Approved IAR CE Courses

Trust, tax, and estate planning is essential components for IRAs. Without them, significant amounts could be lost to federal and estate taxes for IRA owners and their beneficiaries. Join nationally renowned experts to learn the following:- Roth conversion strategies- Strategies for reducing the tax impact of IRA distributions- When it makes sense for a trust to be the beneficiary of an IRA- General estate planning strategies for IRAs

This microcourse provides a comprehensive review of how digital assets are taxed using practical knowledge in an easy-to-follow and useful framework. Presented in two parts, this module will provide tools and planning opportunities for both personal tax needs and as well as for financial planners working with clients.

Whether you are for or against investing in cryptocurrency and other digital assets, the reality is that your new and existing clients are already investing in this space. As a result, you need to have a thorough understanding of the tax ramifications that apply to clients who have generated gains and losses on the disposition of these assets in order to effectively deliver advice.

This course provides an overview of how tender offers work, including their required disclosures, timeframes, and regulatory safeguards. Participants will learn the rules that govern tender offers, including restrictions on trading and outside purchases, and the protections designed to ensure equal treatment for shareholders. The course equips IARs to better understand the mechanics, risks, and fiduciary considerations surrounding tender offer activity.

In November 2022, the U.S. Securities & Exchange Commission passed Rule 206(4)-1, whichmerged the former Advertisement Rule from 1961 and the former Solicitor Rule from 1979. Thespeakers will discuss the important components and requirements when allowing Testimonials &Endorsements as they relate to investment adviser firms. Participants will gain an understanding ofhow to implement effective policies and procedures and what steps should be taken to supervise,train and monitor such Testimonials & Endorsements.

This is a continuing education course that covers all aspects of Individual Retirement Accounts. The course is designed to help the financial advisor or insurance professional benefit the client with more in-depth information concerning the history and specific types of IRAs; investing; protections; estate planning; and education.

The Advisor's Guide to Social Insurance Programs is an educational tool to help advisors through the maze of programs, rules and regulations that affect many if not all their aging Baby Boomer clients, their spouses, and dependents. The course is broken down into three sections to give the advisor an understanding of the various benefits of the Social Security, Medicare, and Medicaid programs.

This course has been developed to enhance the Advisor’s 401(k) knowledge and provide updates on the most recent 401(k) plan guidance. With recent tax law changes, Department of Labor requirements and court settlements, this course extends beyond the basics to cover special 401(k) testing rules and design options, as well as, ERISA and fiduciary responsibilities of the “parties of interest.”