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Retirees who turned 70 1/2 in 2016 have until April 1 to take required minimum distributions from their tax-deferred retirement accounts.

One planner says there's no reasonable basis for a delay, while another says he can't afford all the compliance costs.

The firm's latest "industry checkup" reports declines in revenue, adviser productivity and adviser headcount.

Here’s a roundup of the best quotes and most intriguing ideas we heard at the annual convention.

Market forces have wrought changes that can't be repealed, according to champions of the rule.

Tim Sloan, who rose to CEO in October, received $12.83 million, up from the $11 million he got as COO for 2015, according to a regulatory filing.

Many seniors are unaware that Medicare premium payments are deductible, while their spouses who are still working can contribute to a spousal IRA and reduce their taxable income.

The regional broker-dealer has added at least a dozen ex-wirehouse advisers so far this year.

The firm’s equity partner channel added five breakaway wirehouse teams last year and 64 since 2008.

The new hires join the regional BD from Baird.