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The Ethical Balancing Act of Outside Business Activities

Advisor Perspectives

Outside Business Activities (OBAs) are more than just side hustles for financial advisors – they’re ethical minefields that have drawn increasing scrutiny from regulatory bodies like FINRA.

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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 a CFA® charterholder and financial advisor marketing consultant. Ethics matter in financial advice! Ethics matter.

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The Significance of Ethical Practices in Maintaining Trust and Integrity

Don Connelly & Associates

Most financial advisors consciously try to do the right thing always. The reality is that advisors, through no fault of their own, sometimes find themselves in situations where conflicts between ethical principles, client interests, and regulatory requirements can create ethical dilemmas.

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The Significance of Ethical Practices in Maintaining Trust and Integrity

Don Connelly & Associates

Most financial advisors consciously try to do the right thing always. The reality is that advisors, through no fault of their own, sometimes find themselves in situations where conflicts between ethical principles, client interests, and regulatory requirements can create ethical dilemmas.

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How does this financial advisor charge 60-80% lower fees without going BROKE?

Sara Grillo

There are a lot of people who consider their fees low but here’s a financial advisor who claims to be charging 60-80% lower fees than the “full-service” wealth management firms who are his competition. What does low fee financial advice actually look like, from the inside? Does he actually do this? Enjoy the show!

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Don’t fall for the BS – use these RAW and REAL tips to find a financial advisor!

Sara Grillo

There’s a ton of bogus crap advice out there that people doll out when they are trying to convince you to hire them as a financial advisor. Use these tips to find a good financial advisor and avoid the lying grifters! I was recently featured in a MarketWatch article about how to find a good financial advisor.

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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. This can include mutual funds, insurance policies, annuities, and other financial products. What does it mean to be an independent advisor ?