Million Dollar Round Table (MDRT)

JANUARY 14, 2025

By Jamie McIntyre, CFP It was pretty clear from the regulator that they didn’t want product to be the focus of what a financial planner or financial advisor led with. And that’s gone across into our social media communications. Lead with advice and understanding them and what it is they really need.

Financial Planner 95

Financial Planner Education Communication CFP 95

Nerd's Eye View

SEPTEMBER 13, 2024

Which means that while many fee-only RIAs use the reduced conflicts that come with the fee-only model (as opposed to firms that receive compensation from commissions and other sources) as a key marketing talking point, the fact remains that being truly 'conflict free' is nearly impossible and such claims (which are hard to substantiate) appear to be (..)

Financial Planner 246

Financial Planner Compliance Fee Only Communication 246

Nerd's Eye View

JUNE 2, 2025

Zoe Financial has announced a $29.6M Zoe Financial has announced a $29.6M Zoe Financial has announced a $29.6M

Financial Planning 130

Financial Planning Clients CFP Planning 130

Nerd's Eye View

APRIL 4, 2024

Accordingly, much of the heavy lifting to meet the demand for new advisors will likely be done by the Schwabs and Vanguards of the world, while professional organizations, like the FPA and CFP Board continue to create systems and structures that make it easier for growing firms to develop training programs and career tracks.

Financial Planner 246

Financial Planner CFP Professional Services Financial Planning 246

Million Dollar Round Table (MDRT)

MAY 21, 2023

By Jeffrey Scott, CFP, ChFC We sell an intangible asset that is nothing more than a promise to pay a particular amount at a specific point in time. We must convince our clients of the importance of life insurance in their individual lives. Here’s how we can do that.

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Insurance Communication CFP Clients 97

Million Dollar Round Table (MDRT)

DECEMBER 10, 2024

Mann, MBA, CFP I find that so many of my clients, regardless of income, have no idea how much money they are saving. By Jennifer P. Early in my career, this created quite the challenge in developing a proper plan. First, I would ask clients how much they were saving each year for retirement.

Clients 105

Clients CFP Financial Planning Retirement 105

Nerd's Eye View

MAY 6, 2024

WhatsApp ), in a reminder to all advisory firms that all business-related communication must be archived (and reviewed!) WhatsApp ), in a reminder to all advisory firms that all business-related communication must be archived (and reviewed!)

Financial Advisor 233

Financial Advisor Retirement Planning CFP Clients 233

Nerd's Eye View

AUGUST 15, 2022

Any advisor with the CFP certification can use the AGB platform after completing an online, 60-minute training session, after which advisors can set their availability for pro bono client meetings. For instance, AGB connects with pro bono clients so advisors do not need to spend time advertising their services.

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Clients Financial Advice Financial Planning Planning 240

Nerd's Eye View

JULY 8, 2024

Additionally, the upcoming Kitces Value Summit, coming December 12 , 2024, will tackle how real advisors provide and communicate their ongoing value to their clients. Along with the expanded CE offerings, we've also been reinvesting heavily into making the Kitces platform easier to use.

Ethics 239

Ethics Education Financial Advice Communication 239

Nerd's Eye View

AUGUST 15, 2022

Any advisor with the CFP certification can use the AGB platform after completing an online, 60-minute training session, after which advisors can set their availability for pro bono client meetings. For instance, AGB connects with pro bono clients so advisors do not need to spend time advertising their services.

Clients 227

Clients Financial Advice Financial Planning Planning 227

Million Dollar Round Table (MDRT)

JUNE 1, 2023

By Alessandro M.

Communication 97

Communication CFP Clients Financial Advisor 97

Investment Writing

MARCH 18, 2025

Style guidelines for financial services firms can help you to make your written communications more consistent and thus easier to read. Why create style guidelines for your financial services firm? It can be distracting if writing styles are inconsistent within and across documents published by your firm.

Financial Services 103

Financial Services CFP Healthcare Numbers 103

Nerd's Eye View

JULY 26, 2022

In this episode, we talk in-depth about how after working for years in the financial industry, Amy realized there was a missed opportunity in working with career-driven Gen X women like her and decided to focus on serving that type of clientele she knew so well, how the initial fear of launching a firm on her own initially led Amy to partner with another (..)

