Regulators also are saying plans can use last year's benefits summary templates.

Merrill Lynch has rolled out a new tech-based tool to help advisors develop a retirement vision for their clients.

UnitedHealth Group Inc., once leery of PPACAs new health insurance exchanges, is starting new plans in at least two states as competition grows stiffer in the government-run marketplaces.

A study by law firm Sutherland Asbill & Brennan suggests advisors may not want to immediately settle when regulators bring charges.