XY Planning Network

AUGUST 17, 2023

A well-known piece of firm owner advice is to “put your clients first” when growing the business. As fee-only planners, you dedicate your lives to your client’s financial well-being. Your clients are—and should be—the heart of your practice. And they’re right.

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Nerd's Eye View

NOVEMBER 28, 2022

Traditionally, investment planning has been at the forefront of how financial advisors add value for their clients. But, with the rise of index funds and the commoditization of investment advice, generating sufficient investment ‘alpha’ to justify a fee has become more challenging for advisors.

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XY Planning Network

DECEMBER 18, 2023

Over the past year, we've published articles written with one purpose in mind: to help independent financial advisors be successful. From RIA compliance best practices to using behavioral marketing tactics to get more clients, this list is loaded with one helpful resource after another to send you into 2024.

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Nerd's Eye View

JANUARY 12, 2023

As comprehensive financial planning has become more widely adopted, many financial advisors have felt pressure to find new ways to differentiate themselves by demonstrating their unique value to clients.

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WiserAdvisor

AUGUST 18, 2023

When it comes to personal finance, the guidance of a financial advisor can help you in more ways than one. These experts have the necessary financial knowledge and expertise to help you make informed decisions about your money, investments, and future financial security. Financial advisors charge a fee for their services.

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Walkner Condon Financial Advisors

APRIL 21, 2023

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. Fee-based advisors are where it can get complicated.

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Nerd's Eye View

OCTOBER 24, 2023

Welcome to the 356th episode of the Financial Advisor Success Podcast ! Sarah-Catherine is the founder of Aptus Financial, a fee-only financial planning firm based in Little Rock, Arkansas, that is approaching $2M in revenue and works with over 480 client households. Welcome everyone!

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Nerd's Eye View

FEBRUARY 16, 2024

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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WiserAdvisor

AUGUST 3, 2023

While many individuals choose to navigate their financial journey independently, seeking the guidance of a professional financial advisor can offer unique advantages that may prove invaluable in the long run. One common aspect that most individuals consider is the cost associated with engaging a financial advisor.

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XY Planning Network

FEBRUARY 5, 2024

Whether you're a seasoned pro or considering diving into entrepreneurship, we have 30 actionable tips to help you convert your prospects into clients! We understand the importance of removing the "sell" from Sales and utilizing those conversations instead as an opportunity to build stronger client relationships even before engagement.

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Nerd's Eye View

AUGUST 15, 2022

Working as a financial advisor can be both financially rewarding and emotionally satisfying. By helping clients develop financial goals, creating a financial plan, and supporting the implementation and monitoring of the plan, advisors help clients live their best lives.

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XY Planning Network

JULY 25, 2022

With regulatory changes driving advisors to rein in their fees along with clients yearning for more holistic fiduciary advice, it’s becoming increasingly imperative that entrepreneurial-minded advisors are focused on building firms that ensure their interests align with their clients’.

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Sara Grillo

JULY 10, 2023

Financial advisors are skeptical that you can actually get leads from social media. Today we’ll be talking to Thomas Kopelman , co-founder of AllStreet Wealth and you want to pay attention here because he makes getting leads from financial advisor social media look like a piece of cake! And now onto the blog!

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Harness Wealth

MAY 25, 2023

Here’s a deep dive into the average fees of financial advisors, in 2023. The primary fee structures are: Fee-only : Advisors only receive payment from their clients for the services they provide, not receiving any commissions or other incentives from product providers.

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Nerd's Eye View

AUGUST 15, 2022

Working as a financial advisor can be both financially rewarding and emotionally satisfying. By helping clients develop financial goals, creating a financial plan, and supporting the implementation and monitoring of the plan, advisors help clients live their best lives.

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Indigo Marketing Agency

JANUARY 4, 2022

What makes a good financial advisor website? We’ve worked with thousands of advisors across the country. And after analyzing data for our 30 top-performing websites, we discovered each advisor had 12 web pages in common. Fee-Only Web Page Financial advisors know a lot of jargon.

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Nerd's Eye View

SEPTEMBER 19, 2023

Welcome back to the 351st episode of the Financial Advisor Success Podcast ! Jessica is the Founder and Principal for Turkey Hill Management, a mergers & acquisitions consulting firm that assists financial advisors with the sale, acquisition, integration, or merger of their firms. Read More.

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Nerd's Eye View

FEBRUARY 6, 2024

Welcome to the 371st episode of the Financial Advisor Success Podcast ! David is the Co-Founder and CEO of Element Pointe Family Office, a Fee-Only RIA based in Miami, Florida that oversees almost $1.6 billion in assets under advisement for 50 client households. Welcome everyone!

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Carson Wealth

AUGUST 28, 2022

Financial advisors provide financial planning or investment guidance to clients. Financial advisors may work for themselves, with small firms or large organizations. They generally provide advice to help their clients pursue their financial goals. . How Financial Advisors Get Paid .

