Portfolio

The Internal Revenue Service has issued 2014-54 to simplify the process for 401(k) participants who convert their after-tax contributions to a Roth IRA; Plus, the basic rules for calculating, withdrawing RMDs from retirement plans.

Advisor interest in alternative investment training is booming as they seek to better explain and sell their clients on alt offerings.

By taking a 6.3% stake in LPL, activist investor Marcato Capital is expected to push for big changes, as it has at public companies such as BNY Mellon and Sotheby's.

The heart of the initiative is helping the apprentices build up their own books of business by emphasizing prospecting skills – including cold calling.

Advisors can get a leg up with a deeper understanding of the correlation between oil prices and natural resources funds.

United Capital plans for a white label version of its financial life management platform and the firm will be announcing an acquisition of a robo solution in the fourth quarter.

Understanding the valuation of your firm can help identify areas of improvement, especially if you are considering selling. Here are some key insights to consider.

Commentary: The first wave of robo advisors went too far in denying any impact from volatility – which is just plain incredible, writes Daniel Satchkov, president of risk modeling firm RiXtrema.

People are less likely to save more in their 401(k) plans when they learn they lag behind their peers in retirement saving; Plus, six annuity fees advisors and their clients should know about.

Funds would have to maintain a minimum cushion of cash or cash-like investments that can be sold within three days. Funds also could charge investors who pull their money on days of elevated withdrawals.