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1 Easy Phrase That Can Spark a Discussion About Long-Term Care
By Debra C. NewmanAs financial advisors, we have to prepare our clients for the three phases of retirement with a frank discussion about their long-term care plans.
July 11, 2012
Swaps Exemptions for Insurers Upheld by CFTCFederal regulators are supporting the insurance industry in its request for an exemption from the new regulatory regime for complex derivatives called swaps, which are mandated by the Dodd-Frank financial services reform law.
July 11, 2012
Swaps Exemptions for Insurers Upheld by CFTCFederal regulators are supporting the insurance industry in its request for an exemption from the new regulatory regime for complex derivatives called swaps, which are mandated by the Dodd-Frank financial services reform law.
July 11, 2012
LIMRA: 6 in 10 Consumers Who Have an Advisor Save for RetirementLIMRA's study found that 61% of consumers who work with an advisor contribute to a retirement plan or an IRA, while only 38% of consumers who dont work with an advisor contribute to their retirement savings. Controlling for income, consumers who work with a financial professional are also more likely...
July 11, 2012
Fitch Ratings, A.M. Best Affirm New York Life’s Financial StrengthRating agencies cite companys leading market position in the U.S. life industry and agency distribution channel as key components to continued strength.
July 11, 2012
Jackson: Advisors Ready for Alternative AssetsMore than nine out of 10 advisors anticipate a significant increase in their use of alternative asset classes over the next year.
July 11, 2012
MetLife manager fined and suspended in FINRA life settlement case (Forbes)Without admitting or denying the findings, William F. Weiss submitted a Letter of Acceptance, Waiver and Consent, which FINRA accepted.
July 11, 2012
The myth that entitlements destroy a nation’s growth, busted in 1 chart (Atlantic)The last 10 years havent been great for growth anywhere in the rich world, but it hasnt been any worse for countries with big welfare states versus countries with small welfare states.