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The Crisis at Hand

Yardley Wealth Management

The post The Crisis at Hand appeared first on Yardley Wealth Management, LLC. The Crisis at Hand At a time when many investors have become antsy about the U.S. stock market, one thing we did not need was an aggressive military incursion in Europe. But that’s what we got, and as the Russian annexation of parts of Ukraine dominated the headlines, it is drowning out any positive news about the actual companies being traded.

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Top CRM Challenges Financial Advisors Tend to Face

BlueMind

Category: Technology. According to SuperOffice , CRM solutions are becoming increasingly common on mobile devices and 81% of users say they frequently access their CRM technology from more than one device. It has been well proven that many benefits come from CRM automation into our daily lives especially for businesses where efficiency, client satisfaction, and revenue returns are paramount.

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31 Reasons to Sell Stocks… (or maybe not)

Dear Mr. Market

Dear Mr. Market: Have we started off the year with enough things to worry about? The 2020s have seen more than any horror script one would ever want to draw up. We’ve had an unprecedented global pandemic, a massive stock market crash, and now a war… and we’re just two years in! We’ve constantly reminded people that the stock market always has a boogey man hiding in the darkness.

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Market Correction: What It Is and Why Market Corrections Matter

Walkner Condon Financial Advisors

The domestic and international stock markets have started 2022 with a level of volatility unseen for the past few years. The rather benign market conditions, over the last 10 years, have lulled investors into a false sense of security and normalcy that is anything but normal. . This is completely understandable when we look at the recent history of the S&P 500, a benchmark for US stocks.

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Register Now: Sneak Peek Into Close Automation SkyStem Web Demo

Technology is rapidly changing the way accountants perform and manage month-end activities. Spreadsheets, email, and shared drives no longer have to slow us down. Join us as we present a "sneak peek" recorded demo of SkyStem's month-end close solution – ART. In under four weeks, your team can start reaping the benefits of month-end close automation by vastly reducing spreadsheets, cut down on reconciliation work, speed up the month-end close, and better manage your remote team.

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What Is an ESPP and How Does It Work?

Wealthfront

An employee stock purchase plan (or ESPP) can be a very valuable benefit. In general, if your employer offers an ESPP, we think you should participate at the level you can comfortably afford and then sell the shares as soon as you can. This strategy allows you to lock in a return on your contributions […]. The post What Is an ESPP and How Does It Work?

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5 Powerful Traits Shared by Super Financial Advisors | Hubly

Hubly

If you want to be an advisor with loyal clients and an endless stream of referrals, you have to stand out. So, what makes a good financial advisor reach “super advisor” territory? Here are five traits that can help separate you from the rest.

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Is It Time to Sell Stocks?

ClearMoney

The following is provided by Dimensional Fund Advisors. After touching record highs in early January, US stocks1 have slumped, and investors have been confronted with worrisome headlines2 in the financial press: “Inflation Hits Fastest Clip Since ’82”. —Gwynn Guilford, Wall Street Journal , January 13, 2022. “Economists Cut Back Growth Forecasts as Threats Pile Up”.

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Flexible Equity Strategy: Portfolio Manager Maneesh Bajaj Discusses His Investment Approach

Brown Advisory

Flexible Equity Strategy: Portfolio Manager Maneesh Bajaj Discusses His Investment Approach. mhannan. Wed, 02/23/2022 - 10:38. The strategy has a flexible approach to investing, that is why we have flexible in our name. We do not limit our investment universe by exclusively investing in fast growing companies or by focusing only on companies that trade on cheap multiples and are represented in a value index.

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Are You At Risk of Identity Theft?

Pacifica Wealth

Are you at Risk of ID Theft? Certain practices make you more vulnerable to identity theft. If you answer “Yes” on two or more of the following questions you are in a high risk category, and you should to take immediate action to protect yourself. Do you often receive “pre-approved” credit card offers in the mail? Do you receive “convenience checks” from your credit card companies in the mail?

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2024 Lending Outlook: Innovations and Evolutions in the Financial Sector

As we step into 2024, the lending landscape evolves rapidly with technology, regulations, and market dynamics driving change. For banks and financial institutions to stay competitive and meet the evolving needs of their customers, these drivers must be understood and engaged with. Lenders can anticipate significant transformation fueled by technological advancements, regulatory shifts, and changing consumer behaviors.

