Financial planning

The SEC has promoted former deputy director David Grim as acting director of its division of investment management.

Many clients think their workplace retirement plan is not worth it if there is no employer match contribution; Plus, how retirement plans can underestimate inflation

According to a new study, only 46% of new retirees are confident that they can afford the lifestyle they want in retirement.

The industry regulator says increasing oversight of RIAs is a "top priority" as it appeals to Congress for a funding increase to hire more examiners.

Paul Reilly describes a recent leaked White House memo supporting the DOL's efforts as "an example of biased and distorted research [that] impugns the integrity of the work our advisors do every day."

Pimco's biggest mutual fund suffered about $11.6 billion in withdrawals in January, the 21st straight month of redemptions at the strategy once managed by bond manager Bill Gross.

The $4 trillion budget President Barack Obama sent Congress would raise taxes on the nation’s top earners and increase spending for domestic programs including an expansion of Social Security benefits for same-sex couples.

Matt Lynch, a former B-D CEO, says his new boutique consulting startup will work alongside client firms through their most risky transitions.

Here are a few of the hard-fought mistakes planners say they've made, and the ensuing lessons they've learned.

President Barack Obama sent a $4 trillion budget blueprint to Congress that would raise taxes on corporations and the nation’s top earners, fund major investments in infrastructure and education and stabilize, but not eliminate, the annual U.S. budget deficit.

With gas prices declining, clients should rebalance and consider adding energy stocks to their portfolio as a way to buy low and increase stability to their portfolio.

Though the mutual fund provider will have a majority ownership in eMoney, the company will remain independent.

Wells Fargo enticed away a $700 million team from Morgan Stanley. But Wells Fargo wasn't the only winner in the battle for top talent. See these and all the latest recruiting moves in our latest recruiting roundup.

Net new AUM is a "high-quality reality check," said Paul West of Carson Wealth Management.

Many non-working spouses are allowed to have an IRA but fail to open this type of account; Plus, suggestions from experts on fixing Social Security.

High-yield funds are losing cash, yet still earning a profit. For clients willing to take on extra risk, here are the 10 largest funds in this category, along with performance metrics for each.

As e-readers have become more popular, publishing technology is now simpler, as well. Here's how to use an e-book to boost your credibility.

Restructuring a client’s investments to maximize their after-tax payoff can yield a small fortune. Start with these steps.

For high-net-worth clients whose estates top the federal exemption, smart planning matters as much as ever. Here are a few strategies advisors may find rewarding.

Couples should "practice being retired," taking long vacations and spending more time together -- but not too close to the kids.