Brokerage rolling out low-cost variable annuities for RIAs; direct sales to consumers the endgame
Sammons to launch new product with large investment menu; hawking the tax benefits, not the living benefits
New Jersey governor Chris Christie does not generally pull his punches. So it came as no surprise this week when Christie slammed Warren Buffett's assertion that the rich don't pay enough to the U.S. Treasury. Christie's advice to the Oracle? See above.
Hike the rate, but allow investors to adjust for inflation; also, kill off the 'angel of death'
Actress Betty White is the celebrity pitchwoman for life settlements provider The Lifeline Program and also stars in the firm's viral YouTube video, “I'm Still Hot.”
Garden State of New Jersey no bed of roses for homeowners
Untimely passing of pop queen a stark reminder to financial planners of need to review documents; follow-through the key
Now that George Steinbrenner no longer walks the earth, Mark Cuban is arguably the one sports owner that fans love to hate more than any other.
Former veep tells advisers current administration isn't doing enough to curb spending on social programs
Companies are ignorant about charges levied by plan managers, advisers.
Now the best time for heirs to sell Apple, Disney stakes; no reason 'not to sell all of it'
Target date fund fees have been declining year by year and basis point by basis point, and more cuts seem likely
Many passing up what's seen as risky, over-hyped bet; don't want to be 'the last money in'
President calls for implementation of Buffett rule; gridlock more likely
World aghast that Missy Franklin clings to amateur standing, but sports agent says the move could pay off in the long run
Opponents -- both Dems and Republicans -- pouncing on front-runner's low tax rate; 'terrible blunder'
