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June 28, 2022
Phyllis Borzi: DOL's New Rollover Rules a 'Reasonable Step Forward'The former EBSA chief says next steps should address "the glaring loopholes" in the five-part test for fiduciary status.
June 27, 2022
New DOL Rollover Rules Kick In Friday. Are You Ready?ERISA attorney Fred Reish weighs in on what firms must do to comply with the rules.
June 22, 2022
New DOL Fiduciary Rule Pushed to DecemberThe Biden administration may be running out of time, a consumer advocate says, but a rule could come out this year.
June 15, 2022
Rep. Neal Asks Government Watchdog to Study Hazards of Crypto in 401(k)sConcerns have arisen about the risks to older Americans who invest in cryptocurrencies in 401(k)s, Neal told GAO.
June 08, 2022
Biden's Pick for a Key DOL Post Loses Senate VoteThe Senate voted 51-49 against Lisa Gomez's nomination to lead EBSA, which oversees retirement plan rules.
June 08, 2022
Minnesota and South Carolina Update Annuity Sales StandardsHalf of all states have now adopted new standards based on an insurer-backed NAIC model.
June 07, 2022
How to Invest in Crypto NowFrom cryptocurrency exchanges to private funds to crypto-linked ETFs, your clients have plenty of investing options.
June 06, 2022
Debate: Are Lifetime Income Illustrations Helpful?Two professors discuss the Secure Act's requirement for plan sponsors to illustrate retirement savings as an annuity.
June 03, 2022
A Top LPL Advisor and Advocate Talks Secure Act 2.0, DOL Fiduciary RuleLPL Government Relations Council chair Judy VanArsdale, also a top-ranked advisor, says her clients appreciate her advocacy efforts.
June 02, 2022
NAIC Rejects Need for Federal Help With Private Equity-Owned Life InsurersThe regulator group told Sherrod Brown its members see more detailed investment information than federal financial institution regulators usually get.