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Crypto – just a rock, or a good investment? (debate got wild)

Sara Grillo

Wright: So if gold is something a client could be invested in and potentially suitably recommended by an advisor, what is the argument against Bitcoin? Robert Wright, CFP Lee: The list of things Gary Gensler doesn’t own is probably very short. – Josh Gonzalez, CFP Wright: This happens in pharma as well.

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What are the Different Types of Financial Advisors?

WiserAdvisor

While there are various types of finance professionals who offer financial advice and services falling under the general financial advisor category, it should be noted that they differ significantly. This article discusses the different types of financial advisors you can choose from based on your specific financial needs and goals.

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This broker vs. financial advisor debate got ABSOLUTELY crazy!

Sara Grillo

We talked about: What is the best, fairest fee model for the client? Does the way you are paid dictate how you serve clients? Are clients capable of determining when your fees are too high or should there be some other standard that fees are measured against (e.g. Does it matter that clients know the fees they are paying?

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

Sara Grillo

In Part Two of our two part series on the CFP Board, the heated debate continues. We’ll discuss these questions: The CFP Board has specifically stated that it wants the CFP® mark to be a requirement for anyone who practices financial planning. What do you believe the CFP Board’s role should be in the future?

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Should you cancel your CFP designation?

Sara Grillo

A $100 increase in the CFP annual certification fee spurred an industry outcry, leading many to question whether the designation is worth it or not. There are more than 92,000 CFP® certificants, as per the CFP Board’s 2022 measure. Is it time to say “FU” to your CFP designation? Are they getting a raw deal?

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