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8 Innovative Ideas for Growing an Email Marketing List for Financial Advisors

Advisor Websites

As a Financial Advisor, you recognize how important your email marketing list is to expand your business, but are you running out of ideas to continue growing it?

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The risky internal auditor

Norman Marks

Earlier this week, I discussed the topic of the risky risk officer. What is the ideal risk attitude to have in a risk practitioner? Today, I want to shift to the risk attitude of the internal auditor. Do we want an internal auditor that is so risk averse they won’t spend $5 on a lottery […].

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Innovation and Growth Potential in Mid-caps: a Conversation with John Kett, CEO of IAA

Brown Advisory

Innovation and Growth Potential in Mid-caps: a Conversation with John Kett, CEO of IAA. mhannan. Mon, 02/21/2022 - 08:12. George Sakellaris, Portfolio Manager of Brown Advisory’s Mid-Cap Growth (MCG) strategy interviews John Kett, CEO of Insurance Auto Auctions (IAA). IAA is a leading global digital marketplace connecting vehicle buyers and sellers.

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How to Protect Yourself from Identity Theft

Pacifica Wealth

The FBI lists identity theft as one of the fastest growing crimes in the United States. Over 10 million Americans will be victims this year alone and criminals are getting more sophisticated in their attempts to strip you of vital personal information. Their success can mean hundreds of lost hours, thousands of wasted dollars, and a scarred credit report for you. .

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Banking on Loyalty: Holistic Financial Advice for Unparalleled Business Growth

Speaker: Joe Buhrmann, MBA, CFP®, CLU®, ChFC® Senior Financial Planning Practice Management Consultant eMoney Advisor

During an era of evolving consumer preferences, the banking sector is undergoing a profound shift. As customers continue to broaden their perspectives, banking professionals must support their customers' financial wellness by providing holistic financial advice that aligns with individual goals and circumstances. Without adapting, financial institutions will find that loyalty may crumble amid uncertainty.

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How to Structure and Establish Pricing

AdvicePay

Without a doubt, one of the top questions we hear from advisors implementing fee-for-service is, “How do I structure and establish my pricing?”.

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Why would some investors want the stock market to go down?

Ron A. Rhodes

by Ron A. Rhoades, JD, CFP(r) The U.S. stock market was near its all-time highs in late 2021 and many analysts suggested that it was overvalued significantly.

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Global Equity Investing: Focusing on Global Leaders

Brown Advisory

Global Equity Investing: Focusing on Global Leaders. mhannan. Mon, 02/21/2022 - 08:13. The global equity universe offers a broad range of investment opportunities, allowing portfolio managers to be highly selective and pick quality businesses, unconstrained by geography or index composition. We believe that an approach that emphasizes capital allocation alongside investment selection, is informed by key lessons from behavioral finance and integrates in-depth fundamental and ESG research to focus

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Four Steps if You Become a Victim of Identity Theft

Pacifica Wealth

Four Steps if You Become a Victim of Identity Theft. 1) Report it. Report the fraud to all three credit reporting agencies – call each of the agencies below and ask that a “fraud alert” be placed on your report. When you place a call to one bureau concerning fraud, that bureau is supposed to notify the other two bureaus, but I suggest notifying them yourself to be safe.

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Navigating Financial Storms: Strategies for Building Resilient Balance Sheets

Speaker: Carolina Aponte - Owner and CEO, Caja Holdings LLC

In today's rapidly changing business environment, building a resilient balance sheet is crucial to the survival of any business. A resilient balance sheet allows a company to withstand financial shocks and adapt to changing market conditions. To achieve this, companies need to focus on key strategies such as maintaining adequate liquidity, managing debt levels, diversifying revenue streams, and prioritizing profitability over growth.

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Understanding ancillary funds

Accounting for Good

The post Understanding ancillary funds first appeared on ACCOUNTING FOR GOOD.

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The Better Letter: Carolina Crazy

The Better Letter

I spent some wonderful time with my grandchildren this week, some of it in very cold weather. Whatever the weather, I’m struck by how little children see the wonder in everything. As they get older, they want more entertainment. Adults, meanwhile, focus most on finding fault, usually in someone else. This week’s TBL focuses on confirmation bias.

