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Three Plan Advisers on the Convergence
Three top advisers discuss the present and future of retirement plan advisement and wealth management.
2 Advisers Fined for ‘AI Washing’ Marketing Violations
Delphia and Global Predictions were fined a combined $400,000 for marketing rule violations related to their use of artificial intelligence.
Record Number of Participants Raised Deferral Rate in 2023, Vanguard Reports
On the other side of the equation, plan loans were up 12% year-over-year, and hardship withdrawals increased modestly.
‘The Year It Comes Together’: Hub’s DeNoyior Talks 2024
In this PLANADVISER interview, Hub’s retirement and private wealth head discusses plans such as rolling out a national financial coaching center for participants.
1st House Hearing on Fiduciary Proposal Falls Along Partisan Lines
Congress weighs in on the controversial proposal for the first time, with Republicans often against and many Democrats in support.
Just the facts
Just the Facts
Boomers Hold Half of the Nation’s Wealth Annuity Sales In the first 9 months of 2023, total annuity sales increased 21% to $270.6 billion.Source: LIMRA, U.S. Individual Annuity...
Conference Coverage
PLANADVISER National Conference 2023
At the 2023 PLANADVISER National Conference, held in September in Scottsdale, Arizona, advisers heard from experts and leading professionals about the skills and knowledge increasingly needed in today’s...
Lincoln to Shed Wealth Division With Sale to Osaic
Lincoln has agreed to sell its $108 billion wealth management business to focus on workplace and insurance services and products.
Would DOL’s Fiduciary Proposal Help or Hinder Coverage Gap?
Dissenters say the DOL’s proposed amendments would reduce access to needed retirement products.
Conservative Justices Leaning Against SEC in Administrative Proceeding Case
A ruling against the regulator could limit its ability to bring and win enforcement cases against advisers.
Total Annuity Sales Jump 11%, Poised to Break Annual Record
Retail annuity sales hit $89.4 billion in Q3, while deferred income annuity sales reached $950 million, according to LIMRA.
Cover Story
At the Core
The adviser’s essential role is to help clients meet their fiduciary obligations.
67% of Small Businesses Expect Revenue Gains
That makes it an ideal time for these employers to consider adding or enhancing workplace retirement plans, according to a Bank of America expert.
Ascensus Hits $1B AUA in PEPs, Showing Continued Adoption
The firm cites almost 650 employers in their pooled employer plans; meanwhile, Ameritas is launching a 403(b)-specific offering.
When Attorney-Client Privilege Applies Under ERISA
If communications concern plan assets, they may be discoverable during litigation.
Affiliation Benefits Abound, but Independence Still Has Merits, Say Advisers Who Have Done Both
Many plan advisers have moved to affiliate models for reasons ranging from client service to career pathing, said advisers at the 2023 PLANADVISER National Conference.
Are You Ready for Class Action Health Care Plan Fee Litigation?
Joanne Roskey, a former DOL solicitor and current ERISA attorney, discusses how to prepare for the likely wave of litigation coming for health care plan fiduciaries and service...
Adviser Product Partnerships – 8/30/23
IPX Retirement partners with benefits provider and advisory on plan solutions; FIDx adviser partnerships lead to $1B in annuity contracts; Integrity partners with Community Care Agency on benefits...
SEC Reopens Comment Period for RIA Investment Custody Rule
The regulator also announced a new proposal to increase transparency and disclosures for private fund managers such as private equity and hedge funds.