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.
Bullies put employer’s reputation, pocketbook at risk
By Dan CookHow much workplace bullying occurs? One estimate by Zogby International says perhaps 35 percent of workers have experienced bullying at work at one time or another.
October 28, 2013
Pru's Strangfeld: Is the CEO's pay too high?In 2012, Prudential CEO John Strangfeld earned 2.45 times the median compensation of his peers. Was it warranted?
October 25, 2013
Washington's overlordsGargantuan pay packages for CEOs have not gone unnoticed in the nations capital.
October 25, 2013
Washington's overlordsGargantuan pay packages for CEOs have not gone unnoticed in the nations capital.
October 17, 2013
NAIC budget at $93.2 million for 2014, up 3.68%Increases are coming not from database fees but valuation services.
October 09, 2013
Jeff and Kim Camarda Talk About Their Suit Against the CFP BoardA conversation with the plaintiffs provides a new perspective on the ongoing "fee-only" issue and raises new questions about the Boards handling of the case.
October 06, 2013
How Onslaught of Retirees Threatens an Advisor’s PracticeIf you think only clients are worried about the distribution phase, think again, says top advisor Charlie Farrell.
October 01, 2013
Don’t Be an Underpriced AdvisorClose analysis and open communication are keys to ensuring appropriate advisory compensation.