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DOL releases fiduciary rule guidance specifically for advisors
By Melanie WaddellAccording to benefits attorney Fred Reisch: 'Insurance companies can market their group variable annuity contracts to 401(k) plans without concern of fiduciary status.'
January 12, 2017
RightCapital Launches Enterprise Tool to Ease DOL Rule ComplianceA leaner, meaner platform than competitors will help midsize firms provide more holistic planning for clients.
January 10, 2017
Advisor Group Cuts Fees, Launches New, DOL-Compliant PlatformIn conjunction with new platform changes, Advisor Group execs will go on a 19-city roadshow to meet with advisors in person.
January 09, 2017
Proposed DOL fiduciary rule exemption could impact IMOsIMOs may have to meet a capital reserve threshold to become financial institutions under a proposal filed by the Labor Department.
January 09, 2017
Proposed DOL fiduciary rule exemption could impact IMOsIMOs may have to meet a capital reserve threshold to become financial institutions under a proposal filed by the Labor Department.
January 06, 2017
DOL’s Perez Makes Plea to Trump as NAFA Appeals Fiduciary DecisionIn an exit memo, Perez said the next administration and Congress must adequately fund DOLs enforcement of the fiduciary and overtime rules.
January 03, 2017
DOL tries to clarify QDIA regs on annuities in TDFsDOL letter responds to TIAA inquiry, offers guidance on how TDFs with annuities can comply with QDIA protocol.
January 03, 2017
DOL tries to clarify QDIA regs on annuities in TDFsDOL letter responds to TIAA inquiry, offers guidance on how TDFs with annuities can comply with QDIA protocol.