Practice

Robert Cook, an attorney and former SEC director, will have to help the regulator navigate complicated matters , from calls for an industrywide fiduciary standard to heightened congressional scrutiny.

Some advisers may think the regulations won’t affect them. Here’s why they’re wrong.

Gen Y clients want advisers to build portfolios with both social and financial returns, according to two recent studies.

Worthy ideas debated on the fiduciary rule, retirement prep and annuities.

“There are so many business models offering financial advice, it’s almost impossible for a layperson to distinguish between advice and sales,” a panelist says.

Despite much innovation, needs of new planners still aren't being met.

Perspectives on the state of asset management from industry leaders and experts.

Goal-planning and security are two areas where wealth management firms need to innovate most, say Corporate Insight researchers.

"Clients that are buying your services on price are clients that you don’t want," says consultant Jamie McLaughlin.

Spouses are generally entitled to Part A hospital coverage from the government program if the worker meets certain requirements.