Nerd's Eye View

NOVEMBER 21, 2023

Welcome back to the 360th episode of the Financial Advisor Success Podcast ! Suzanne is a Senior Financial Advisor at Meridian Wealth Management, an RIA based in Lexington, Kentucky, where she oversees approximately $110 million in assets under management for nearly 150 client households.

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Clients Financial Advisor Wealth Management CFP 187

International College of Financial Planning

DECEMBER 4, 2023

In the ever-changing finance sector, the significance of a financial advisor cannot be overstated. As financial markets grow more intricate and client needs to diversify, particularly in India, the focus on a financial advisor’s qualifications have intensified.

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Nerd's Eye View

FEBRUARY 21, 2023

Welcome back to the 321st episode of the Financial Advisor Success Podcast ! Danqin is a Lead Advisor for Austin Asset, an independent RIA based in Austin, Texas that oversees more than $1.3 billion in assets under management for nearly 400 client households. My guest on today's podcast is Danqin Fang. Read More.

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International College of Financial Planning

MARCH 9, 2024

Embarking on a journey to become a Certified Financial Planner® professional is a commendable decision that can profoundly impact your career in the finance industry. By understanding these facets, aspirants can navigate their way to achieving this prestigious certification, synonymous with excellence in financial planning.

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CFP Certified Financial Planner Certification Financial Planner 52

Indigo Marketing Agency

DECEMBER 19, 2022

As a financial advisor, your job requires you to stay on top of leading industry information, the evolving ways to connect with clients, and new strategies for managing money. That’s why we’ve identified the top 41 financial influencers we believe will greatly impact the industry in 2023. Steve Sanduski. Ron Carson.

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Financial Advisor CFP Financial Services Education 116

Investment Writing

FEBRUARY 6, 2024

“Do I need to use the ® mark with my CFP designation”? This question spurred me to do some research on whether one must always write “CFP ®.” In fact, I rarely included an interviewee’s CFP designation because space was tight. Here’s the CFP Board’s response to my tweet on the topic.

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Nerd's Eye View

MAY 6, 2024

Welcome to the May 2024 issue of the Latest News in Financial #AdvisorTech – where we look at the big news, announcements, and underlying trends and developments that are emerging in the world of technology solutions for financial advisors!

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Financial Advisor Retirement Planning CFP Clients 130

Nerd's Eye View

JANUARY 3, 2023

Welcome back to the 314th episode of the Financial Advisor Success Podcast ! My guest on today's podcast is Sue Chesney.

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Sara Grillo

APRIL 5, 2024

Question from a subscriber: “I’d like to be funny but being a financial advisor is a serious job. But there are certain stages in the process of earning a client’s trust where a leeeetle financial advisor humor can be a huge asset. Ready to evoke some financial advisor humor?

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Financial Advisor Media CFP Education 52

Nerd's Eye View

DECEMBER 16, 2022

Also in industry news this week: While the FPA is going full steam ahead on its federal and state lobbying efforts to regulate the title “financial planner”, CFP Board is more focused on increasing recognition of the CFP marks. How individuals can best harness their willpower to achieve their biggest goals.

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Financial Planner CFP Financial Advisor Retirement Planning 226

International College of Financial Planning

DECEMBER 23, 2023

A financial advisor is a pivotal figure in the realm of investments and financial decision-making. These professionals work independently or under the umbrella of financial institutions and are specialized in guiding clients through the intricacies of financial planning and investments.

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International College of Financial Planning

OCTOBER 26, 2023

A robust estate plan acts as a protective shield, safeguarding you and your loved ones from potential financial calamities. The Role of Financial Advisors in Estate Planning To fortify financial and estate planning, individuals seek the counsel of seasoned financial advisors.

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Nerd's Eye View

OCTOBER 3, 2023

Welcome back to the 353rd episode of the Financial Advisor Success Podcast ! My guest on today's podcast is Brett Danko. Read More.

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Nerd's Eye View

JULY 11, 2023

Welcome back to the 341st episode of the Financial Advisor Success Podcast ! Thor is the Owner of McIlrath & Eck, an independent RIA based in Arlington, Washington, that oversees more than $610 million in assets under management for 970 client households. My guest on today's podcast is Thor McIlrath.

