Financial planning

As federal regulators consider extending bank-like oversight to asset managers, industry officials warn of adverse effects for investors.

Democrats seem to have no option left to counter a new legislative rule that would block fund reallocation to the Social Security Disability Trust Fund next year; Plus, how to undo a Roth IRA contribution.

Judge has yet to rule on board's request for summary judgment; if granted, the parties would avert trial.

Bill Gross said he was fired from Pimco, the first time he's publicly confirmed that he was dismissed from the firm he co-founded in 1971.

Southern California firm buys Moore Financial Group of Colorado.

Investors may be able to generate extra returns (without extra risk) by betting on unpopular equities. Here’s how.

Here are 10 simple steps to make 2015 a great year for you, your clients and your business.

Today's advisors must have a robust and engaging digital presence. Here are some tips to help you bring your business into the 21st century.

Increasing the amount would be an added incentive to many people such as workers whose employers do not have a retirement plan; Plus, how new 401(k) contribution limits could help supercharge retirement savings.

The new aggregator offering a succession plan is drawing from experience: "I fit the category, I've been in their shoes," says 60-year old Joe Heider, founder of Cirrus Wealth Management.

Forming a practice with your child or another family member may seem like a great idea, but experts warn they take just as much work as any other partnership.

An Edward Jones advisor managing more than $114 million in client assets joined the Raymond James independent channel.

The IRA contribution limit in the U.S. is $5,500; Canada's limit is $20,000. If an investor is willing to put away that much money, why not allow it, one write asks.

For dividend investors, who have traditionally found a haven in the sector, a plunging oil price may actually represent an opportunity.

There were four ETPs launched in 2014 that crossed the $250 million asset milestone, and five others that were shuttered, before the end of the year.

How clients can assess their financial fitness, and avoid triggering a tax audit.

Talking about dementia is one of the hardest conversations advisors will ever have with their clients, says David Gutzke, a wealth management advisor for U.S. Bank. Listen to some of his tips for helping clients and their families with this difficult issue.

The CFP Board has launched a new online portal intended to serve as a resource for people looking to start a career in financial planning.

The author and media personality merges her practice with Buckingham to spend more time on speaking and writing.

Gen X is the first group to fall short of their parents' achievement on an inflation-adjusted basis. Here are 5 tips for the oldest Xers, who start turning 50 this year.