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Fiduciary Rule Delay to Cost Investors $11 Billion: Economic Policy Institute
By Bernice NapachEPI is just one of many consumer groups opposing the rule's 18-month delay until July 2019.
September 13, 2017
Global Family Office Returns Bounced Back in 2017Many family offices are unprepared for the looming generational wealth transfer, UBS finds
September 06, 2017
RBC Wealth, Raymond James Launch Efforts to Boost Female AdvisorsVideos and a publication aim to support existing women reps and add to their numbers, which are roughly 16% of the full US advisor force.
September 06, 2017
Merrill Exec Gets ‘Cease and Desist’ in Biggest Customer Protection Case EverThe SEC found the executive negligent; Merrill was fined $415 million over leveraged conversion trades involving investors cash.
August 31, 2017
LPL, Stratos Wealth Partners Welcome $311M TeamBarton Spector Wealth Strategies focuses on retirement income planning and cites the DOL rule for the move.
August 31, 2017
Wells Fargo Increases Fake-Account Estimate 67%The bank says it will pay $10.7 million in customer compensation.
August 28, 2017
Firms Announce Tech Plans; One Strikes a DealLPL Financial plans to launch a new mobile app in 2018 so clients can access their account information anywhere, anytime.
August 28, 2017
3 Essential Components of Financial Planner SatisfactionIn addition to feeling respected, employees crave a culture that fosters growth, be it through mentorship or ongoing opportunities for continued learning.