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Clients CFP Financial Advisor Education 154

FMG

NOVEMBER 7, 2022

It’s an exciting but busy time of year, and in addition to getting gifts for friends and family, it’s important to think about what you are going to get your clients. Each year, we go to LinkedIn to discover some great of the best gifts advisors are giving their clients. Below are some of our favorites. What a great idea!

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Financial Advisor Clients CFP Estate Planning 59

Nerd's Eye View

JULY 12, 2022

Welcome back to the 289th episode of the Financial Advisor Success Podcast ! Kamila is the CEO and Founder of Collective Wealth Partners, an independent RIA based in Atlanta, Georgia, that oversees nearly $25 million in assets under management for almost 175 client households. My guest on today's podcast is Kamila Elliott.

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Financial Advisor CFP Clients Financial Planning 246

Indigo Marketing Agency

JANUARY 24, 2024

To stay ahead of the game, financial advisors need to link up with the brightest and best in the industry. Michael Kitces Reason to Follow: Unparalleled insights and thought leadership in financial planning and wealth management Michael Kitces, a legend among financial advisors, is an industry name who needs no introduction.

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Financial Advisor CFP Financial Services Education 52

Walkner Condon Financial Advisors

APRIL 21, 2023

What does it mean to be a Fee-Only financial advisor ? Fee-Only financial advisors and firms receive no sales-related compensation or incentives. They are compensated only by the fee the client pays. This can include mutual funds, insurance policies, annuities, and other financial products.

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Indigo Marketing Agency

JANUARY 24, 2024

To stay ahead of the game, financial advisors need to link up with the brightest and best in the industry. Michael Kitces Reason to Follow: Unparalleled insights and thought leadership in financial planning and wealth management Michael Kitces, a legend among financial advisors, is an industry name who needs no introduction.

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Financial Advisor CFP Financial Services Education 52

FMG

FEBRUARY 27, 2023

We get the pleasure of building website for a variety of financial advisors, including these amazing female-led firms. Guelich, CFP® CLU® ChFC® AEP® RICP®, and Vice President R. Steven Guelich, CFP®, WMPC®. Amy Braun-Bostich MSFP, CFP®, CFS®, APMA®, CLTC® is the founder and CEO of the firm.

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Financial Advisor CFP Financial Planning Wealth Management 98

Million Dollar Round Table (MDRT)

MAY 16, 2023

Kifer, CFP, LUTCF It’s often challenging for prospects and clients to understand the value we as financial advisors can offer them. Clients get overwhelmed and confused by charts, numbers and myriad financial choices. This is one of my favorite ideas for simply explaining to clients how I can help them.

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Clients CFP Taxes Financial Advisor 86

eMoney Advisor

DECEMBER 20, 2022

A recent announcement regarding cryptocurrency from the CFP Board provided advice on crypto-related investments stating CFPs® are neither required nor prohibited from providing advice related to cryptocurrency, but “should do so with caution.” The CFP Board stated the risks as follows in its communication.

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Harness Wealth

MAY 25, 2023

Here’s a deep dive into the average fees of financial advisors, in 2023. The primary fee structures are: Fee-only : Advisors only receive payment from their clients for the services they provide, not receiving any commissions or other incentives from product providers.

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Financial Advisor Certified Financial Planner Ethics CFP 52

Nerd's Eye View

APRIL 4, 2024

Advisor Metrics, Cerulli Associates predicts that 37.5% (or nearly 110,000) of financial advisors will retire over the next 10 years. Which, in turn, has prompted some to wonder if firm owners have a specific obligation to their profession to hire and train next-gen talent. Read More.

