Nerd's Eye View

JUNE 9, 2025

2025 has had a tumultuous start for most advisory firms, as tariffs-driven market volatility has increased client anxiety and the amount of required hand-holding, forcing advisory firms to manage their own expenses a bit more closely in the face of greater revenue uncertainty. Read More.

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Nerd's Eye View

OCTOBER 27, 2023

Enjoy the current installment of "Weekend Reading For Financial Planners" - this week's edition kicks off with the news that the shift in financial advice from pure investment management to comprehensive financial planning continues, with more individuals becoming CFP professionals than CFAs in the past few years as consumers increasing the diversity (..)

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Wealth Management

JULY 2, 2025

At Wealth Management EDGE , I had the privilege of moderating a panel— “Work Smarter, Not Harder: AI’s Role in Operational Excellence” —where we talked about how artificial intelligence is already automating advisor workflows, transforming client meetings into structured insights, and reshaping the nature of operational roles within firms.

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Nerd's Eye View

JUNE 30, 2025

Yet in recent months, the volatility has subsided, markets have rallied back near their highs, and advisory firms are back to dealing with the increasingly common challenge of how to continue to scale service in the face of growth as clients continue to accrue over time.

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Nerd's Eye View

JANUARY 20, 2023

While it remains to be seen whether the measures will actually be enacted, proposed measures include raising income and capital gains tax rates, instituting wealth taxes, and reducing the state estate tax exemption, potentially creating future planning opportunities for advisors with clients in those states.

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Nerd's Eye View

JANUARY 13, 2025

With another strong year in the markets, most advisory firms are near or at record highs for their revenue, their numbers of clients, and the headcounts of their teams. Which is surprising to some, given that a decade ago, the emergence of so-called "robo-advisors" was supposed to displace human financial advisors and compress advisory fees.

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Nerd's Eye View

SEPTEMBER 13, 2024

Enjoy the current installment of "Weekend Reading For Financial Planners" - this week's edition kicks off with the news that the SEC this week fined 4 RIAs for violations of its marketing rule related to their claims that they offered 'conflict-free' financial advice.

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Nerd's Eye View

JULY 14, 2023

Also in industry news this week: The SEC this week finalized a series of rules designed to discourage future runs on money-market funds, potentially reducing their liquidity risk A recent study suggests that advisor marketing messages that address prospective clients' emotional concerns, in addition to their technical questions, could be particularly (..)

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Nerd's Eye View

SEPTEMBER 15, 2023

Enjoy the current installment of "Weekend Reading For Financial Planners" - this week's edition kicks off with the news that a recent survey indicates financial advisors are the most trusted source of financial advice for consumers across generations, and are particularly trusted among wealthier individuals.

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Nerd's Eye View

SEPTEMBER 1, 2023

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Nerd's Eye View

JULY 28, 2023

Enjoy the current installment of “Weekend Reading For Financial Planners” - this week’s edition kicks off with the news that RIAs appear to be building more comprehensive and more integrated tech stacks, and are benefiting from greater operational efficiencies, according to the latest Schwab RIA Benchmarking Study, with larger firms (..)

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Nerd's Eye View

SEPTEMBER 6, 2024

Notably, while the rule will create an additional compliance burden, the due diligence advisers offering comprehensive planning services (as well as their investment custodians) are likely already conducting on their clients to create an effective financial plan could be a 'defense mechanism' for these firms against criminals looking to take advantage (..)

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Nerd's Eye View

OCTOBER 20, 2023

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Nerd's Eye View

FEBRUARY 23, 2024

Which suggests that instead of trying to go head-to-head with these larger firms (and their heftier marketing budgets) in attracting clients, smaller firms might instead demonstrate how they are 'different' by offering a unique service offering tailored to their ideal target clients.

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Nerd's Eye View

OCTOBER 21, 2022

Also in industry news this week: The wealth of those in the Millennial and Generation Z cohorts increased by 25% in 2021 and members of these generations are willing to pay for financial advice, according to a new study. How advisors can help clients review their Medicare coverage as the annual open enrollment period begins.

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Nerd's Eye View

DECEMBER 26, 2022

This year has been challenging for many financial advisors as they help their clients (and their own firms!) Yet in practice, this means that an article once missed is often never seen again, ‘overwritten’ (or at least bumped out of your Inbox!) and inflation levels not seen in several decades. Read More.

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Nerd's Eye View

AUGUST 2, 2024

market during the past decade, historical data suggest that they could serve as a helpful ballast against sharp inflation-adjusted drawdowns in U.S. market during the past decade, historical data suggest that they could serve as a helpful ballast against sharp inflation-adjusted drawdowns in U.S.

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Nerd's Eye View

AUGUST 2, 2024

market during the past decade, historical data suggest that they could serve as a helpful ballast against sharp inflation-adjusted drawdowns in U.S. market during the past decade, historical data suggest that they could serve as a helpful ballast against sharp inflation-adjusted drawdowns in U.S.

