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DOL Fiduciary Rule
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The DOL Fiduciary Rule is a U.S. Department of Labor regulation that requires financial advisors and brokers who provide investment advice on retirement accounts (like IRAs and 401(k)s) to act in their clients’ best interests. It expands the definition of “fiduciary” under ERISA, aiming to reduce conflicts of interest, increase transparency, and protect investors from biased advice driven by commissions or fees.
Fiduciary Fallout: 1 in 2 Believe All Advisors Must Act in ‘Best Interest’
The on-again, off-again Department of Labor fiduciary rule fiasco of 2018 seems to have fed public misconceptions about…
DOL to Introduce New Fiduciary Rule
DOL fiduciary rule faces revival in 2019 as the Department considers new regulations after court vacated the prior definition.
The DOL Fiduciary Rule is Officially Dead
After all the back-and-forth, public comments, lawsuits, time, money and resources, the Department of Labor’s fiduciary rule is…
Fifth Circuit Court Denies Fiduciary Reboot Request
Fiduciary Rule Court Decision marks the end as the Fifth Circuit denies revival, shaping future financial regulations.
Why SEC Fiduciary Rule Reg Sounds Right
We’re not crazy enough to argue against the DOL’s fiduciary rule (or at least a rule), but is there a better way, one that more successfully satisfies key stakeholders?
Fake News Hits Fiduciary Fight
Fake fiduciary rule comments raise concerns as investigative reports uncover fraudulent postings on federal websites.
Senate Confirms Rutledge to Key Department of Labor Post
On Thursday, the full Senate confirmed Preston Rutledge to serve as Assistant Secretary for the Employee Benefits Security Administration.…
The Real Cost of HSA Investment Fees
HSA fees differ from 401(k) plans, but the tax advantages often outweigh costs. Learn why HSAs may be smarter for long-term growth.
401k Fiduciary Rule Gets Final Review Before Friday Fanfare
Labor Secretary Alexander Acosta announced Wednesday that the Office of Management and Budget put out a request for information…
Fred Reish: One Major 401(k) Rollover Concern
Fred Reish discusses fiduciary rule's impact on rollovers at FI 360, emphasizing advisors' duty to ensure client benefits.