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Managing Compliance as an Independent Financial Advisor

XY Planning Network

Let's talk compliance. Sometimes that one word has the power to make financial advisors break out in a sweat. Many advisors—especially those who haven't managed their own compliance previously—can feel like it's the "monster in the closet." But it doesn't need to be!

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

Walkner Condon Financial Advisors

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. We do not charge a separate fee for financial planning services.

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Weekend Reading For Financial Planners (February 17-18)

Nerd's Eye View

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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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. They are compensated only by the fee the client pays. This fee covers not only investment management, but also financial planning.

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#FA Success Ep 305: Accelerating Growth Of (Fee-Only) Clients By Making It Clear You Have Nothing To Sell, With Mindy Crary

Nerd's Eye View

Welcome back to the 305th episode of the Financial Advisor Success Podcast ! My guest on today's podcast is Mindy Crary. Read More.

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Automation and Productivity: 5 Tips for Independent Financial Advisors

XY Planning Network

If it often feels as if your to-do list never ends with administrative tasks and compliance management, on top of your regular client meetings, you’re not alone! That’s why we invited XYPN members Raquel Hinman, CFP® , and Michael Reynolds, CFP®, CSRIC®, AIF®, CFT-I™ to share tips and tools they use to increase productivity in their firms.

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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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