Nerd's Eye View

JANUARY 3, 2025

Enjoy the current installment of "Weekend Reading For Financial Planners" - this week's edition kicks off with a recent survey indicating that a majority of advisors are viewing new client acquisition as their primary challenge in the current competitive environment for financial advice (followed by compliance and technology management) and suggests (..)

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Midstream Marketing

OCTOBER 29, 2024

Key Highlights Millennials can benefit a lot from getting financial advice. Right now, few of them use advisors regularly. You should change your marketing approach to meet the specific financial needs and interests of millennials. Listen to their concerns and adjust your financial advice to align with their goals.

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Indigo Marketing Agency

JUNE 18, 2025

The Best Content for Financial Advisors to Attract Clients in 2025 Does your blog feel stale? Here’s content for financial advisors that’s actually working—and how to make it easier. What makes video so effective for financial advisors? Are your videos getting zero engagement?

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Wealth Management

JULY 2, 2025

To prepare, firms must: Invest in clean, normalized data infrastructure Identify repeatable tasks that can be agentically delegated Train internal teams to supervise AI agents, not just manage software Rethink client experience in terms of context and continuity, not clicks and forms Because make no mistake: the borders are falling.

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Nerd's Eye View

MAY 16, 2025

Also in industry news this week: A recent study finds that financial advisory clients are leaving largely positive, in-depth reviews for their advisors FINRA has responded to some concerns about its proposed rule regarding outside business activities, saying that it is designed to streamline regulations and not (as has been suggested by some commenters (..)

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Nerd's Eye View

MAY 19, 2025

Training programs for new financial advisors have traditionally followed a sales-focused, sink-or-swim approach that primarily paid on commission for product sales. While some of these programs still exist, the role of an associate advisor has evolved alongside the broader financial planning profession. Read More.

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Midstream Marketing

NOVEMBER 12, 2024

[link] [link] [link] New Financial Advisor Prospecting When You Attend Networking Functions Keep Your Business Cards In Your Car When attending networking functions, it’s crucial to always have your business cards handy. Key Highlights Find new ways to get better at being a financial advisor.

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Midstream Marketing

OCTOBER 29, 2024

Key Highlights A strong marketing plan is key for financial advisors. This guide offers helpful tips to create a good advertising plan in the financial services area. Introduction In today’s world, having a strong online presence is really important for financial advisors. It is key for the growth of your business.

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Midstream Marketing

NOVEMBER 5, 2024

Key Highlights A strong presence on social media can help financial advisors meet potential clients and boost brand awareness. Explore different social media platforms that financial advisors can use, like LinkedIn, Twitter, Instagram, and Facebook. It is helpful for financial advisors.

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Midstream Marketing

OCTOBER 30, 2024

Key Highlights The financial advice world is changing. Introduction In today’s changing finance world, registered investment advisors (RIAs) must comply with the provisions of the marketing rule, including entering into a written agreement, and must not include any untrue statement of a material fact to stand out from others.

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Midstream Marketing

NOVEMBER 6, 2024

Key Highlights Content marketing helps financial advisors stand out and earn trust from potential clients. When advisors share valuable content for a specific target audience, they can attract new clients and boost their online presence. It helps advisors show their thought leadership and grow their business.

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Indigo Marketing Agency

MAY 31, 2025

Why Short-Form Financial Advisor Video Marketing Is Fueling Growth Financial advisor video marketing online can feel like an uphill battle. If youre looking for a clear way to rise above the noise, short-form video marketing is a powerful tool thats helping financial advisors attract more clients and grow faster.

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Indigo Marketing Agency

MARCH 19, 2025

Best Ad Practices That Work for Marketing Financial Advisor Services One of the most surefire ways of growing a business fast and keeping a steady stream of leads coming in is with advertising. Indigo Marketing Agency helps financial advisors get more clients with our complete marketing and advertising services.

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Nerd's Eye View

JANUARY 13, 2025

Which is surprising to some, given that a decade ago, the emergence of so-called "robo-advisors" was supposed to displace human financial advisors and compress advisory fees. In reality, though, the robos struggled to gain traction, and the human financial advice business just continues to grow.

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WiserAdvisor

JUNE 4, 2025

Apart from new laws and changes in regulations, it is also important to pay attention to emerging investment trendsevery year. The financial planning industry is constantly undergoing change. Financial advisors should take these factors into account to ensure their clients receive the right experience.

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Midstream Marketing

DECEMBER 10, 2024

By adopting these campaigns, advisors can achieve better results, connect with their target audience, and grow their business successfully. Introduction In todays challenging market, financial advisors need strong financial advisor marketing strategies. They must attract potential clients attention.

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International College of Financial Planning

MARCH 12, 2025

Unlike their predecessors, they are tech-savvy, investment-curious, and financially independent-inded. But they also have a mild addiction to online shopping, an over-reliance on BNPL schemes, and a tendency to take financial advice from influencers who may or may not know what theyre talking about.

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WiserAdvisor

JUNE 17, 2025

They can reshape sectors and industries and impact your investment decisions. Let’s dive into some of the key future investment trends and concerns that are already making waves in 2025 and are likely to gain even more momentum in the months ahead. 4 future investment trends and concerns to keep an eye on in 2025 1.

