Inside Information

DECEMBER 1, 2024

I’ve profiled another interesting solution—Greenboard—in this issue of the newsletter; it turns out that there’s a lot of rote work in compliance. I can envision the new client onboarding solutions taking on AI and auto-fill the paperwork from the CRM, and do a more automatic job of proposing portfolio rebalancing.

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Indigo Marketing Agency

JUNE 17, 2025

People aren’t just typing “financial planner Nashville” anymore. Getting Noticed by AI Search Tools So how do you show up when someone asks ChatGPT or Claude for financial planning advice? Your core pages need strong keywords and should hit those 600-750+ word minimums.

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Midstream Marketing

DECEMBER 10, 2024

Share important articles, industry news, and useful tips on financial planning. Always follow the rules for sharing financial information on social media. Understanding Your Client’s Unique Needs Understanding your target market and what your target clients need is important for good financial planning.

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Harness Wealth

APRIL 16, 2025

The potential for tax-free inheritance makes Roth IRAs particularly attractive for legacy planning. Many financial planners view Roth conversions as a hedge against future tax increases, considering current federal debt levels and projected entitlement spending.

Taxes 52

Taxes Retirement Retirement Planning Distribution 52

Nerd's Eye View

NOVEMBER 8, 2024

strengthened rules related to custody and outsourcing) and broader regulatory efforts put forth by the Biden administration that could also affect advisory firms (e.g., strengthened rules related to custody and outsourcing) and broader regulatory efforts put forth by the Biden administration that could also affect advisory firms (e.g.,

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Nerd's Eye View

JULY 26, 2024

Enjoy the current installment of "Weekend Reading For Financial Planners" - this week's edition kicks off with the news that Charles Schwab's latest RIA benchmarking study shows that firms saw significant AUM growth in 2023, thanks in part to strong equity market performance, but also thanks to organic growth initiatives that brought in additional (..)

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Nerd's Eye View

SEPTEMBER 6, 2024

Enjoy the current installment of "Weekend Reading For Financial Planners" – this week's edition kicks off with the news that the Treasury Department has finalized rules requiring most SEC-registered RIAs to implement risk-based Anti-Money Laundering and Countering the Financing of Terrorism programs, including a requirement to report suspicious (..)

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Nerd's Eye View

FEBRUARY 2, 2024

Enjoy the current installment of "Weekend Reading For Financial Planners" - this week's edition kicks off with the news that a Morningstar survey has found that financial advisory clients are more likely to stick with their advisor for emotional reasons rather than investment returns alone.

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Financial Planner CFP Compliance Clients 246

Nerd's Eye View

MAY 3, 2024

Enjoy the current installment of "Weekend Reading For Financial Planners" - this week's edition kicks off with the news that a recent study indicates that nearly a third of advisors in the independent broker-dealer channel have considered transitioning to the RIA channel during the past year as they seek higher payouts and not just "independence" but (..)

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Nerd's Eye View

MAY 31, 2024

Enjoy the current installment of “Weekend Reading For Financial Planners” - this week’s edition kicks off with the news that the Financial Planning Association and Money.com are planning to publish a “Best Financial Advisors” list based on advisors’ education, credentials, and experience, as well as harder-to-quantify (..)

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Nerd's Eye View

JULY 18, 2023

We also talk about how Nancy explains the value of her divorce planning work to prospective clients and what she actually does to earn her fees on a divorce case, the steps that Nancy took to begin to scale her divorce practice as she built her reputation and the volume of clients grew, and how Nancy ultimately decided that the responsibilities that (..)

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AdvisorPR

SEPTEMBER 28, 2023

Comprehensive, current, and actionable program trains members to engage with the media and use FPA MediaSource, the automated media query platform connecting financial planners and journalists. Considerations for getting ready to work with the media, including recommended material to develop and compliance protocols.

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Sara Grillo

OCTOBER 21, 2022

I am an irreverent and fun marketing consultant for financial advisors. Before we get started, I wanted to give hanks to Jonathan Grannick of Wonder Wealth , as well as other financial planners for their input. He cold called over 500 financial planning companies over a year or so to get to a full book of clients.

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Sara Grillo

MAY 23, 2022

What’s up with these “advice-only financial planners?” I am a CFA® charterholder and financial advisor marketing consultant. I am an irreverent and fun marketing consultant for financial advisors. What is an advice-only financial planner? The benefits of advice-only financial planners.

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Carson Wealth

JULY 12, 2022

We speak a secret language in financial planning. Translating from the secret language of financial planning, the sentence would read “Tammy specializes in insurance. Quite a bit of discovery from one sentence filled with planner-speak! . Registration Standards for Financial Advisors. Conferred Degrees.

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Sara Grillo

JANUARY 9, 2023

As the move to transparency in financial planning takes hold, regulations are changing in Colorado and other states. Here’s the triumph of virtue that financial planning transparency will (FINALLY) bring to planners across the country and the benefits to clients that come along with it.

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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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MainStreet Financial Planning

JULY 11, 2024

As a parent and financial planner, ensuring that we make the smartest financial decisions for our families is crucial. In this article, we will explore three popular savings and investment options: 529 Plans, Roth IRAs, and Real Estate.

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Sara Grillo

DECEMBER 13, 2024

Advice-only financial planning is fee-only comprehensive financial planning without the expectation or even the option to manage any client investments. Financial planning is offered as a stand-alone product; it is the only thing that an advice-only financial planner does.

