Federal Regulation
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Latest IRS Sweep of Wealthy Tax Cheats Has Recovered $172M So Far
By John ManganaroThe campaign targets high-earning taxpayers who have missed one or more tax returns since 2017.
September 06, 2024
Repealing DOL Fiduciary Rule Would Increase Investor Fees: CBOThe Congressional Budget Office examined the financial impact of a bill that would terminate the new rule.
September 06, 2024
RIA Hid Fee Hikes From Clients, SEC SaysThe firm charged $1.36 million in higher fees it failed to properly disclose, a lawsuit says.
September 05, 2024
IRS Seeks Feedback on Saver's Match Under Secure 2.0The agency and the Treasury Department want comments on all aspects of the retirement account contributions.
September 05, 2024
Trump Vows 15% Corporate Tax, Taps Musk for Federal AuditBoth Trump and Harris are ramping up their economic messaging to court swing-state voters as well as business executives.
September 05, 2024
Here's How Big Social Security Cuts Could Be Without ReformsA research group has put a dollar amount on the expected reduction per couple if Congress doesn't act.
September 05, 2024
SEC Fines RIA for Custody Rule ViolationsClearPath failed to timely distribute annual audited financial statements to investors in certain private funds, the SEC said.
September 05, 2024
California DOJ Fines Robinhood $3.9M in First-Ever Crypto Enforcement ActionThe settlement marks the first public enforcement action by the state DOJ against a crypto company.