Advisors are increasingly reluctant to sell during this period of disruption and uncertainty without a greater level of commitment and ongoing support from their firms.
The COVID-19 pandemic has highlighted the benefits of planning, with the ensuing market volatility easier to put in perspective when both clients and advisors view it through the lens of a set of future goals.
The regulatory agency for broker/dealers has changed language to make clear that its' rule would not apply to recommendations covered by the SEC's rule, which will be implemented on June 30.