Veteran financial services industry journalist Brian Anderson joined 401(k) Specialist as Managing Editor in January 2019. He has led editorial content for a variety of well-known properties including Insurance Forums, Life Insurance Selling, National Underwriter Life & Health, and Senior Market Advisor. He has always maintained a focus on providing readers with timely, useful information intended to help them build their business.
SEC on Form CRS: Keep it Clear and Simple
An SEC committee warns that client relationship summary compliance improvement appears to be needed, and offers guidance in a variety of areas
Trump Appointee Elad Roisman Resigning as SEC Commissioner
Commissioner increasingly opposed Chairman Gary Gensler’s agenda “for plans to redo recently completed rules, add new regulatory obligations, and constrain investor choice.”
FSOC: Climate Change an ‘Emerging Threat’ to Financial System
Council released its annual report Friday, which also highlights recommendations to strengthen regulation of cryptocurrency and cybersecurity, among other topics
4 Very Different ‘No. 1 Places to Retire’
Time for a little retirement daydreaming as we explore the top spots to retire according to new research from a variety of sources—two in the states, and two on distant shores
‘Collective Defined Contribution’ Plans Set to Launch in UK
Hybrid DB-DC design being unveiled in Great Britain intended to result in a better retirement outcome for participants compared to traditional DC models
New Partnership Helps Advisors Manage ‘Held-Away’ 401(k)s
Coastal Investment Advisors adds FeeX tech to facilitate management of clients’ 401ks, 403bs and other held-away client retirement assets
401k Advisors: Plan Sponsors Need to Hear Your Value Proposition
Voya Investment Management survey finds DC specialists have opportunity to further demonstrate the value they provide plan sponsors
Miami Mayor Wants His 401(k) in Bitcoin
Mayor Francis Suarez—who already receives part of his salary in Bitcoin—reveals plans to contribute to his retirement plan and eventually take part of his 401k payout in the cryptocurrency as well
Senate Dems Call for End to Retirement Plan Discrimination Against Same-Sex Couples
Letter from group of 45 Senate Democrats to Treasury, IRS urges revision of old guidance
4 Biggest Social Security Worries Heading Into 2022
A look at key factors including looming insolvency, inflation and demographic challenges facing the country’s largest entitlement program