Darrow Wealth Management

APRIL 15, 2024

It goes by many different names: semi-retirement, partial or phased retirement, second career, and so on. But typically, it means the same thing: working in some capacity after retiring early. As more workers consider the growing appeal of semi-retirement, some ask — is working part-time in retirement a good idea?

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International College of Financial Planning

FEBRUARY 23, 2024

Understanding Financial Planner Certification or CFP® Financial Planner certification is a professional credential awarded to individuals who have met specific education, examination, experience, and ethics requirements in financial planning. From a client’s perspective, working with a CFP® offers a sense of security and trust.

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International College of Financial Planning

OCTOBER 26, 2023

Crafting a Comprehensive Financial Plan:  This includes a detailed net worth statement, defining SMART Goals including retirement, children education etc., A CFP® professional will critically assess the client’s current investments, suggesting modifications to ensure they resonate with the overarching financial strategy.

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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 income In retirement, clients need to be prepared for a stock market correction every day.

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MainStreet Financial Planning

MAY 4, 2023

Exploring Retirement Housing Decisions Hosted by: Jennifer Bush, CFP® MainStreet Financial Planning As people approach retirement age, one of the most significant decisions they face is where and how they will live during their golden years. Topics Include: What are some considerations when choosing a retirement home?

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Nerd's Eye View

DECEMBER 16, 2022

Also in industry news this week: While the FPA is going full steam ahead on its federal and state lobbying efforts to regulate the title “financial planner”, CFP Board is more focused on increasing recognition of the CFP marks.

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International College of Financial Planning

JULY 10, 2023

CFP, or the Certified Financial Planner exam, is a significant milestone in becoming a certified financial planner. In this blog post, we will explore valuable tips to help you navigate the CFP exam and maximize your chances of success. The CFP exam’s content spans the entire CFP Board’s 72 Principal Knowledge Topics.

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Carson Wealth

FEBRUARY 27, 2024

By Erin Wood, CFP ® , Senior Vice President, Financial Planning and Advanced Solutions If we’re to believe everything we see in magazine and TV ads, retirement is a time of leisurely bike rides with your spouse, lunching with friends and exploring hobbies like painting or ceramics, all done in joyful contemplation.

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Nerd's Eye View

OCTOBER 6, 2023

Enjoy the current installment of "Weekend Reading For Financial Planners" - this week's edition kicks off with the news that a recent survey found that clients across several countries who work with a CFP professional have better outcomes on a range of measures compared to those working with other advisors or no advisor at all, suggesting that the (..)

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Covisum

MARCH 12, 2024

Beginning March 14th and running monthly through September, Founder and President of Covisum Joe Elsasser, CFP ® will be presenting a 7-part webinar series, Retirement Delivered , showcasing the framework that top advisors are using to deliver dramatic value to clients, grow their practices and feel good about the impact they make in their client’s (..)

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Covisum

NOVEMBER 21, 2023

In the dynamic landscape of retirement planning, the article " Managing Taxes in Retirement using the Effective Marginal Tax Rate " published in Advisor Perspectives by Dr. Wade Pfau and Joe Elsasser, CFP(R), provides valuable insights into tax-efficient distribution strategies. Read on for a summary of the article.

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International College of Financial Planning

JUNE 10, 2022

CFP, also known as Certified Financial Planner , is a certification given by the Financial Planning Standards Board (FPSB) to professionals who wish to take up financial planning. CFP Certification is the certification globally in the field of Financial Planning, with over 2,00,000 plus Certificants. CFP Course Study at ICOFP : .

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Your Richest Life

APRIL 15, 2024

Do you have a plan in place for your retirement? For many people, the extent of their retirement planning includes signing up for the plan at work – which is often more of a starting point than a comprehensive retirement plan. Contributions to a 457(b) plan are tax-deferred, and so are the earnings on the retirement money.

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Tobias Financial

AUGUST 18, 2023

introduced fresh opportunities for retirement savings, but it also brought along some potential challenges that could catch savers off guard. Our CEO Marianela Collado , CPA/PFS, CFP®, CDS® was recently quoted in NerdWallet, discussing the changes introduced by Secure Act 2.0 The recent passage of the Secure Act 2.0

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Abnormal Returns

OCTOBER 9, 2023

Podcasts Dan Haylett talks with George Kinder on the true impact of Life Planning on retirement. advisorperspectives.com) How to choose a CFP exam study program. humansvsretirement.com) Daniel Crosby talks financial wellness and therapy with Amanda Clayman. advisorperspectives.com) What does comprehensive financial planning entail?

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Darrow Wealth Management

NOVEMBER 20, 2023

If you think retirement planning moves stop at retirement, think again. Although it won’t make sense in every situation, retirement can be a unique opportunity for Roth conversions for some investors. For high earners, converting an IRA to a Roth IRA while you’re still working could be the worst time of all.

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Abnormal Returns

SEPTEMBER 18, 2023

wiredplanning.com) Christine Benz and Jeff Ptak talk retirement income with Kelli Hueler, CEO and founder of Hueler Companies. riaintel.com) How to think about the math of entering a continuing care retirement community or CCRC. investmentnews.com) Part one of a series on how to pass the CFP exam. alphaarchitect.com)

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Nerd's Eye View

FEBRUARY 10, 2023

Enjoy the current installment of “Weekend Reading For Financial Planners” - this week’s edition kicks off with the news that according to CFP Board leaders, “everything is on the table” when it comes to the organization’s announced competency standards review.

