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What type of financial advisor is right for you? Questions you should ask.

Walkner Condon Financial Advisors

Fee-Only financial advisors are most often compensated as a percentage of assets (AUM), though also may be paid hourly, as a retainer, or as a flat fee, depending upon the planner you choose. Fee-Only financial advisors , on the other hand, do not receive commissions and are compensated through a fee-for-service model.

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Secure Your Financial Legacy

Yardley Wealth Management

A good financial advisor can provide investment advice and help navigate the various types of financial advisors, such as registered investment advisors and fee-only advisors. When choosing a financial advisor, consider their costs and whether they earn commissions on products they recommend.

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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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What does it mean to be a Fee-Only financial advisor?

Walkner Condon Financial Advisors

Fee-Only financial advisors are most often compensated as a percentage of assets (AUM), though also may be paid hourly, as a retainer, or as a flat fee, depending upon the planner you choose. Fee-Only financial advisors, on the other hand, do not receive commissions and are compensated through a fee-for-service model.

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Mastering Finances with a Certified Investment/Financial Advisor

International College of Financial Planning

How Investment Advisors Play a Significant Role in Managing Finances? The field of investment advisory presents a world of opportunities for individuals passionate about finance and investments. Their primary objective is to help clients make informed investment decisions, manage risks, and achieve financial objectives.

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Why an Investment Fiduciary Won’t Always Meet Your Best Interests

Envision Wealth Planning

are paid through a commission. Who is a Fiduciary Investment Adviser Representative? By contrast, the term investment advisor (also spelled as “adviser” see below) is a legal term that refers to an individual or company. Some investment advisor representatives are registered as Registered Representatives.

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A Promising Picture for Financial Planner Job Growth

eMoney Advisor

There are 93,643 CFP® professionals in the United States, with 46 percent of them in the 50 and older age bracket. A CFP Board report on those who sat for the November 2022 exam showed that 68 percent were under age 40, and 35 percent were under 30. The Bureau of Labor puts the median income for an advisor at $94,170 for 2021.