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XY Planning Network

JUNE 19, 2023

We know that well-placed marketing efforts can attract more dream clients and lead to an ease of growth but where do you begin?

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Nerd's Eye View

NOVEMBER 28, 2022

Traditionally, investment planning has been at the forefront of how financial advisors add value for their clients. But, with the rise of index funds and the commoditization of investment advice, generating sufficient investment ‘alpha’ to justify a fee has become more challenging for advisors.

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Nerd's Eye View

JULY 26, 2022

Welcome back to the 291st episode of the Financial Advisor Success Podcast ! Amy is the owner of Rooted Planning Group, an independent RIA based in Corning, New York that oversees $67 million in assets under management for 175 client households. My guest on today's podcast is Amy Irvine.

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International College of Financial Planning

AUGUST 2, 2021

There is a huge demand for Financial Advisors in India. In this write-up, we look at how one can become a financial advisor in India along with the opportunities and challenges in this career. Are you looking at a career as a Financial Advisor in India? What Does a Financial Advisor Do?

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Tobias Financial

MAY 3, 2024

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)! He embodies the essence of a true fiduciary, consistently prioritizing the best interests of our clients above all else.

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Nerd's Eye View

MARCH 20, 2023

When a prospect is looking for a financial advisor, understanding how much they will need to pay can often be a tricky proposition. Financial advisory firms have a wide range of options when it comes to displaying their fees on their website. the complexity of the prospect’s financial situation).

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Sara Grillo

OCTOBER 10, 2022

In this podcast I talk with Bob Veres about the future of the industry, and specifically, financial advisor fees. I am a CFA® charterholder and I used to be a financial advisor. Providing financial plans vs. canned financial plans with a sales agenda. Fee-only vs. fee-based.

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Sara Grillo

AUGUST 14, 2023

So we’ve got a lively crew here today to debate, does it really matter if someone is a fiduciary financial advisor, or not? I am a CFA® charterholder and financial advisor marketing consultant. I am an irreverent and fun marketing consultant for financial advisors. Let’s debate it! Let’s talk about it.

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FMG

AUGUST 4, 2022

It is with this experience that I serve clients with an eye toward delivering solution-oriented financial planning and investment results. Our top priority is helping our clients successfully navigate the pathway into retirement, as well as the life they want to live after they get there. In my case, there are two primary goals.

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Sara Grillo

OCTOBER 21, 2022

For those looking to crack in and get a job at an RIA firm and become a financial advisor – good news! I am a CFA® charterholder and I used to be a financial advisor. I have a weekly newsletter in which I talk about financial advisor lead generation topics which is best described as “fun and irreverent.”

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XY Planning Network

APRIL 22, 2024

Imagine a world where financial advisors can spend less time on tedious tasks and more time delivering personalized, high-value services to their clients. By harnessing AI, advisors can streamline operations, enhance client support, and unlock new growth opportunities.

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Clever Girl Finance

JULY 16, 2023

And that’s probably why you’re asking the question: do I need a financial advisor? Table of contents Is it really necessary to have a financial advisor? How to know When don’t you need a financial advisor? How much does a financial advisor cost? Leverage these tips to decide!

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Clever Girl Finance

JULY 16, 2023

And that’s probably why you’re asking the question: do I need a financial advisor? Table of contents Is it really necessary to have a financial advisor? How to know When don’t you need a financial advisor? How much does a financial advisor cost? Leverage these tips to decide!

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Sara Grillo

MAY 9, 2022

Here are the reasons it will ruin your clients’ portfolios and you should run away as fast as you can. I am a CFA® charterholder and financial advisor marketing consultant. I have a weekly newsletter in which I talk about financial advisor lead generation topics which is best described as “fun and irreverent.”

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XY Planning Network

JUNE 19, 2023

We know that well-placed marketing efforts can attract more dream clients and lead to an ease of growth but where do you begin?

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MainStreet Financial Planning

FEBRUARY 1, 2024

During recent conversations, I’ve come across several people unfamiliar with the concept of fee-only financial planning, let alone considering it as a feasible choice. To shed light on this, I want to articulate the distinctive approach we use at MainStreet Financial Planning.

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International College of Financial Planning

SEPTEMBER 3, 2021

When choosing this, look for a planner with an active license, one who is accredited by a board or association, and one who has experience of working with clients of your profile. After all, if a client feels that a financial planner understands him, then he remains loyal to him. How to Compensate Financial Advisors?

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Sara Grillo

APRIL 25, 2022

If I were a financial advisor wanting to grow my business, I would do it weird as hell. This blog talks about target markets for financial advisors and we’re going to discuss four examples of wild, wacky niches that have turned out to be simply brilliant for the advisors brave enough to venture forth.

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