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Examples of great things ethical financial advisors really like to do!

Envision Wealth Planning

Ethical financial advisors are on the rise and are now doing things within their businesses with the hope to serve as an example of the right behavior for the rest of the industry to follow. Ethics matter in financial advice! Ethics matter. Their status could change at any point. It’s ludicrous.

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Here are some examples of things Ethical Financial Advisors do

Sara Grillo

So here’s a blog about some things that ethical financial advisors do in the hopes they will serve as an example of right behavior for the rest of the industry to follow. I am an irreverent and fun marketing consultant for financial advisors. Ethics matter in financial advice! Ethics matter.

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Average Fees for Financial Advisors in 2023

Harness Wealth

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. Fee-based : This structure is a blend of fees and commissions. For more details, visit The American College of Financial Services website.

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Understanding the Role and Qualifications of a Financial Advisor

International College of Financial Planning

These professionals work independently or under the umbrella of financial institutions and are specialized in guiding clients through the intricacies of financial planning and investments. Their compensation often comes from (1) commissions on transactions based on advice provided or (2) fees for financial plan construction.

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How to sniff out a lying grifter in a Form ADV

Sara Grillo

Any financial advisor who is registered as an advisor with a regulator has to fill out this form for initial approval by either a state or a Federal (the United States Securities and Exchange Commission) regulator. What if you can’t find the financial advisor’s Form ADV? Ethics matter.

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Standing Out in the Herd of Predators

Inside Information

Every client you bring onboard is somebody who might otherwise have been working with an ‘advisor’ whose goal is to turn as much of his/her retirement portfolio into fees and commissions. Doctors, CPAs and (to some extent) lawyers have this built into their codes of ethics and professional DNA—and why should advisors be any different?

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Mastering Finances with a Certified Investment/Financial Advisor

International College of Financial Planning

Additionally, acquiring relevant certifications and qualifications such as a postgraduate degree in finance, chartered financial analyst (CFA) designation, or certified financial planner (CFP) certification can enhance credibility and employability.