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How To Start: Passive Real Estate Investing

Clever Girl Finance

Have you ever considered active or passive real estate investing ? It turns out, a surprising number of people have. A Gallup survey found that real estate has been the favored investment for American investors. 34% of Americans cited real estate as their top investment choice, while only 26% said stocks and mutual funds. However, real estate doesn’t have to be as hands-on as you’d think — there are plenty of opportunities to create real estate passive income.

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Protecting Your Assets from Lawsuits

Pacifica Wealth

The frequency of lawsuits is shocking, but despite the numbers, no one believes it will happen to them. Too many people use our legal system as their personal lottery. Frivolous lawsuits are not just a problem for big corporations or the rich. They affect people from all walks of life. With a baseless claim and a contingency attorney, anyone can sue you.

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Quick Start Guide to a Crystal Clear Close

Did you know automating your month-end close can save up to 40% of the time typically spent on manual reconciliations? CFOs and controllers are leveraging SkyStem's workflow management and reconciliation tool to eliminate costly mistakes, ditch manual reconciliations and close faster. Want to know how they do it? Download our Quick Start Guide to a Crystal Clear Close!

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Farewell Morri Young OAM

Accounting for Good

The post Farewell Morri Young OAM first appeared on ACCOUNTING FOR GOOD.

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Do you know your Investor DNA?

The Richer Geek

Welcome back to another episode of the richer geek podcast. I'm happy to have this week I have Joey Mure and Russ Morgan. They are founding partners of “Wealth without Wall Street”. Russ Morgan, is known as “The Idea Guy.” Russ began his professional career as an investment advisor in 2004 after graduating from Auburn University — a slight foray from 10-year-old Russ’ dream of becoming a professional baseball pitcher.

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Navigating Geopolitical Events

ClearMoney

The following is provided by Dimensional Fund Advisors. Recent conflict between Russia and Ukraine is an important reminder that geopolitical risk is a part of investing in global markets. Navigating geopolitical events requires expertise and flexibility. Dimensional’s systematic active approach is designed to adjust to new information in real time, including information about geopolitical events and their potential repercussions for markets.

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Protect Your Assets from Burglars and Fire

Pacifica Wealth

The threat of a home burglary or fire is real. Home safes and safe-deposit boxes should be a part of your financial makeover. It’s not enough to dream big, save, invest , and have insurance. You need to protect your valuables too. Not all safes provide the same quality of protection. This section demystifies home safes and provides concrete advice on which documents you should keep at home and which documents you should keep in a bank’s safe-deposit box.

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Transforming Lending: Understanding the Power of Digital Platforms

Digital platforms can provide you with plenty of solutions, yet many are still intimidated by them. It's time to end that worry and embrace what could make a major difference for your bank. Understanding how they work and how to best utilize them for your banks is key toward success. In this article, Biz2X breaks down all things digital platforms, including the many advantages of embracing them.

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Founders and Builders: What I Wish I Knew

Brown Advisory

Founders and Builders: What I Wish I Knew. mhannan. Wed, 02/23/2022 - 04:08. The Founders + Builders What I Wish I Knew webinar series is designed around the theme of “what I wish I knew” from a founder’s perspective. The goal of the series is to be educational and provide guidance for entrepreneurs along their journey. . . What I Wish I Knew About Bringing My Team Back to The Office.

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What’s the Big Deal with Identity Theft?

Pacifica Wealth

Are you worried about identity theft? . Most Americans are. Identity theft is the number one concern among consumers who contact the Federal Trade Commission. Forty-two percent of all complaints to the FTC are regarding identity theft. The fear is justifiably real. The FBI says identity theft is one of the fastest growing crimes in the United States.

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Founders and Builders: What I Wish I Knew

Brown Advisory

Founders and Builders: What I Wish I Knew mhannan Wed, 02/23/2022 - 04:08 The Founders + Builders What I Wish I Knew webinar series is designed around the theme of “what I wish I knew” from a founder’s perspective. The goal of the series is to be educational and provide guidance for entrepreneurs along their journey. What I Wish I Knew About Bringing My Team Back to The Office Monday, September 20, 2021 As we think about returning to our offices—hybrid or full time—in the coming weeks and mo