Compensation and Fees
What leading financial advisors, experts and firms are saying about compensation and fees for registered representatives (both independent and employee) and registered investment advisors.
First Allied ‘Aggressively Upgrading’ Presence in 401(k) Space
By John SullivanFirm plans to help advisors ensure ERISA 408(b)(2) compliance.
December 07, 2010
Attack of the Spin DoctorsThe CFP Board claims CFPs are "overwhelmingly" behind hiking their fees to pay for the Board's "awareness campaign," but CFPs tell me a different story.
December 06, 2010
An Insurance Producer's How-To Guide to Evaluating HSA CustodiansWhen health savings accounts (HSAs) were introduced in 2004, the IRS required that the plans be held by a qualified custodian or trustee, similar to IRAs.
November 19, 2010
What LPL's IPO Filing Reveals About the Largest IBD, and the IndustryPhilip Palaveev describes what LPL's IPO filing suggests about the sources of the firm's revenue, and how independent broker-dealers survive.
November 15, 2010
Broker Compensation Under Regulatory ScrutinySEC Chairman Mary L. Schapiro speaks about conflicts in broker incentives and bonuses.
November 11, 2010
How Do You Stack Up Against Your Peers Financially?To enhance your firm's operating performance, analyze that performance and compare it to that of the best firms in the industry.
November 01, 2010
Choose WiselyWhich companies are getting it right? We take a look at some of the top plans by assets. A few might surprise you.
October 29, 2010
Employment Cost Index Rises 0.4% in Third QuarterFor the 12-month period ending September 2010, compensation costs for civilian workers increased 1.9%.