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FINRA Unveils Variable Insurance Communications Draft
By Allison BellThe Financial Industry Regulatory Authority has drafted an update of the rules that govern FINRA members' communications with the public about variable life and variable annuity products.
November 18, 2009
FINRA: Be More Careful About E-MailThe Financial Industry Regulatory Authority has imposed a $1.2 million fine on an insurer-affiliated securities firm over allegations that the firm had a weak e-mail supervision program.
November 17, 2009
FINRA to Expand BrokerCheck; Rep Info to Stay OnlineDisclosure records for former brokers will be available on BrokerCheck beginning November 30, FINRA says, and the records will remain online -- even if the rep leaves the industry.
November 17, 2009
FINRA: Be More Careful About E-MailThe Financial Industry Regulatory Authority has imposed a $1.2 million fine on an insurer-affiliated securities firm over allegations that the firm had a weak e-mail supervision program.
November 05, 2009
It's a sue-happy worldDon't like the way your investments performed this year? Sue your advisor. It's not just the market meltdown; investors feel they were duped, and they're...
November 03, 2009
As Deadline Looms for Investor Protection Act, Advisor Groups Urge Congress to Include a Real Fiduciary StandardNAPFA, FPA, CFP Board and others petition House committees not to weaken investor protection
November 01, 2009
Regulator targets use of mortgage money for securitiesIf you're considering asking clients to fund the purchase of a security by refinancing their mortgage or taking out a home-equity loan, watch out.
October 31, 2009
Regulator targets use of mortgage money for securitiesIf you're considering asking clients to fund the purchase of a security by refinancing their mortgage or taking out a home-equity loan, watch out.