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Carson Wealth

AUGUST 25, 2022

How much do I need for retirement?” Your financial needs in retirement can depend on dozens of factors – some known and some unknown. One or two million dollars may seem like a lot of money to have set aside for retirement. A Retirement Reality Check. The concept of retirement continues to evolve with the world around us.

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Abnormal Returns

JULY 3, 2023

investmentnews.com) Retirement It's inevitable we will see more older workers. klementoninvesting.substack.com) The reasons why people un-retire. kitces.com) How the NAPFA, CFP and FPA define 'no fee' is increasingly controversial. (financial-planning.com) Wealth.com's Ester will help you read estate planning documents.

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Nerd's Eye View

AUGUST 25, 2023

Enjoy the current installment of "Weekend Reading For Financial Planners" - this week's edition kicks off with the news that a recent CFP Board survey indicates that consumers do not expect AI tools to replace human financial advisors, but rather supplement advisors' work.

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MainStreet Financial Planning

JANUARY 18, 2023

Likewise, you want to make sure that you are saving for your future retirement before you start to save for your children’s future. I always like to point out that there are student loans that can be used to help with college costs, but there are no “retirement loans”. Retirement is a big expense as well.

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Abnormal Returns

AUGUST 28, 2023

mywealthplanners.com) The CFP Board wants to encourage pro bono planning. taps.substack.com) Advisers Wade Pfau on why tax planning in retirement is so challenging. (riabiz.com) Charles Schwab ($SCHW) is planning more job cuts due to the TDA integration. kitces.com) The SEC is focusing on RIA marketing.

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eMoney Advisor

NOVEMBER 7, 2022

Whether they are on the cusp of retirement or living as a retiree, this is an impactful time of transition. Navigating the Retirement Transition with “Switches” Because the transition to retirement is dynamic and requires financial, lifestyle, and social choices, clients need a full understanding of their “switches” or options.

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WiserAdvisor

NOVEMBER 21, 2022

This is where a Certified Financial Planner (CFP) can step in. This article will discuss who a CFP is, their credentials, what they do, and when to hire one. This article will discuss who a CFP is, their credentials, what they do, and when to hire one. Department of Education before appearing for the CFP exam.

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Nerd's Eye View

APRIL 4, 2024

Advisor Metrics, Cerulli Associates predicts that 37.5% (or nearly 110,000) of financial advisors will retire over the next 10 years. In its most recent report on U.S.

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Million Dollar Round Table (MDRT)

AUGUST 18, 2022

By Bryson Milley, CFP, CIM One of the questions I’m most asked by retiring clients is, “How do I manage my investments once I’m retired?” A retirement investment portfolio is like owning an apartment building. And when you retire, you stop construction and begin filling the building with tenants.

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Darrow Wealth Management

AUGUST 14, 2023

Who doesn’t love the sound of an early retirement? But before focusing solely on whether you can retire early financially , also consider what you plan to do after retiring early. Retirement is a major lifestyle change. First, individuals retiring early may find their friends don’t have the same luxury.

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Million Dollar Round Table (MDRT)

MAY 5, 2024

By Clay Gillespie, CFP, CLU This is pretty simple for me: My No. 1 prospect is somebody five years from retirement. 1 client is somebody who’s retired. That’s the phrase I always use with my clients: “The big difference between you and me is you retire once; I help people retire every day.”

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Tobias Financial

APRIL 11, 2023

How much you need to retire depends on the expectations for life in retirement. Therefore, before thinking about how much money you will need, it is crucial to think through your expectations for retirement. The number can also vary depending on the location you plan to retire at.

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Darrow Wealth Management

OCTOBER 1, 2022

Is retiring with a mortgage a good idea? Retiring with a mortgage doesn’t typically pose a financial risk, and at times it’s the best financial decision. But paying off a mortgage before retirement has upsides also. Here’s when it may – and may not – make sense to pay off a mortgage before retiring.

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Covisum

MARCH 20, 2024

Covisum® Founder and President, Joe Elsasser, CFP®, recently launched the first of a 7-part webinar series scheduled monthly through September. The series focuses on highlighting the framework used by top advisors to grow their practices by delivering dramatic value to their clients.

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Darrow Wealth Management

DECEMBER 23, 2022

Congress is once again poised to make sweeping changes to the retirement and tax rules in the last two weeks of the year. retirement changes. retirement changes. In the new bill, the age when retirees must begin drawing from non-Roth tax-deferred retirement accounts would increase to 73 in 2023 and 75 in 2033.

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Zoe Financial

MARCH 22, 2023

What comes to mind when thinking about retirement? By understanding the inner workings of retirement income, you can enjoy retirement without worrying about finances. The starting point is understanding your retirement needs and how you’ll pay for them. Or laughing and sharing stories with your family?

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Nerd's Eye View

APRIL 28, 2023

House of Representatives committee this week approved legislation that would expand the pool of individuals who would qualify as accredited investors able to access certain private offerings Proposed bipartisan legislation would allow individuals to use funds in 529 plans for expenses associated with acquiring or maintaining postsecondary credentials, (..)

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Investing Caffeine

MAY 3, 2023

These are all interesting and important questions, but preparation for retirement is much more important than panicking over issues you have no control over. For many investors, however, the more important questions to ask and answer relate to your retirement strategy. Risk Tolerance: What is your asset allocation?

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Nerd's Eye View

OCTOBER 27, 2023

Enjoy the current installment of "Weekend Reading For Financial Planners" - this week's edition kicks off with the news that the shift in financial advice from pure investment management to comprehensive financial planning continues, with more individuals becoming CFP professionals than CFAs in the past few years as consumers increasing the diversity (..)

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