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Weekend Reading For Financial Planners (October 26–27)

Nerd's Eye View

Nonetheless, given Kitces Research findings that being 'too' comprehensive can eat into a firm's bottom line, advisors might seek a 'sweet spot' of providing a comprehensive slate of services (but not necessarily every possible service) that are most valuable for their ideal target client. Read More.

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

Walkner Condon Financial Advisors

What does it mean to be a Fee-Only financial advisor ? Fee-Only financial advisors and firms receive no sales-related compensation or incentives. This can include mutual funds, insurance policies, annuities, and other financial products. At Walkner Condon, all of our advisors are fiduciaries for our clients.

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What does a financial advisor do? (day in the life of a financial advisor)

Sara Grillo

Here are real accounts of what a day in the life of a financial advisor entails, from real professional financial advisors. Why did I find it necessary to write about the day in the life of a financial advisor? I am a CFA® charterholder and financial advisor marketing consultant. hours of it.

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This broker vs. financial advisor debate got ABSOLUTELY crazy!

Sara Grillo

Watch as all h&#@ breaks loose discussing the question of broker vs. financial advisor, commissions, fees, value, and more! I am a CFA® charterholder and financial advisor marketing consultant. I am an irreverent and fun marketing consultant for financial advisors. This debate went psycho at times.

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Here are some examples of things Ethical Financial Advisors do

Sara Grillo

So here’s a blog about some things that ethical financial advisors do in the hopes they will serve as an example of right behavior for the rest of the industry to follow. 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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What Do Financial Adviser Designations Mean? What are the Letters after a Name?

Carson Wealth

In this blog, we’ll break down industry jargon, share what various credentials indicate and explain why the financial services industry is so regulated. . Registration Standards for Financial Advisors. The first step in the competency stairway is regulatory compliance. . Broad Based Financial Planning Designations.

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How to Choose the Right Wealth Management Firm in Kansas City

Fortune Financial

Intermediate and Short-Term Goals Begin by distinguishing between your long-term, intermediate-term and short-term financial goals. Long-term goals typically encompass retirement planning, wealth preservation and estate planning. Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA) CFAs are experts in investment management and analysis.