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Children & College Savings
What Can a 529 Be Used For? More Than You May Think
What constitutes a qualified educational expense? When that question relates to 529 savings plans, the answer may be broader than you think.
Philanthropy
How Charitable is the Financial Industry?
Wall Street has a well-earned reputation for deep pockets, but less public attention is paid to how often the financial industry reaches into those pockets in the name of charity.
Client Experience
Three Ways to Get More Out of Your Client Events This Year
Learn three ways to get more out of your client events this year.
Leveraging Technology & Data
Getting More From Data: How Advisors can Strengthen Their Value Proposition
Discover the benefits of data analysis and how advisors can use data to better support clients.
Client Relationships
Help Your Clients Understand Account Types and Compensation
With more demands on your time, having conversations with clients will be critical to determine what account types and investment plans are in their best interests.
Client Relationships
Women and Investing: Myth vs. Reality
When it comes to finances, women are more likely to experience negative stereotypes about their investment knowledge than men, according to a new survey.
Investing Ideas
An Interest Rate Hedging Diagnostic
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One of the biggest strategic decisions faced by defined benefit pension plans is that of choosing an interest rate hedge ratio.
Retirement
Approaching Retirement: 3 Smart Money Moves in Your 50s
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After you turn the big 5-0, you need to get serious about retirement planning. Here are three things to do now to prepare for a brighter future for yourself and your loved ones.
Children & College Savings
Making the Case for College Savings
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American Funds provides resources to answer common client concerns and demonstrate how a 529 plan can help your clients pursue their college-savings goals.
Business Development
The Four Fatal Assumptions We've Heard in 20 Years of Practice Management
Avoid falling prey to four of the most shortsighted assumptions many advisors make—and which Russell believes prohibit them from reaching their full potential.