article thumbnail

Estate Planning Strategy: Leveraging CFP® Certification Expertise

International College of Financial Planning

Their primary objective is to ensure that the assets are managed & distributed according to the wishes of the client. Continuous Portfolio Monitoring:  As financial markets are dynamic in nature, a CFP® professional remains vigilant, recalibrating investment strategy in response to market shifts or economic blueprint alterations.

article thumbnail

Alternatives Need to Become Part of Core Portfolio Strategy, CAIA Event Stressed

Wealth Management

A redesigned CAIA certification program for alternative investments highlights the need for advisors to approach the sector as a long-term, strategic play.

Insiders

Sign Up for our Newsletter

This site is protected by reCAPTCHA and the Google Privacy Policy and Terms of Service apply.

article thumbnail

Weekend Reading For Financial Planners (February 24-25)

Nerd's Eye View

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.

article thumbnail

Integrated Diploma in Wealth Management: A Comprehensive Program for Aspiring Wealth Managers

International College of Financial Planning

Wealth management is an important aspect of the financial world that focuses on managing wealth to help individuals and families achieve their financial goals. Wealth management involves a range of financial services as an investment, finance, real estate, tax, and risk management.

article thumbnail

Wealth Manager vs. Financial Advisor: What’s the Difference?

Carson Wealth

RIAs commonly use two titles for their IARs: Financial Advisor and Wealth Manager. Financial Advisors and Wealth Managers have a common knowledge and skill sets. Advisors are fluent in the world of investments and building wealth but often work with an investment team or committee in creating model portfolios and security selection.

article thumbnail

#FA Success Ep 353: Driving Growth By Setting A Clear Vision Of What You Do Best In Your Business(es), With Brett Danko

Nerd's Eye View

Brett is the Founder of Brett Danko Educational Center, a CFP Board Education and Exam Prep provider, and the CEO and Managing Partner for Main Street Financial Solutions, an independent RIA based in Newtown, Pennsylvania, that oversees almost $2 billion in assets under management for nearly 1,700 client households.

article thumbnail

Best practices for managing cash on the sidelines to mitigate inflation

Nationwide Financial

When clients avoid investing and instead hold a large portion of assets in cash or other low-risk investments (such as money markets, certificates of deposit and bonds) during periods of high inflation, it could ultimately work against their long-term goals. 4 And the nearly $4.46 trillion 5 currently parked in U.S. Cash on the sidelines.