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11/07/2025

Court Rejects Part of Frozen DOL Rollover Rule

The judge accepted the argument that one rollover transaction cannot start an "ongoing advice relationship."

11/07/2025

When a Client's Child Gets Married, It's Time to Talk

Planning around the happy day presents an opportunity to include adult children in the advisor-client relationship.

11/07/2025

Older Men Are Doing This One Unexpected Thing

Many older women are doing the same, according to new MIB Group life insurance application activity data.

11/07/2025

Trump Will Make Orthodox Choice for Fed Chief: PIMCO Bond Chief

Powell isn’t due to bow out until May, but the president has indicated he has various candidates in mind.

11/07/2025

Why the Number of BDs Could Drop 20% in 5 Years

"Clients, financial advisors, firms and the media all seem to favor the RIA model,” consultant Chip Roame says.

11/07/2025

Private Credit Lures the Ultra-Rich Sitting on $3.1T

Family offices represent a vast pool of capital and are increasingly seeking new sources of returns.

11/07/2025

Stifel Hit with Suit Over Excessive 401(k) Plan Fees, Fund Options

Employees say the average fee of $79 is 182% higher than that of comparable retirement plans.

11/07/2025

SEC’s Peirce Says Tokenized Securities Must Comply With Rules

Putting digital versions of stocks on a blockchain doesn’t mean companies can skirt securities laws, she said.

11/07/2025

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11/07/2025

7 Ways to Answer 'How Much Do You Charge?'

Advisors help clients plan for financial independence yet are often given pushback on fees.

11/07/2025

Angry Customers Report Glitches on Schwab's Thinkorswim Platform After Market Opens

The trading platform experienced technical troubles and login issues Friday morning.

11/07/2025

F2 Strategy Scoops Up Asset Servicing Firm

The deal to buy Aliter Investment Services is the firm's second purchase this year.