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.
401(k) Plan Costs Fell in 2012
By Danielle AndrusTotal plan costs for retirement plans have fallen in the last year, according to the 13th edition of the 401k Averages Book.
January 29, 2013
Exec bonuses under TARP take fireA SIGTARP report criticizes the Treasury Department for failing to rein in excessive pay for top execs of bailed-out companies.
January 25, 2013
Raymond James’ New Comp Grid Wins PraiseExperts say its impact on reps should be "neutral," but could have a surprising upside for some reps.
January 22, 2013
Alternatives Saw Biggest Drop in Asset Management Fees in 2012: Mercer"Demand for active management may well fall off a cliff" as defined contribution plans overtake defined benefit pensions, a Mercer consultant says.
January 16, 2013
BNY Mellon Boosts Profits 23%: Q4 EarningsClearing fees at Pershing unit rise to $294 million in the period and nearly $1.2 billion for 2012
December 31, 2012
Back to basics: Best compliance practices for initial client meetingsYour actions in your first client meeting will set the stage for the success (or failure) of the ongoing relationship. If you handle them carefully, you’ll…
December 20, 2012
401(k) Fee Transparency: Best & Worst ProvidersDalbar and Research magazine conducted an in-depth study of the new ERISA 408(b)(2) disclosure rule, providing rankings in key categories of big providers.
December 19, 2012
FA Insight Finds Good News on Advisor PayOnly a minimal number of firms report any compensation decreases since 2010.