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Financial Planning Compliance Financial Planner Fee Only 52

Walkner Condon Financial Advisors

APRIL 21, 2023

This fee covers not only investment management, but also financial planning. We do not charge a separate fee for financial planning services. What is a Certified Financial Planner (CFP) ? It is one of the most recognized and respected financial planning certifications in the industry.

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Good Financial Cents

DECEMBER 14, 2022

As a financial executive, the chief financial officer (CFO) is responsible for the financial health of an organization. The CFO role is multi-faceted and includes everything from financial planning and analysis to business budgeting, financial decision-making, and risk management. Chief Compliance Officer.

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Sara Grillo

MARCH 22, 2024

Alabama Chad Holmes [link] Flat-fee comprehensive financial planner helping baby boomers and their parents proactively minimize taxes between the two generations. Arkansas Jacob George [link] Flat-fee financial planning for Christian families wanting to make an eternal impact! Chris Shoup [link] Georgia David E.

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Walkner Condon Financial Advisors

APRIL 17, 2023

This fee covers not only investment management, but also financial planning. We do not charge a separate fee for financial planning services. What is a Certified Financial Planner (CFP)? It is one of the most recognized and respected financial planning certifications in the industry.

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International College of Financial Planning

MARCH 31, 2023

About Integrated Diploma in Wealth Management Program The Integrated Diploma in Wealth Management is designed to provide students with a broad understanding of wealth management, financial planning, investment management, and risk management.

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Sara Grillo

JULY 8, 2022

Others that require a more detailed response will either get forwarded to a teammate (financial planner or portfolio manager) who can research the answer, or scheduled to my calendar later in the day when I can focus on a response or call the client directly. Work on outstanding compliance tasks: 1 hour.

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International College of Financial Planning

JANUARY 31, 2024

These include: Financial Analysis and Reporting: Essential for roles such as financial analysts and accountants, these skills involve interpreting financial data and generating insightful reports. This specialization makes it an ideal choice for students aiming to excel in these fields.

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Fortune Financial

SEPTEMBER 25, 2023

Consulting with an advisor can help you optimize your financial plan along with identifying the impact of potential future tax changes. Conduct Thorough Research The financial industry is highly regulated, and individuals and firms that provide wealth management services must meet specific qualifications and standards.

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Fortune Financial

SEPTEMBER 25, 2023

Consulting with an advisor can help you optimize your financial plan along with identifying the impact of potential future tax changes. Conduct Thorough Research The financial industry is highly regulated, and individuals and firms that provide wealth management services must meet specific qualifications and standards.

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Wealth Management Management Risk Tolerance Retirement Planning 52

International College of Financial Planning

MARCH 31, 2023

New regulations such as the EU’s General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) and the US Dodd-Frank Act are putting pressure on financial institutions to comply with stricter data privacy and security requirements. The increasing focus on compliance has led to higher costs and increased complexity for financial institutions.

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WiserAdvisor

OCTOBER 9, 2023

The IRS introduced changes in penalties and compliance The IRS waived penalties for incorrect withdrawals for tax years 2021 and 2022, extending relief into 2023. Previously, it was believed that as long as the account was emptied in 10 years, how you did it didn’t matter. What you should do if you are a non-spouse heir 1.

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XY Planning Network

DECEMBER 19, 2022

Over the past year, we've published articles written with one purpose in mind: to help independent financial advisors be successful. 5 MIN READ. As 2022 comes to a close, we rounded up our top 10 most-viewed blogs published this year.

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Harness Wealth

SEPTEMBER 18, 2024

At this point in my career, my ideal client base is seasoned startup founders who may be on their second or third startup venture or investors in startups who need comprehensive tax planning and compliance assistance. I now hold a CDFA (Certified Divorce Financial Analyst) designation.

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FMG

FEBRUARY 3, 2023

GBP is a free and user-friendly tool where you can manage your financial planning business’ digital presence for both Google Search and Google Maps. However, they offer plenty of specific categories for the financial services industry. If you already have a Google account, you can use this to claim your business listing.

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International College of Financial Planning

OCTOBER 5, 2021

Hence, you must have a passion for finance and always stay ahead in the game.The laws, regulations, and compliance requirements concerning investment, planning, and finance keep changing regularly and you must stay abreast with them.

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Nerd's Eye View

OCTOBER 25, 2024

Enjoy the current installment of "Weekend Reading For Financial Planners" - this week's edition kicks off with the news that a recent study by Cerulli Associates and Osaic found that at a time when consumers are increasingly seeking comprehensive planning relationships with their financial advisors, many advisors appear to be overestimating the comprehensiveness (..)

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Sara Grillo

DECEMBER 12, 2022

A student of the industry, he also has the following designations: the Fellow, Life Management Institute (FLMI), the Chartered Life Underwriter (CLU), the Chartered Financial Consultant (ChFC), the Certified Financial Planner (CFP), and the Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA). Matt Pruitt, CFP®, CFA®. Doug Twiddy.

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Sara Grillo

APRIL 11, 2022

An hourly financial advisor is someone who provides financial advisor for a set hourly rate. These services often include recommendations on investments, financial planning, retirement, Social Security, Medicare, tax planning, and other wealth-related topics. Hourly financial advisors are not common.

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