Financial Planner 246

Financial Planner Management Planning Financial Advisor 246

Abnormal Returns

MARCH 6, 2023

morningstar.com) Brendan Frazier talks with Ted Klontz about how to better motivate, communicate and connect with clients and prospects. advisorperspectives.com) What does the research say about CFP misconduct? citywire.com) Compliance Why compliance needs to embrace technology and become nimbler.

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Compliance Wealth Management CFP Financial Advice 144

Million Dollar Round Table (MDRT)

MARCH 11, 2025

By Rachael Wing Suet Wong, CFP When I started in the financial services profession, I often struggled and failed. I started interviewing many top-performing professionals, attending conferences to listen to their insights and blending what I learned from my CFP studies. Why couldn’t meeting clients have a system too?

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CFP Planning Clients Financial Services 75

International College of Financial Planning

JULY 20, 2022

To become a certified financial planner (CFP), you must learn about risk analysis in-depth. Here are some of the key things you learn in risk analysis under CFP certification. The CFP examination program includes eight topics covering all aspects, from the program’s fundamentals to applying skills in the real world.

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Risk Analysis Certification CFP Certified Financial Planner 52

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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CFP Fiduciary Duty Financial Advice Education 62

Million Dollar Round Table (MDRT)

JULY 24, 2022

So how can we best communicate the risk of inflation to our clients and prospects? By Richard Dobson Jr., Inflation has devastating effects on our clients’ savings and investment accounts, and advisors must help them understand why it is a major factor behind our advice to allocate a portion of their core assets to equities. Keep it simple.

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CFP Communication Clients Accounting 98

International College of Financial Planning

OCTOBER 26, 2023

A CFP® professional will critically assess the client’s current investments, suggesting modifications to ensure they resonate with the overarching financial strategy. Empowerment Through Education A quintessential trait of genuine CFP® professionals is their commitment to enlightening the clients.

Estate Planning 52

Estate Planning CFP Certification Certified Financial Planner 52

Abnormal Returns

JANUARY 23, 2023

standarddeviationspod.com) Brendan Frazier talks building communication skills with Jim Grubman. kitces.com) CFP candidates are becoming more diverse. Podcasts Christine Benz and Jeff Ptak talk taxes with Jeffrey Levine, chief planning officer for Buckingham Strategic Wealth.

Wealth Management 130

Wealth Management Financial Advising CFP Communication 130

Nerd's Eye View

FEBRUARY 21, 2023

In this episode, we talk in-depth about how after a few mentors in China suggested that Danqin look into private banking and wealth management (as they felt it better suited her than her initial accounting major), she began Googling potential career paths in China but instead came across the CFP Board website and immediately connected with the description (..)

Financial Advisor 130

Financial Advisor CFP Financial Planner Education 130

Million Dollar Round Table (MDRT)

MAY 11, 2023

Instead, communicate like some of the most successful leaders and companies. It’s important for you to have the client feel that they like you, feel that you care about them,” said 18-year MDRT member Alain Quennec, CFP, CIM , of Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada. Talk about your why. Why do you care?

Clients 97

Clients CFP Communication Marketing 97

Indigo Marketing Agency

MARCH 6, 2023

About Larry Lawrence “Larry” Sprung, CFP®, is the founder and wealth advisor at Mitlin Financial, Inc. How Indigo Can Help Marketing plays a significant role in communicating your firm’s culture to prospects. Remember, your company culture is a powerful asset that sets you apart and communicates why prospects should work with you.

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CFP Advertising Clients Communication 52

Million Dollar Round Table (MDRT)

OCTOBER 18, 2022

By Kennedy Sumarlie, CFP Many people, thinking it’s easier than cold calling, begin their insurance career prospecting with the people closest to them. I’ve realized that communicating with new people is interesting, once they start talking. But does it work that way in reality? And I’ve found a few techniques that work for me.

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CFP Communication Insurance Clients 98

eMoney Advisor

JANUARY 12, 2023

Best for: All financial professionals, though most of the pro bono counseling opportunities are for CFP® professionals. E&O insurance: Yes, for CFP® pros in good standing who have completed training. Best for: Professionals with CFP®, CPA, ChFC®, CLU®, EA, CSLP®, or CDFA® credentials who want to help women. Britepaths.

