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50th Anniversary Of The CFP Marks: The Journey, Current State Of CFP Board, And Growing The Financial Planning Profession

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So, in the late 1960s, a movement began to organize and promote best practices that would establish financial planning as a true profession. As a result, in 1973, a group of 35 planners became the inaugural recipients of the CFP marks.

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The Impact of Financial Planner Certification or CFP® on Career Growth

International College of Financial Planning

As individuals and businesses alike strive for financial stability and growth, the demand for skilled financial planners has surged. At the heart of this profession lies the financial planner certification, a credential that not only signifies expertise but also opens doors to significant career opportunities.

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How Marketing With The CFP Marks Reduces Client Acquisition Costs And Accelerates Revenue Growth

Nerd's Eye View

In the context of financial advisors, surveys have shown that CFP certification serves as an important branding signal for consumers seeking the services of a qualified advisor. Similarly, CFP practitioners were found to have a lower practice-wide Client Acquisition Cost (CAC) and greater revenue growth in 2021!

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Estate Planning Strategy: Leveraging CFP® Certification Expertise

International College of Financial Planning

Real estate planning is a crucial undertaking that every adult and family should prioritize. Engaging in this vital process is not just a mere task—it’s a proactive measure in the broader spectrum of financial planning. Collaborating with a financial advisor significantly reduces the margin for error in planning.

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CFP Board’s Fee Increase For Workforce Development: More Advisors Or Just More Sales Churn?

Nerd's Eye View

Amid estimates that nearly 40% of all financial advisors are likely to retire in the next 10 years, the need for a new generation of advisor talent is clear.

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Strategizing Success: The CFP® Blueprint for Indians

International College of Financial Planning

This blog is designed to illuminate the path to becoming a CFP® professional, focusing on the critical steps involved in the admission process, exploring the myriad of career prospects, delving into the eligibility criteria, and the future of the CFP® certification.

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What You learn in Risk Analysis Under CFP Certification

International College of Financial Planning

To become a certified financial planner (CFP), you must learn about risk analysis in-depth. Here are some of the key things you learn in risk analysis under CFP certification. The CFP examination program includes eight topics covering all aspects, from the program’s fundamentals to applying skills in the real world.