is Here: Are You Complying?Financial advisors and their firms must now adhere to these key requirements affecting retirement-plan rollover recommendations.
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