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Transamerica Latest to Add Emergency Savings Accounts
The solution, which aims to help employees save for unexpected events that may impact their retirement security, is being rolled out via new relationships for the firm with...
John Hancock Defeats ERISA Foreign Tax Credit Lawsuit
Though the court previously allowed class certification in the case, a new order firmly rejects the plaintiffs’ arguments that they were entitled to certain foreign tax rebates generated...
Industry Changes Reflected in NFP Business Realignment
The firm says its personnel changes will help it meet clients “wherever they are” and address the needs of plan sponsors, family offices and high-net-worth individuals equally.
Risks and Rewards of Managed Accounts
Managed account solutions may present opportunities for wealth management firms to grow assets and revenues, but they also carry risks that must be effectively managed.
Another Circuit Court Rules on ERISA Arbitration Rules
The 6th U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals has ruled that certain types of ERISA claims, while brought by individual participants, ultimately belong to the plan as a whole,...
Actuary Lawsuit Highlights Data Breach Risks
A financial services firm is accused of failing to properly secure and safeguard personally identifiable information provided by and belonging to its customers.
November SEC Advertising Rule Compliance Date Fast Approaching
Experts with the Wagner Law Group say complying with the marketing rule can be a significant process, and firms need to make sure they are on track for...
CFP Board Publishes New Book on Psychology of Financial Planning
The book seeks to help advisory professionals understand the psychology of financial planning, and its publication coincides with the first time the topic of psychology is factored into...
Industry Thoughts on Emergency Savings
The general consensus is that emergency savings solutions should enable greater short-term savings while preserving long-term investments, DCIIA says in a new report.
New RMD Rules Mean the End of an Era for IRAs
Advisers should revisit planning for those who were counting on the 'stretch‘ IRA.
9th Circuit Finds Allegations in Trader Joe’s Excessive Fee Case Are Plausible
The court sent the case back to a District Court for further review.
Edelman Launches Corporate Retirement Plan Financial Wellness Program
The program seeks to gain insight into the financial health of employees and provide them with counseling to address critical needs.
The State of Social Security: Mixed Perspectives
Experts say the uneven economic impact of the COVID-19 pandemic in some ways minimized its likely long-term effects on Social Security reserves, but longstanding solvency problems remain.
How Thoughts About the SEC’s Regulation Best Interest Have Evolved
Nearly two years into the enforcement of Reg BI, debate continues about its influence on the advisory and brokerage industries.
Biden Administration Extends Student Loan Pause Through August
The Department of Education says the extension will provide additional time for borrowers to plan for the resumption of payments, reducing the risk of delinquency and defaults after...
The Potential Impact of 401(k) Loan Default Protection
Research from the Employee Benefit Research Institute shows 401(k) plan loan defaults that occur as a result of job changes or terminations are a significant, but addressable, source...
Study Finds Advantages to Virtual Retirement and Financial Wellness Education
An increase in participant engagement and confidentiality are reasons to continue virtual meetings when employees are back in the office.
Recordkeeper for Non-ERISA Plans Added to Adviser-Focused Provider Website
Technology provider Benetic brings retirement plan service providers together on one platform to help advisers select the best solution for clients.
Judge Refuses to Dismiss Lawsuit Against DST Systems and Investment Manager
The lawsuit alleges 401(k) plan fiduciaries and a former investment manager breached their fiduciary duties by allowing a large portion of plan assets to be invested in Valeant...
Report Offers Considerations for Using Retirement Plans to Help With Emergency Savings
Roth and after-tax accounts could be used to facilitate emergency savings, with certain considerations about the cost of accessing funds and the effect on nondiscrimination testing.