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Nerd's Eye View

DECEMBER 8, 2023

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Nerd's Eye View

JULY 5, 2024

Supreme Court decision shifting authority to interpret laws passed by Congress from Federal agencies to the judicial system could have significant impacts on regulation of the financial advice industry, including the potential for additional legal challenges to regulations from the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC), the Department of Labor (DoL), (..)

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Nerd's Eye View

JULY 17, 2023

has increasingly made financial services products available directly to consumers, financial advisors have focused more and more on the business of financial advice itself. But as technology (in particular, the internet!)

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MainStreet Financial Planning

FEBRUARY 1, 2024

Here is what makes us different: Hourly, Fee-Only Service: We operate on an hourly or, flat, fee-only basis, ensuring transparency and alignment of interests with our clients. Importantly, we do not accept sales commissions or any compensation beyond what is directly agreed upon with our clients.

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Nerd's Eye View

JANUARY 22, 2024

While this shift has enriched the advisor's role, it has also introduced challenges in aligning the advisor's offerings with the nuanced needs of HNW prospects and clients. If clients and advisors approach issues with a fundamentally different psychology, then an advisor's 'comprehensive' advice may not address the client's actual problems.

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Nerd's Eye View

AUGUST 24, 2022

Advisory agreements for Registered Investment Advisers (RIAs) contain many sections that are important both for the purposes of complying with SEC and state securities regulations, and for constituting a valid agreement between the RIA and the client. The agreement should also lay out some acknowledgments for the client to review.

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Nerd's Eye View

AUGUST 24, 2022

Advisory agreements for Registered Investment Advisers (RIAs) contain many sections that are important both for the purposes of complying with SEC and state securities regulations, and for constituting a valid agreement between the RIA and the client. The agreement should also lay out some acknowledgments for the client to review.

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Nerd's Eye View

JULY 8, 2024

Given the continuing growth of advicers who fall under these new IAR CE Requirements, the Kitces platform is not only continuing to offer IAR CE (along with all of its other CE types) through its Nerd's Eye View blog articles, but, starting this year, has also expanded IAR CE eligibility to our webinars as well.

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Nerd's Eye View

JULY 25, 2022

Yet despite this – and perhaps even because of it – advisory firms are putting an ever-greater focus on financial planning in 2022, as a way to both show value to clients in the midst of difficult market returns, and, more broadly, to help clients navigate the current environment.

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Midstream Marketing

OCTOBER 30, 2024

Key Highlights The financial advice world is changing. A strong brand identity is key to getting and keeping clients in this tough market. Websites, social media, and SEO offer great opportunities to connect with new clients online. They also need to find the best ways to connect with potential clients successfully.

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BlueMind

FEBRUARY 15, 2023

Category: Client Relations Financial planning is difficult for anyone, and even more so for someone who is a special needs person or has such a family member. Throughout your career as a financial advisor, many opportunities may arise for you to take on special needs clients.

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Hubly

JUNE 24, 2025

About Product Use Cases 🚀 Client Onboarding 🗓️ Client Meetings 📈 Investment Management 👨‍💻 Employee Onboarding Partners Integrations FAQ Reviews Resources News & Blog User Stories Process vs. Workflow Webinars Quick Video Tips Pricing Login Get Started Operations Overwhelmed by Robo-Advisors? The lesson?

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WiserAdvisor

JUNE 4, 2025

Financial advisors should take these factors into account to ensure their clients receive the right experience. This article will discuss some of the most pivotal financial planning industry trends to watch out for this year. For example, a clients investment choices should align closely with their tax strategy, too.

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Midstream Marketing

DECEMBER 6, 2024

Explore how to reach potential clients by using educational content and CRM systems. It helps them connect with clients and grow their business. You will find tips to improve your online presence, attract more clients, and create successful campaigns. Clients now want financial advice online.

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Midstream Marketing

NOVEMBER 6, 2024

Key Highlights Content marketing helps financial advisors stand out and earn trust from potential clients. When advisors share valuable content for a specific target audience, they can attract new clients and boost their online presence. Content marketing is a great strategic approach to find potential clients.

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Midstream Marketing

DECEMBER 10, 2024

Key Highlights We will discuss how to build a strong brand identity and use referrals to attract clients. Learn how to tailor your messages for different clients. Introduction In todays challenging market, financial advisors need strong financial advisor marketing strategies. They must attract potential clients attention.

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Midstream Marketing

NOVEMBER 5, 2024

Key Highlights A strong presence on social media can help financial advisors meet potential clients and boost brand awareness. Explore different social media platforms that financial advisors can use, like LinkedIn, Twitter, Instagram, and Facebook. Many potential clients look online for information.

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Midstream Marketing

NOVEMBER 12, 2024

[link] [link] [link] New Financial Advisor Prospecting When You Attend Networking Functions Keep Your Business Cards In Your Car When attending networking functions, it’s crucial to always have your business cards handy. Look into digital marketing steps like boosting your website and email marketing to get new clients.

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Indigo Marketing Agency

MARCH 19, 2025

With well-crafted, high-converting ads marketing your financial advisor services, you will attract the right audience and keep your schedule booked with highly qualified leads. Indigo Marketing Agency helps financial advisors get more clients with our complete marketing and advertising services.

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