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In The Long Run, Stocks Outperform Bonds… Or Do They?

Nerd's Eye View

Every document that considers the facts around any particular asset class will invariably include that disclaimer, but constructing a portfolio consisting of a mix of equities, fixed income, and other assets requires investors and advicers to make some fundamental assumptions around long-term expected returns and correlations between assets.

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Weekend Reading For Financial Planners (March 9-10)

Nerd's Eye View

Enjoy the current installment of “Weekend Reading For Financial Planners” – this week’s edition kicks off with the news that RIA clients of an insurance broker providing Errors & Omissions (E&O) coverage saw a 213% increase in claims paid in 2023, attributed to significant jumps in suitability claims (likely stemming (..)

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Market volatility shouldn’t derail retirement goals

Nationwide Financial

Different cycles of growth and inflation over time tend to favor other asset classes. Maintaining an appropriate asset allocation for an investor’s specific goals and risk tolerance is critical for long-term success. Retirement planning is a long-term process with many risks and challenges for investors.

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Asset Allocation Strategies for Better Returns

WiserAdvisor

Asset allocation is the primary building block of any investment strategy. It is the process of spreading investments across various asset classes to optimize the balance between risk and potential returns. As discussed above, it varies according to individual investment goals, time horizons, and risk tolerance.

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7 Best Personal Finance Courses in 2024 For Beginners

Trade Brains

The topics covered are personal finance & investment planning, risk, return & asset allocation, equity markets, analysis, investing, mutual funds and strategies for wealth creation. The Introduction to Wealth Management is a beginner-level course of 12 hours duration with 6 sections of 2 hours each.

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Why Certified Financial planners are the 1st choice Globally for Personal Assets Management

International College of Financial Planning

Earning the CFP designation requires a rigorous course of study covering investment planning, income taxation, retirement planning and risk management. A Person who completes the CFP course is qualified to provide financial planning services to those with a high degree of financial responsibility.

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How to Avoid Common Investment Mistakes by Becoming an Investment Advisor?

International College of Financial Planning

Investment advisors take the time to understand their client’s objectives, time horizons, and risk appetites before crafting customized investment plans. Building a Diversified Portfolio: Diversification is a fundamental principle of sound investing.