Federal Regulation
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How Everyday Americans Would Fix Social Security
By John ManganaroA new survey explores Americans’ preferred approach to addressing the insurance program's financing gap.
January 28, 2025
Bessent Wins Senate Confirmation to Be Treasury SecretaryThe former hedge fund manager won confirmation by a vote of 68 to 29 Monday.
January 28, 2025
FINRA Beefs Up Its RILA AdviceRegulators want representatives to think about a client's age when recommending transactions.
January 28, 2025
Expecting a Social Security Fairness Act Benefit Boost? Watch Out for Tax Traps.Bigger Social Security checks are an exciting prospect, but they could kick people into higher income brackets.
January 22, 2025
IRS' New Roth Catch-Up Contribution Guidance: The DetailsHere's what 401(k) advisors and employers should know about the long-awaited proposed regs.
January 21, 2025
SEC Launches Crypto Task ForceThe group will be led by Commissioner Hester Peirce, nicknamed “Crypto Mom” by the industry.
January 21, 2025
Digital Assets, Taxes, Regulatory Pause Top New Year Focus: SIFMAThe group will advocate for maintaining tax-exempt status for municipal securities, according to CEO Ken Bentsen.
January 21, 2025
7 Need-to-Know Details About Tax-Exempt GiftingThere’s a lot more to consider in 2025 than the $19,000 per-beneficiary limit on such gifts.