Federal Regulation
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2026 Social Security COLA Estimate Rises to 2.4%
By John ManganaroThe projected COLA has risen again, but it’s still running slightly below the 2025 figure.
May 09, 2025
FINRA Suspends Rep for Unsuitable Annuity SwitchesThe rep recommended that customers exchange their existing variable annuities for a higher-cost L-share contract.
May 09, 2025
FINRA Working to Modify Firms' SEC Texting SettlementsFINRA will consult with the SEC to modify the "collateral consequences" of agreements made with 77 firms.
May 08, 2025
10 Years On, Social Security’s Deemed Filing Rules Still ConfuseNuanced questions about the claiming strategy keep tripping people up, especially in cases of divorce.
May 08, 2025
Social Security Backs Down on 100% ClawbacksIn an "emergency message" to employees, the agency ordered a 50% withholding rate for retirement benefit overpayments.
May 08, 2025
Wall Street Brokers Risk Losing Billions in Fees on SEC ShiftA potential regulatory shift in favor of the ETF industry is expected to shake up the business models.
May 07, 2025
SALT Republicans Have to Accept ‘Unhappy’ Deal, GOP Chair WarnsThere will be a boost to the $10,000 cap on this deduction, but not as much as some states want.
May 06, 2025
FINRA Clarifies Outside Business Activities PlanBrokers will not be required to report personal transactions like trading bitcoin or buying insurance, FINRA said Monday.