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What Do Financial Adviser Designations Mean? What are the Letters after a Name?

Carson Wealth

I could also be fairly sure that Tammy is a licensed insurance agent and that she has access to sophisticated software tools and may or may not engage in financial planning. Registration Standards for Financial Advisors. The first step in the competency stairway is regulatory compliance. .

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This broker vs. financial advisor debate got ABSOLUTELY crazy!

Sara Grillo

The Transparent Advisor Movement’s mission is to promote ideals of clarity, modesty, integrity, dignity, and client advocacy in all aspects of financial advice, with a special focus on Advice Only, Flat Fee, and Hourly service models. Charles King is a financial advisor licensed in 55 states and territories.

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Should you cancel your CFP designation?

Sara Grillo

JR agrees, stating that 70% of CFP holders have insurance licenses. #4 JR asserts that anyone who holds themselves out as a financial planner, whether or they wear dual hats, or also are registered reps under FINRA, must follow the fiduciary standard. For advise on such matters, contact a legal or compliance advisor.

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Should the CFP Board police financial advisor “bad apples”? The debate continues! (Part Two)

Sara Grillo

You could also consider my financial advisor social media membership which teaches financial advisors how to get new clients and leads from LinkedIn. I hope you’ll at least join my newsletter about financial advisor lead generation. Certified Financial Planner Board of Standards, Inc. www.cfp.net.

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