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50th Anniversary Of The CFP Marks: The Journey, Current State Of CFP Board, And Growing The Financial Planning Profession

Nerd's Eye View

In the mid-20th century, the first phone call for a person who needed guidance on saving or planning for retirement was likely to be to a stockbroker or a mutual fund or insurance salesperson. As a result, in 1973, a group of 35 planners became the inaugural recipients of the CFP marks.

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The 2024 Kenneth Black Jr. Leadership Award Winner Is Mike McGlothlin

NAIFA Advisor Today

Mike McGlothlin , CFP, CLU, ChFC, LUTCF, NSSA, Executive Vice President, Retirement, at Ash Brokerage , is the 2024 recipient of the Kenneth Black Jr. He has demonstrated his personal commitment as a lifelong learner and educator and ethical professional. Leadership Award. FSP established the Kenneth Black Jr.

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Is a Financial Planner Course (CFP) Worth It? A Comprehensive Guide for Aspiring Financial Professionals in India

International College of Financial Planning

This is where competent, ethical, and client-first financial planners step in. And for those looking to become such professionals, the question naturally arises: Is pursuing the Certified Financial Planner (CFP) certification worth it in India? What is the CFP Certification? What makes the CFP credential so respected?

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Rebuilding The Kitces Members Section And The State Of The (Nerd’s Eye View) Blog

Nerd's Eye View

And we continue to expand the types of CE we provide as well, including the ability for Canadian CFP certificants to earn CE credit from Kitces (effective immediately for 2025!), and we're aiming to offer CE for Accredited Investment Fiduciary (AIF) designees by the second half of the year!

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First Look At The New Kitces Members Section And The State Of The (Nerd’s Eye View) Blog

Nerd's Eye View

As we enter midyear, registration is now open for our annual IAR Ethics CE Day taking place on Thursday, August 28th. And yes, our IAR CE Intensives will still cross-apply CE credit for all other eligible CE types, including CFP, CPA, all the designations from IWI, College for Financial Planning, the American College, and more!

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What Do Financial Adviser Designations Mean? What are the Letters after a Name?

Carson Wealth

She reviewed two types of annuity contracts often used for retirement and helped determine which one is the best fit for her client.” . Before being appointed, that professional will have to pass one or more state insurance exams, agree to a code of ethics, and maintain their license annually through continuing education.

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CFP® Certification Course: From Novice to Expert in Holistic Financial Planning

International College of Financial Planning

Achieving the status of Certified Financial Planner® (CFP®) represents a significant professional milestone in financial services. This certification is recognized globally and showcases a deep, systematic understanding of personal financial management, including investment planning, risk management, tax planning, and retirement planning.