The new rules hold brokers of annuities to a best interest standard and could be a model for other states to follow.

Although most broker/dealers have policies and procedures in place to address these products, firms need to improve the suitability review and add more controls around holding periods, NASAA says.

It's not as simple as it sounds to responsibly spend a lifetime of money.

Show up. Hustle. Repeat. Every. Day.

It is inevitable that at least some and possibly most of your clients will be affected by Alzheimer’s Disease sooner or later.

Firms must strike a balance between appealing to a younger generation of advisors and maintaining a level of support that allows everyone on their platforms to thrive.

"We agree with the need to strengthen the enforcement program," said CFP Board CEO Kevin Keller on Tuesday, responding to a Wall Street Journal report that found thousands of CFP designation holders had customer disputes or criminal charges on...