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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.
How to Avoid 401k Litigation Attorneys on June 9
On May 22, 2017, Secretary of Labor Alexander Acosta confirmed something that we’ve argued since the DOL’s fiduciary rule…
May 30, 2017
‘Deep State’ DOL Undermines Trump’s Fiduciary Order: Gingrich
Consider the source and adjust accordingly. Former Speaker of the House Newt Gingrich backs something to which we…
May 1, 2017
DOL in Open Revolt Over Fiduciary Rule Delay
Russia, immigration, health care—Trump has bigger fish to fry, so don’t expect much movement with the fiduciary rule one way…
April 13, 2017
Why Choice is Champion in the New 401(k) Fiduciary World
Fiduciary rule 401(k) advisors gain insights on ERISA 3(38), compliance, and outsourcing to enhance plans and reduce liability.
March 8, 2017
What if the Department of Labor Wrote the Rules of Golf? (Seriously)
The U.S. and British golf associations recently announced that significant changes are being proposed to make the rules…
March 4, 2017
Department of Justice Tries to Postpone Trump Fiduciary Order: UPDATE – Denied
Update: The United States District Court for Northern District of Texas has denied a challenge to the fiduciary…
February 8, 2017
Dems Disgusting ‘Debate’ Over 401(k) Fiduciary Rule: Opinion
The eruption over Trump’s immigration EO has the nation’s refugee policy, airports and cabinet picks in complete chaos. Connecticut…
January 30, 2017
Unintended Results? Conflicts of Interest and the 401(k) Fiduciary Rule
We’re living in an age when an unprecedented number of 401(k) plan participants must make decisions about assets…
December 28, 2016
Calls Quickly Grow to Kill 401(k) Fiduciary Fiat
Momentum is heading in one direction, but whether it will be enough is yet to be seen. Rep. Jeb…
November 18, 2016
34 Questions, Answers About the 401(k) Fiduciary Rule: DOL
You’ve got questions—they’ve got answers. Phyllis Borzi, chief cheerleader for the DOL’s Conflict of Interest (meaning 401(k) fiduciary) Rule, took…
October 28, 2016