DOL Permits 401(k)-Affiliated Advisers to Offer Advice

The Department of Labor has ruled that financial advisers affiliated with the mutual fund companies administering 401(k) plans can offer advice. However, they must reveal the source of their fees, which will remain constant, regardless of their recommendations. If they use computer models, they must also disclose that.

The decision, however, has met criticisms for having inherent conflicts of interest, and it is possible the new presidential administration could revoke the rule.

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