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Financial Planner CFP Professional Services Financial Planning 185

Nerd's Eye View

JUNE 6, 2023

Welcome back to the 336th episode of the Financial Advisor Success Podcast ! Adam is a principal with RubinGoldman and Associates, and the Founder and CEO of Asset-Map, a financial planning tool that helps financial advisors create a visual representation of their clients’ financial situation, reaching over 1.25

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Assets Financial Advisor Financial Planning Insurance 206

International College of Financial Planning

JULY 10, 2023

This blog post will discuss the various aspects of being an investment advisor in India, including career prospects, roles and responsibilities, qualifying exams, necessary qualifications, job opportunities, and salary potential. They help clients manage their financial aspects and develop customized strategies based on their needs.

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Nerd's Eye View

FEBRUARY 16, 2024

Enjoy the current installment of "Weekend Reading For Financial Planners" – this week's edition kicks off with the news that a study from Cerulli Associates indicates a lack of fee transparency represents a significant hurdle for many investors when considering working with a financial advisor.

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Financial Planner Fee Only Compliance CFP 209

Nerd's Eye View

JANUARY 10, 2023

Welcome back to the 315th episode of the Financial Advisor Success Podcast ! Lisa is a Partner and Wealth Advisor for CI Brightworth, an RIA under the CI Financial umbrella with offices in Atlanta, Georgia, and Charlotte, North Carolina, that oversees nearly $5 billion in assets under management * for over 1,500 client households.

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Clients CFP Financial Advisor Wealth Advisor 130

eMoney Advisor

FEBRUARY 1, 2023

A sense of ambiguity about the future and financial stress is taking a toll on our clients’ mental, physical, and relational well-being. And because you care about your clients, you are probably feeling the strain as you work to help them cope.

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Clients Financial Planner Financial Advisor Financial Planning 93

Walkner Condon Financial Advisors

APRIL 17, 2023

Fee-Only financial advisors and firms receive no sales-related compensation or incentives. They are compensated only by the fee the client pays. In contrast, a commission-based financial advisor receives commissions or other forms of compensation from financial product providers for recommending and selling their products.

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Sara Grillo

FEBRUARY 9, 2024

There are numerous ways to deal with this but in this blog I’m going to provide you with two non-blowoff-able ways for financial advisors to follow up with prospects. I am a CFA® charterholder and financial advisor marketing consultant. I am an irreverent and fun marketing consultant for financial advisors.

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BlueMind

JULY 15, 2022

Although the purpose is simple: to protect investors, customers, the economy, and society from financial crimes but on the other hand it increased compliance challenges for financial advisors. Following are examples of some of the common unethical practices in the financial marketplace.

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Compliance Financial Advisor Certified Financial Planner Clients 98

Nerd's Eye View

AUGUST 15, 2022

Working as a financial advisor can be both financially rewarding and emotionally satisfying. By helping clients develop financial goals, creating a financial plan, and supporting the implementation and monitoring of the plan, advisors help clients live their best lives.

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Clients Financial Advice Financial Planning Fee Only 161

NAIFA Advisor Today

APRIL 25, 2024

Richard Dobson is a Certified Financial Planner (CFP) who strives to simplify communication between clients and financial advisors. As a keynote speaker, he has provided insurance and investment advice for over 40 years. Richard is the author of Make Simplicity Your Superpower! and The Trusted Professional.

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Certified Financial Planner Financial Planner Compliance CFP 64

International College of Financial Planning

OCTOBER 26, 2023

In the vast realm of finance, numerous pathways lead to the esteemed financial advisor title. Let’s unveil the roles of these dedicated experts, who tirelessly weave strategies to illuminate the path towards their clients’ financial aspirations. Who is a Financial Advisor? Where Do They Shine?

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Certified Financial Planner Financial Planner Certification Clients 52

Nerd's Eye View

FEBRUARY 2, 2024

Enjoy the current installment of "Weekend Reading For Financial Planners" - this week's edition kicks off with the news that a Morningstar survey has found that financial advisory clients are more likely to stick with their advisor for emotional reasons rather than investment returns alone.

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Financial Planner Compliance CFP Clients 204

FMG

OCTOBER 5, 2023

It’s an exciting but busy time of year, and in addition to getting gifts for friends and family, it’s important to think about what you are going to get your clients. So, what are some great client gift ideas to thank them for the great year that you have had? 15 Client Gift Ideas Financial Advisors Can Use This Holiday Season 1.

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