College Planning
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CFPB calls for ‘rigorous’ standards for senior designations
By Melanie WaddellWith such a bewildering array of titles and acronyms, it is no wonder that older Americans are confused and misled by these titles, says CFPBs Cordray.
April 16, 2013
Oops! Reinhart-Rogoff Research Tripped Up by TypoA simple Excel spreadsheet error punches a hole in a highly cited economic paper by Carmen Reinhart and Kenneth Rogoff that has been used to bolster policies favoring restraint in government spending.
April 12, 2013
JPMorgan, Wells Fargo See Double-Digit Q1 Profits but Shares Fall on Low RevenueJPM and WFC both offset lower profit margins on loans by setting aside less money to cover bad mortgage loans.
April 12, 2013
Looking for a Job After College? Try Financial PlanningDeena Katz and Harold Evensky make a pitch: the educations practical, and a job is waiting for you upon graduation.
April 11, 2013
Advisors: Stop renting and buy the buildingA compelling case study illustrates why an Small Business Administration loan just might be the perfect fit for your business.
April 11, 2013
Advisors: Stop renting and buy the buildingA compelling case study illustrates why an Small Business Administration loan just might be the perfect fit for your business.
April 10, 2013
Low Investor Confidence: An Opportunity for Independent AdvisorsAs the previous financial meltdown helped create the independent investment advisory profession, so the current lack of trust in the investment system spells an opportunity for today's independent advisors.
April 10, 2013
Advisors with CLU, ChFC designations earn moreFinancial advisors with a CLU or ChFC designation earn 20 percent to 50 percent more than their peers, according to a new report.