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Bank of America Merrill Lynch's retirement services unit is generating significant new business, much of it from existing clients of the bank.

We're all guilty of allowing little things to distract us from what we should be doing. But the more efficiently you work, the bigger the returns you will receive. Follow these 11 rules to keep time-eating distractions at bay.

Experts predict that social media may be the next area of scrutiny for the self-regulatory organization.

Have you helped your clients decide exactly when they will retire? It can make a significant difference-down to the month-in determining how much they will get in Social Security benefits.

If your clients want to know the best way to buy gold, the answer may depend on whether they are acting as collectors or investors.

Our legal expert answers your questions about providing disclosure of potential conflicts of interest.

Are you using one of these tried-and-true referral methods to reach new prospects?

The good branch managers stand out in a crowd, but the bad ones can make your life miserable - so how do you recognize the one worth following?

Two scenarios plus a multi-step plan that enhances your ability to succeed in the competitive financial world.

The Managing Director and Chief Market Strategist for U.S. Trust discusses the Middle East and its impact on financial advisors.