Federal Regulation

Unseen Danger
Brokerage Ops Unseen Danger
New definition of “swaps” could put brokers and their clients in peril.
October 30, 2015
The Promised Land
Industry The Promised Land
As we approach producer licensing nirvana, the NAIC’s National Insurance Produ...
October 30, 2015
Don’t Ignore That Noise Under the Hood
Brokerage Ops Don’t Ignore That Noise Under the Hood
ACA focuses new attention on the full-time employee vs. contractor debate.
August 27, 2015
It’s Better Than Crack
Industry It’s Better Than Crack
Not much of an endorsement though—especially when Congress isn’t moving and ...
July 27, 2015
How Money Talks
Health+Benefits How Money Talks
Big Pharma’s hold on Congress and hidden cost structure slams your clients and...
June 1, 2015
Penetrating Healthcare Costs’ Dark Side
Health+Benefits Penetrating Healthcare Costs’ Dark Side
Employers are fighting mad about healthcare cost hikes, and they’re starting t...
June 1, 2015
When Pigs Fly
Industry When Pigs Fly
The Cadillac tax would be the first tax on employee benefits in U.S. history. Bi...
June 1, 2015
Simplifying Your Life, Not So Simple
Industry Simplifying Your Life, Not So Simple
Fighting for NARAB is finally over. Easing interstate broker licensing is near.
January 22, 2015
Are You a Bad Person?
Industry Are You a Bad Person?
Bad reputations start at the top. The crisis-damaged profile of financial servic...
January 22, 2015
Don’t Get Busted
Industry Don’t Get Busted
FATCA police begin border patrol in 2015.
December 2, 2014