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Yardley Wealth Management

JANUARY 21, 2025

Exploring the Benefits of Financial Planning appeared first on Yardley Wealth Management, LLC. Is Talking to a Financial Planner Worth It? Exploring the Benefits of Professional Financial Advice Introduction “Is talking to a financial planner worth it?”

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Sara Grillo

DECEMBER 16, 2024

Today I have Brian Williams of Northshire Consulting and were going to be talking about how financial advisors can help improve 401k plan access to the American people who are working at small businesses who currently do not offer them. What about those who dont have the money for a financial advisor? Thats not it.

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MainStreet Financial Planning

MARCH 7, 2025

When choosing a financial advisor, how they charge for their services can significantly impact your long-term wealth. The two most common pricing models are fee-only financial planners (flat-fee or fixed-fee advisors) and AUM-based financial advisors (who charge a percentage of assets under management).

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FMG

MAY 14, 2025

An excellent financial advisor website makes all the difference in connecting with a potential client. Here are 10 standout Osaic advisor websites that highlight what makes a financial advisor site standout while bringing traffic to their site. Visitors know exactly what they stand to gain.

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Indigo Marketing Agency

DECEMBER 10, 2024

Protect Your Rankings: Navigating AI Content Risks in 2025 Googles ongoing algorithm updates are changing how businesses create and share content, making it more critical than ever for financial advisors to stand out with genuine, high-quality material.

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Zoe Financial

JUNE 20, 2025

The platform itself does not offer financial advice Scenario-Based Guide: Hypothetical Investor Examples – Scenario 1: Linda, 68 — Planning for RMDs and Legacy Background : Linda holds a significant Traditional IRA and is approaching required minimum distributions (RMDs). What is a fiduciary advisor?

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A Wealth of Common Sense

JULY 17, 2025

A Wealth of Common Sense --> A Wealth of Common Sense Home About Invest with Ben My Books Animal Spirits Podcast Speaking --> CFA or CFP? Posted July 17, 2025 by Ben Carlson A reader asks: I’m in my last year studying financial econ and looking to get into advising or wealth management.

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Sara Grillo

NOVEMBER 25, 2024

I am a CFA® charterholder and financial advisor marketing consultant. I have a newsletter in which I talk about financial advisor lead generation topics which is best described as “fun and irreverent.” I am a CFA® charterholder and financial advisor marketing consultant.

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Financial Symmetry

MAY 22, 2025

This is a reliable, risk-free increase, hard to match with other investment vehicles. Retirees with investment income, pensions, or who draw heavily from retirement accounts could inadvertently find themselves in a higher effective tax bracket, thanks to what is often called the Social Security tax torpedo.

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NAIFA Advisor Today

JANUARY 28, 2025

Richardson is a financial planner who has been providing sound financial advice to his clients since 2005. His primary focus is to help people align their financial decisions with their values and truths to live enriching lives.

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Abnormal Returns

MAY 26, 2025

Podcasts Paul Krugman talks with Barry Ritholtz about his book "How NOT to Invest." paulkrugman.substack.com) Jess Bost and Mark Newfield talk with Ashley Quamme about her journey to financial advice. thinkadvisor.com) Charles Schwab ($SCHW) is willing to step on some toes to take RIA mindshare.

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Yardley Wealth Management

SEPTEMBER 24, 2024

Expertise and Experience: One of the most compelling reasons to delegate financial decisions to a professional is their expertise and experience in the field. They stay up-to-date with the latest industry trends, regulations, and best practices, allowing them to provide informed advice and guidance tailored to your specific needs and goals.

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Nerd's Eye View

FEBRUARY 17, 2025

In order to deliver the best service to their clients, financial advisors often take on responsibilities beyond giving financial advice, including compliance, marketing, team management, and other operational duties.

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Hubly

JUNE 24, 2025

About Product Use Cases 🚀 Client Onboarding 🗓️ Client Meetings 📈 Investment Management 👨‍💻 Employee Onboarding Partners Integrations FAQ Reviews Resources News & Blog User Stories Process vs. Workflow Webinars Quick Video Tips Pricing Login Get Started Operations Overwhelmed by Robo-Advisors?

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Yardley Wealth Management

JUNE 25, 2025

You’ve likely spent years building your retirement nest egg—saving diligently, investing wisely, and contributing to retirement accounts along the way. Be sure to consult with your tax, legal, and accounting professional—as well as a financial advisor—before making any decisions regarding your retirement withdrawal strategy.

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Yardley Wealth Management

DECEMBER 10, 2024

The post Strategic Retirement Planning Guide for Single Women: Expert Financial Advice appeared first on Yardley Wealth Management, LLC. Without a partner to rely on for financial support, single women must take proactive steps to ensure a secure and comfortable retirement.

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Yardley Wealth Management

FEBRUARY 11, 2025

“We conduct business professionally,” Dittes explains. “Our team members are the face of the company, and many customers only interact with our field staff.

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Nerd's Eye View

DECEMBER 6, 2024

Though ultimately, while a slower pace of regulation might be a relief for financial advisors who faced a wave of proposed rules during Gensler's tenure, a more hands-off regulatory approach could open the door for abuses that could ultimately lower the reputation of the financial advice industry as a whole in the minds of consumers (though a lighter (..)

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The Big Picture

JULY 11, 2025

The peace of mind and time savings that clients experience should be integral measures when assessing the value of financial advice, because they can enhance clients’ quality of life,” the report concludes. The bad news is it’s hardly the kind of policy landscape conducive to companies making long-term investments.

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