Category Archives: annuities

Is Your 401(k) Plan Truly Acting in the Best Interests of the Plan Participants?: Evaluating Your 401(k) Plan with the Active Management Value Ratio and Fiduciary Prudence Forensics

Posted on February 16, 2025 by investsense

James W. Watkins, III, J.D., CFP EmeritusTM, AWMA® Most pension plans use mutual funds as the primary investment options within their plan. The Restatement of Trusts (Restatement) states that fiduciaries should carefully compare the costs and risks associated with a … Continue reading →

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InvestSense 101: Assets Under Management…or Mismanagement? – Separating Fact From Fiction

Posted on January 21, 2024 by investsense

James W. Watkins, III, J.D., CFP Board Emeritus™, AWMA® The other day I noticed yet another publication announcing their list of top investment advisors.  I always enjoy reviewing such lists, not so much for who is on the list, but rather … Continue reading →

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Battle of the Best Interests: Why the Financial Services Industry Opposes a True Fiduciary Standard and Genuine Investor Protection

Posted on June 12, 2023 by investsense

By James W. Watkins, III, J.D., CFP Board Emeritus™, AWMA® Quick Answer – Because mutual fund companies, insurance companies, and broker-dealers that peddle the actively managed mutual funds and annuities they offer cannot meet such a standard. Ask yourself, why … Continue reading →

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