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Does being a fiduciary financial advisor REALLY matter – or is it “meh?”

Sara Grillo

The idea centered on the concepts of simplicity, keeping total investment costs and taxes extremely low and developing a custom investment plan for each client using low-cost asset class and index funds. In early 2015, Scott sold his ownership interest in the firm. He started Firstmetric a few years later.

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This year’s Wild Crypto Debate

Sara Grillo

The idea centered on the concepts of simplicity, keeping total investment costs and taxes extremely low and developing a custom investment plan for each client using low-cost asset class and index funds. In early 2015, Scott sold his ownership interest in the firm. He started Firstmetric a few years later.

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The Importance of a Certified Financial Planner (CFP) for Your Financial Planning

WiserAdvisor

Unlike the average investor or other financial professionals, a CFP is a licensed expert in areas like estate planning, taxes, retirement, insurance, and investment planning. According to the Financial Planning Standards Board (FPSB), only 17% of consumers feel knowledgeable about financial matters.

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Crypto – just a rock, or a good investment? (debate got wild)

Sara Grillo

Wright: So if gold is something a client could be invested in and potentially suitably recommended by an advisor, what is the argument against Bitcoin? Wright argues that we could diminish any asset that way, even stock certificates. In early 2015, Scott sold his ownership interest in the firm. Gold has transaction value.

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Should you cancel your CFP designation?

Sara Grillo

A $100 increase in the CFP annual certification fee spurred an industry outcry, leading many to question whether the designation is worth it or not. According to Wright, it’s more than having to pass a test – there are CFP® certification requirements pertaining to education, quizzes, modules, etc. Are they getting a raw deal?

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