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Crypto – just a rock, or a good investment? (debate got wild)

Sara Grillo

Today we’re gonna WAKA WAKA BREAK IT DOWN to the question, “Is crypto a good investment or is it as valueless as a rock?” I am a CFA® charterholder and I used to be a financial advisor. Is crypto a good investment, or does it suck? Wright: We should separate custody from the ability to provide investment advice on those assets.

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

Sara Grillo

I have a newsletter in which I talk about financial advisor lead generation topics which is best described as “fun and irreverent.” I am an irreverent and fun marketing consultant for financial advisors. Why is the fiduciary standard important in financial advice? Federal statutory law: Section 206.

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Client Letter | Better Times Ahead | September 28, 2022

James Hendries

Dear Valued Investor, In the last several weeks, we have continued to face elevated uncertainty in financial markets due to high inflation and rising interest rates, and we thought it was an important time to take stock with the final quarter of 2022 just ahead. Investing involves risks including possible loss of principal.

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How to Become a Financial Advisor or Financial Planner in India?

International College of Financial Planning

Using a search engine of your choice, type in “[your state] financial planner” and from there select from the list available. When choosing this, look for a planner with an active license, one who is accredited by a board or association, and one who has experience of working with clients of your profile. Here’s to your success!

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This broker vs. financial advisor debate got ABSOLUTELY crazy!

Sara Grillo

pay me for investments, for the easy work that I can outsource to a third party manager, and I’ll give you all this hard stuff for free…I don’t believe that., I also partner with E4 Insurance Services, a full-service brokerage agency to help noninsurance-oriented professionals (CFP’s, CFA’s, investment advisors, etc.)

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Should you die and go to hell before selling an annuity?

Sara Grillo

He is a flat fee advisor; not a licensed insurance agent. 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.” Scott Salaske , CEO of Firstmetric. Are commissions bad?

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Should you cancel your CFP designation?

Sara Grillo

JR agrees, stating that 70% of CFP holders have insurance licenses. #4 JR asserts that anyone who holds themselves out as a financial planner, whether or they wear dual hats, or also are registered reps under FINRA, must follow the fiduciary standard. Nothing in this podcast or blog can be interpreted as legal or compliance advice.

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