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Carson Group Snags $1.2B Retirement, Wealth Advisory
Oakeson Steiner is leaving OneDigital for wealth-focused Carson Group.
Vanguard Bullish on 60/40 Model for Long-Term Savers
A return to normalcy will make this time-tested stock and bond split work again in 2024, according to experts at Vanguard.
Alera Acquires Plan Advisory Fraser Group
Adviser George Fraser joins Alera as the firm continues its push into retirement plan advisement.
Saver Receptivity to Financial Advice Reaches 10-Year High
Hearts & Wallets research also finds more Americans are looking to do both investing and banking with one provider.
Delaware Expands Auto-IRA Program, Joins Colorado Consortium
Administered by Vestwell, the program will expand retirement savings access to Delaware’s private sector workers and is fee-free for employers.
What’s Driving Heightened Plan Adviser RFPs?
HR stability, along with advisory sector instability, are some of the reasons more plan sponsors are putting out adviser requests for proposal.
Advisory M&A News – 12/11/23
Hub acquires Longbow Financial Services and JRP Financial Services; CAPTRUST adds Trutina Financial; Mercer Advisors announces acquisition of Paragon Wealth Strategies; and more.
Top Performing Advisories More Focused on Inclusion
According to Schwab, financial advisories with good track records are showing more commitment to a diverse workforce.
The PLANADVISER Interview: Rita Fiumara, Financial Adviser, UBS
Plan adviser Fiumara lays out the keys for an adviser to stay in front in a highly competitive marketplace.
DOL, IRS Announce Spring Regulatory Agendas
The agendas contain important updates on fiduciary corrections and ESOP valuation.
Nonqualified Compensation Accounts Back Online After Infosys Breach
Plan and insurance accounts that had been shut down are available again, according to client accounts.
Retirement Industry People Moves – 12/8/23
Ascensus names Mehlman new CFO; Crain exits Bank of America; NEPC elects principals and partners; and more.
IRI Announces 2023 Policymaker Retirement Security Awards
Senators Tina Smith and Thom Tillis were recognized for their efforts to improve retirement security of Americans, notably through the Registration for Index-Linked Annuities Act.
Product & Service Launches – 12/7/23
Vanguard expands ETF lineup with 2 active bond ETFs; Mutual of America Capital Management expands MoA Funds availability; DFPG Investments announces launch of Diversify Advisor Network; and more.
Congress Publishes SECURE 2.0 Corrections Draft Legislation
The bill would correct errors related to catch-ups, RMDs and Starter Plans.
Voya Launches Financial, Health Dashboard
The data-driven personalization of the experience is intended to add to Voya’s employee wellness offerings.
401(k) Loans, Hardship Withdrawals at 2-Year High
Both loans and hardship withdrawals have increased to the highest rate since the pandemic, according to Empower’s annual retirement study.
Pontera Snags $60M Investment
The capital from Iconiq Growth brings the 401(k) advisory management provider’s total funding to $160 million.
Proposed Bill Would Revoke Pensions for Expelled Congressional Reps
New legislation would disqualify George Santos—and others expelled from Congress—from a pension.
Why Small 401(k) Plans Should Remain Wary of Hidden Fees
Advisers should identify key fee drivers to protect participant outcomes, particularly for plans of less than $1 billion.