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Weekend Reading For Financial Planners (January 20-21)

Nerd's Eye View

Also in industry news this week: While the total number of RIA M&A deals in 2023 fell short of a record-setting 2022 amidst an elevated interest rate environment, continued interest from private equity firms and creative deal structures could boost deal flow in 2024 While the SEC authorized 11 "Spot" Bitcoin ETFs last week, comments from chair (..)

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Weekend Reading For Financial Planners (Feb 18-19)

Nerd's Eye View

Also in industry news this week: A court ruling this week vacated Department of Labor guidance that a one-time rollover recommendation from a company plan to an IRA would trigger fiduciary duty requirements under ERISA Vanguard’s CEO this week indicated the firm plans to invest heavily in direct indexing amid the growing use cases for the strategy (..)

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5 Ways to Catch Up on Retirement Planning Later in Life

Park Place Financial

Retirement Planning 5 Ways to Catch Up on Retirement Planning Later in Life Schedule a Complimentary Financial Review CLICK HERE TO SCHEDULE. Retirement is a significant investment, which is why so many financial experts recommend establishing goals and starting when still a younger adult. SIMPLE 401(ks) and IRAs

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How to Choose a Personal Financial Advisor

Park Place Financial

A key indication of an advisor’s dedication to acting in the client’s best interest is the mention of fiduciary duty. Some advisors do not observe fiduciary duty but are bound to a suitability standard. Retirement Plans [contact-form-7] Sign-Up for your Complimentary Financial Review Signup. 0 Comments.

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How to Calculate How Much You Need to Retire

Park Place Financial

Retirement Planning How to Calculate How Much You Need to Retire Schedule a Complimentary Financial Review CLICK HERE TO SCHEDULE. While many financial experts discuss specific percentages people should aim for to have a fulfilling retirement, the ultimate retirement income formula does not exist. July 6, 2022. |.

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Does being a fiduciary financial advisor REALLY matter – or is it “meh?”

Sara Grillo

Legal definition of the fiduciary standard To quote directly from a paper by Attorney Lorna Schnase , two bodies of law form the legal basis for the fiduciary standard: Common law: Under common law principles of agency, an investment adviser, as agent, owes fiduciary duties to its client, as principal.3 Lee holds a Ph.D.

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How to Choose the Right Wealth Management Firm in Kansas City

Fortune Financial

Long-term goals typically encompass retirement planning, wealth preservation and estate planning. When researching wealth management firms, paying attention to their credentials and qualifications is essential, including whether they have a fiduciary duty to uphold.