College Planning
Help your clients take the worry out of saving for college with news and analysis on student debt, 529 plans and other tax-efficient savings vehicles as well as the colleges and college majors that deliver the most value.
Why more Americans will fall behind on credit card bills this year
By Staff WriterEconomic uncertainty in Washington could deal a blow to those already living hand-to-mouth.
January 07, 2013
U.S. Fiscal Policy and the Debt Ceiling: A Troubling ScenarioRaising the debt ceiling is neither inherently good nor bad, but in a slow-growth economy, can we continue to service our growing debt?
December 26, 2012
Geithner: Debt Ceiling Will Be Reached on New Year’s EveLet the hangover metaphors begin.
December 21, 2012
How it WorksAdvisors Ahead Preparatory Program is targeted at active students, providing a defined curriculum for their sophomore, junior and senior years.
December 21, 2012
A Next-Gen Shot in the ArmIf you want an idea of how to help and support the next generation of advisors, look no further than the medical profession.
December 19, 2012
Three Washington Heavyweights to Drive Advisor Agenda in ’13Three key Washington heavyweights will have a crucial role in advisors lives next year: Elisse Walter, the new SEC chairman; Rep. Jeb Hensarling, the incoming House Financial Services chairman; and Phyllis Borzi, at the DOLs EBSA.
December 19, 2012
Want Professional Standards, Advisors? Get an Exclusionary RuleIf youre going to have professional standards, you have to be able to kick out folks who dont meet them.
December 19, 2012
Fitch says fiscal cliff may cost U.S. 'AAA' ratingA downgrade is possible if lawmakers cannot agree on how to cut the deficit and avoid the broad government spending cuts and tax increases that go into effect next year if no deal is reached.