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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. 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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#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

In this episode, we talk in-depth about why Mindy attributes the success of her practice’s structure to the realization that she does not enjoy selling products or investment management (or dealing with compliance that goes with them) and could more efficiently scale with an advice-only approach to one-year financial planning engagements that (..)

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Weekend Reading For Financial Planners (February 17-18)

Nerd's Eye View

Which suggests that while advisors might be hesitant to publish their fees on their website before being able to meet face-to-face with prospects, doing so (and linking the fees to the value proposition they offer their ideal clients) could help certain consumers overcome their reluctance and start the process to becoming clients!

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Weekend Reading For Financial Planners (February 10-11)

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 recent survey sponsored by CFP Board demonstrates the upsides of a career in financial planning, from a median salary of nearly $200,000 to flexible work schedules and a strong sense of purpose among advisors.

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Franklin Gay Receives the 2024 NAPFA New Professional Award

Tobias Financial

We are thrilled to announce that our Wealth Advisor, Franklin Gay, CFP®, EA, has been honored with the 2024 New Professional Award by the National Association of Personal Financial Advisors (NAPFA)! This award recognizes the achievements and contributions to the profession of young practitioner members of the Association.

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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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I’m ‘Clueless’ About Investing And ‘Don’t Know Where To Start’. I’m Considering A Financial Advisor, But Is It Really Worth The Money?

Tobias Financial

In a recent MarketWatch article, our CEO Marianela Collado, CPA/PFS, CFP®, CDS® offered her insights on whether or not you should hire a financial advisor and how to find the right advisor for your needs. Marianela emphasized that if you are seeking a professional opinion, be sure to look for a fee-only advisor with significant experience.