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Political Commentator Says Obama Faces Hurdles to Reelection at NAIFA Meeting
By Warren S. HerschThe continuing high unemployment rate poses a significant threat to President Obama's campaign to be reelected to a second term
August 29, 2012
Poll: Most Americans Remain Pessimistic About Direction of U.S. EconomyAccording to the poll, 57% of Americans are pessimistic about the current direction of the country. And 60% believe that their own financial well-being is determined by their actions and not events out of their control.
August 29, 2012
Why I’m breaking up with Paul RyanRyan's campaign trail flip-flop on Medicare has lost him at least one supporter.
August 24, 2012
FPA Leader Wants CFP to Be the ‘One Designation’The Financial Planning Association would like to see CFP become the single designation for financial planners. The American College doesn't agree.
August 24, 2012
FPA Leader Wants CFP to Be the ‘One Designation’The Financial Planning Association would like to see CFP become the single designation for financial planners. The American College doesn't agree.
August 22, 2012
Survey: Americans’ Financial Security Edges Up in AugustReflecting the increased optimism, more survey respondents in August than in June indicate they are setting aside money for savings or investments and are somewhat likely to enjoy a comfortable retirement.
August 21, 2012
A Chat With CFP Board CEO Kevin Keller: Fiduciary, SRO and His PrioritiesProviding the SEC with the resources it needs is the best solution" to the advisor exam problem, says Kevin Keller, but finding a way to ensure advisors face more exam scrutinythrough an SRO or user fees paid to the SECwill be a long-term issue.
August 21, 2012
Ron Rhoades’ Exit From NAPFA Shocks Fee-Based Advisor WorldIn a self-punishing mea culpa, Rhoades said he was stepping down from the NAPFA chairmanship after discovering that he had committed a violation as chief compliance officer of his firm.