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Understanding the Role and Qualifications of a Financial Advisor

International College of Financial Planning

This practical approach is crucial to understanding the complexities of financial markets and client management. Additionally, ICOFP provides students with essential soft skills training, including client communication and ethical decision-making.

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Satisfying an Advisor’s Quest for Independence as an Employee

Diamond Consultants

First, UBS left the Protocol for Broker Recruiting. This action signified the firm was taking more control away from the advisors and indicating that UBS owned their client relationships when in fact, the team built the practice based solely on their own hard work. But things started to change at the firm.

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Is Your Non-Compete Binding? Helpful Tips for Transitioning Advisors

XY Planning Network

If notifying or bringing your clients with you is on your checklist, add this task first: C heck employment contract. 4 MIN READ. New year, new firm? Whether you’re changing firms or starting your own, there are many things to consider and do.

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