Episode 96: The Ripple Effect of Regulation: How Changes in the Financial Industry Affect Consumers and Advisors Alike

In this episode of the "9innings Podcast," Kevin Thompson, founder and CEO of 9i Capital Group, discusses the evolving regulatory landscape in the financial services industry with Tracy Lownsberry, owner of Up North Retirement. We delve into the implications of Regulation Best Interest (RBI) and the fiduciary standard, examining the shift from commission-based to fee-based models and the complexities of financial advisory titles. The conversation highlights the need for transparency, standardized commission structures, and continuous education to better serve consumers. Tracy advocates for clearer regulations and accountability in the insurance industry to enhance consumer protection and advisor competence.Regulation Best Interest Overview (00:02:12) ..Personal Experience with Regulation (00:04:20) Regulation of Financial Titles (00:07:26) Disclosure Issues in Commissions (00:10:10)Disclosing Commissions from Top to Bottom (00:14:11) Impact of Regulation on Compensation (00:19:27) Fiduciary Standard Debate (00:20:38) The Need for a Fiduciary Standard (00:25:00) Regulatory Challenges in the Industry (00:26:44)Superiority Complex in Financial Services (00:28:06) Future Vision for the Insurance Industry (00:30:27) Follow Us: youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@UCw9yLfTDBAprrLWvmcT6fFA linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kevin-thompson-ricp%C2%AE-cfp%C2%AE-74964428/ facebook: https://www.facebook.com/MLB2CFP Website: http://www.9icapitalgroup.com Hit the subscribe button to get new content notifications. Corrections: Editing by http://SwoleNerdProductions.com