There may be parts of the SEC’s 1961 advertising rule that deserve updating. The ban on testimonials and endorsements is not one of them.
Northwestern Mutual Disclosure of Conflicts for CFPs Reveals Scale, Scope, Complexity and Opacity of Incentives
The disclosure underscores the need for CFP Board to provide additional guidance to CFPs required to manage material conflicts.
Investors Speak Out on Legacy of Jack Bogle
A first-of-its-kind opinion survey released by the Institute for the Fiduciary Standard for the ‘Friends of Jack’ reveals Jack Bogle’s principles are fixed in the American mind.
Vanguard Founder, John C. (Jack) Bogle’s Investing Principles Are Widely Supported by Investing Public, New Survey Finds
January 8 release of the survey, the results of the survey and several experts who will share their views of Jack Bogle or speak on the survey results regarding his principles, impact on investing and the remarkable story which is Vanguard.
The CFP Board Steps Up (Almost)
The CFP Board has made an important step in addressing material conflicts. Can it shadow President Kennedy’s pledge – and get to the Moon?
How Financial Planning Can Become a True Profession
by Ron A. Rhoades, JD, CFP®
There are many prerequisites to becoming a true profession. Have we satisfied those requirements? And if so – do we desire to take the next step – seeking true status as a profession through legislation?