Financial Planning 107

Financial Planning Planning Financial Planner CFP 107

Yardley Wealth Management

FEBRUARY 11, 2025

Mike Garry, CFP® practitioner and founder of Yardley Wealth Management, shared his insights on this pursuit. Despite already having an excellent score in the 840s, Mitchell meticulously experimented with credit card balances, payment timing, and account closures to achieve this goal. I had to hire people and create systems and processes.”

Wealth Management 52

Wealth Management Communication Engineering Estate Planning 52

Million Dollar Round Table (MDRT)

SEPTEMBER 8, 2024

Dipp Metzger, CFP, MSFS. There’s an important business process, though, that can stop them from escalating into ethics complaints. About 95% of problems can be solved with good recordkeeping and notetaking, said 13-year MDRT member Elizabeth M.

Clients 104

Clients Ethics CFP Communication 104

Million Dollar Round Table (MDRT)

APRIL 23, 2023

For Brad Brain, CFP, CLU, that means utilizing Loom, a video messaging service through which he records video updates for clients and creates the sensation of a direct meeting without actually having one. “One It’s a great way to communicate your message, and you’re killing it.’” John, British Columbia, Canada.

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Clients License Communication CFP 98

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 CFP Compliance 64

Million Dollar Round Table (MDRT)

AUGUST 4, 2024

Kobus Kleyn, CFP , Gauteng, South Africa, 12-year member . — Glenda Miro Antonio , Cebu City, Philippines, 6-year member Multiple choice Instead of just presenting one plan for a client to say yes or no to, always offer three alternative proposals and allow them to choose between premiums and benefits.

Sales 101

Sales CFP Numbers Clients 101

Million Dollar Round Table (MDRT)

SEPTEMBER 17, 2024

AI can be so useful in our businesses,” agreed Carla Brown, FPFS, CFP , a seven-year MDRT member. Timothy Daniel Clairmont, MSFS , a 14-year MDRT member said, “Now a year and a half in for me using ChatGPT, I would say the best thing that anybody can do to get started is don’t wait.” “AI

CFP 104

CFP Financial Advisor Communication Clients 104

Indigo Marketing Agency

JULY 13, 2024

Communication and Responsiveness The number-one complaint we hear from financial advisors about their previous marketing provider is that they could never get in touch. Red Flags Long response times and poor communication. Proactive communication and ongoing strategy updates are key to keeping your marketing goals on track.

Financial Advisor 98

Financial Advisor Marketing Marketing Communication 98

eMoney Advisor

JUNE 8, 2023

This could be as simple as asking whether there is anything they want you to know about their pronouns and name in your meeting request form so it’s easy for them to communicate how they want to be recognized. “I For advisor and LGBTQ+ ally Woody Derricks, CFP®, ADPA®, this is a commonsense approach. “It’s

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CFP Financial Planning Clients Financial Planner 85

Darrow Wealth Management

MAY 17, 2024

When parents communicate how much they plan to contribute early on, high school students can get a jump on saving. Communication is key As with anything in life, communication is key. Then communicating that decision to students—and why—makes a big difference when there’s thought put into the messaging.

Education 104

Education Communication Wealth Management CFP 104

Million Dollar Round Table (MDRT)

OCTOBER 5, 2023

By Clay Gillespie, CFP, CLU There are myriad ways to prepare clients for a fulfilling retirement. Clients accumulate assets for many years in the hope of retiring and living comfortably, but that’s only part of it.

Retirement 105

Retirement Clients CFP Assets 105

Million Dollar Round Table (MDRT)

JANUARY 3, 2023

Olson, CFP, MSFS Books are a source of fresh ideas that spark growth in my career as a financial advisor. And that growth happens at a deeper level when I discuss the business books I’m reading with my MDRT book club. Below are my five favorite book club picks from 2022. I hope you will find them as insightful as I did.

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CFP Financial Advisor Communication 98

eMoney Advisor

DECEMBER 5, 2022

Using communication skills derived from financial counseling , learn what would be a win for each of the partners. When working with a conflicted couple, financial professionals can employ nonviolent communication to help keep couples on the path to collaboration. Nonviolent communication was created by Marshall Rosenberg in the 60s.

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Financial Planning Planning Financial Planner Communication 73