Advisor Perspectives

JANUARY 31, 2024

Regulatory conflation between financial advice and investment advice detrimentally impacts how financial services are delivered to our citizens.

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Financial Advice Financial Services Investing Investments 40

Nerd's Eye View

DECEMBER 6, 2022

Natalie is the owner of Natalie Taylor Consulting Services, an independent virtual RIA, and is also the Head of Financial Advice for Monarch Money, a personal financial management tool that helps consumers track their spending and net worth over time.

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Nerd's Eye View

AUGUST 15, 2023

What's unique about Jim, though, is how he's leveraged nearly 3 decades of experience in converting procrastinating prospects into recurring fee-only financial planning clients, with an approach that's less about "selling" the value of financial planning and more about simply helping clients with "moving" – from where they are to where they need (..)

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Nerd's Eye View

OCTOBER 19, 2023

divorce, widowhood, family members who develop special needs) – and because of the targeted services advisors offer to satisfy their clients' needs, they increase their value and the efficiency of their practice. Most commonly, niches present as particular needs of a firm's clients.

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Sara Grillo

APRIL 19, 2024

But before we get into it… Look, there are alot of schmucks out there hawking crap products disguised as financial advice. I’m not a lawyer – so please don’t interpret anything I say here as legal advice. Do your own diligence when you are seeking financial advice. Don’t be fooled!

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Sara Grillo

DECEMBER 11, 2023

There are a lot of people who consider their fees low but here’s a financial advisor who claims to be charging 60-80% lower fees than the “full-service” wealth management firms who are his competition. What does low fee financial advice actually look like, from the inside? Does he actually do this?

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Covisum

DECEMBER 7, 2022

Your job is to provide financial advice to clients. Your work is important and helpful but showing clients the value of your advice is a critical differentiator between you and the rest of the financial service providers.

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Don Connelly & Associates

MARCH 6, 2023

The financial services world has undergone significant change in the last few years, mainly for the benefit of those seeking financial advice. However, for financial advisors, the more things change, the more they seem to stay the same—at least as it relates to fees.

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eMoney Advisor

MARCH 22, 2023

1 Generations Y (Millennials) and Z are seeking financial advice today and they are likely to pursue providers who meet their needs now. In fact, the Fidelity Investments 2022 Investor Insights Study found that 63 percent of GenY and Gen Z believe working with an advisor is key to achieving financial success.

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Carson Wealth

NOVEMBER 14, 2023

With $150 million in assets, Main Street Financial Group, located in Milton, Georgia, has been a steadfast presence in its community for 21 years, providing comprehensive financial services to its clients. Sharing his perspective on the partnership, wealth advisor, G.C. The addition of advisors like Paul and G.C.

Financial Services 52

Financial Services Wealth Advisor Clients CFP 52

Indigo Marketing Agency

MARCH 21, 2024

As a financial advisor, you understand the importance of a robust online presence in today’s digital landscape. With potential clients turning to the internet to find financial advice and services, optimizing your website for search engines is crucial. What Are the Key Elements of an Effective SEO Strategy?

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Financial Advisor Engineering Consulting Financial Advice 89

Carson Wealth

JULY 12, 2022

Financial service professionals like Tammy climb a competence stairway to work with clients. In this blog, we’ll break down industry jargon, share what various credentials indicate and explain why the financial services industry is so regulated. . Registration Standards for Financial Advisors.

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International College of Financial Planning

MARCH 31, 2023

Technology and Innovation in Finance: The rise of fintech startups has disrupted the traditional banking industry, with many new players emerging to offer innovative financial services. AI-powered tools can help financial institutions identify fraud, automate routine tasks, and provide personalized financial advice to customers.

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International College of Financial Planning

OCTOBER 17, 2023

The digital age has brought forth numerous opportunities, especially for professionals in the financial services sector. Certified Financial Planners (CFPs) stand at the forefront of this revolution. These professionals can deliver superior client services by embracing digital platforms and understanding their potential.

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International College of Financial Planning

MARCH 31, 2023

Wealth management is an important aspect of the financial world that focuses on managing wealth to help individuals and families achieve their financial goals. Wealth management involves a range of financial services as an investment, finance, real estate, tax, and risk management.

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Sara Grillo

JANUARY 8, 2024

As many corporate employees tend to have smaller account sizes, this entire group would be shunned by the typical financial advisor who usually has high account minimums of $1MM or above. By the way, if you happen to be a small investor looking for financial advice, I have a list of advisors who are open to serving such clients.

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FMG

JANUARY 24, 2024

According to Smart Asset , only 11% of millennials use financial advisors regularly. Only about a third of financial advisors actively target millennials. That means many millennials need financial advice and plenty of opportunities for financial advisors. Meyers Financial Services Inc.

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Indigo Marketing Agency

DECEMBER 19, 2022

He’s coached thousands of financial service professionals on how to identify and serve more ideal clients. Steve Sanduski is a CFP® professional and personal coach to financial professionals. Ron is a household name among financial advisors and one of our personal heroes and mentors. Check out his Twitter feed here.

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International College of Financial Planning

MAY 6, 2022

With the help of a certified financial planner, you can work from anywhere in the world. This can be a great way to save money and time while still getting the financial advice you need. Finally, CFP lets you utilize affordable online services. It reveals everything about finance to you.

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FMG

OCTOBER 6, 2022

From financial planning and risk analysis tools to marketing automation platforms , technology streamlines processes, increases productivity, and helps you grow your business faster. That’s a lot of financial advice and staff to manage — not to mention a lot of names, anniversaries, and meetings to remember. What is CRM?

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Indigo Marketing Agency

APRIL 3, 2024

SEO for financial services won’t exist for another few decades. You’re an established financial advisor with enough money in your pocket to buy one advertisement of your choice. The post Dominating Digital: Mastering SEO for Financial Services appeared first on Indigo Marketing Agency.

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Financial Services Financial Advisor Advertising Engineering 52

Sara Grillo

AUGUST 14, 2023

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? What is a conflict of interest in financial advice?

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eMoney Advisor

DECEMBER 15, 2022

In an era of uncertainty, the value Americans place on professional advice from a financial planner has increased. adults said their most trusted source of financial advice was a financial advisor. 1 Market volatility was found to be a major factor in spurring people to seek advice. Sources: 1.

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Sara Grillo

DECEMBER 22, 2023

But before we get to the podcast… Look, there are alot of schmucks out there hawking crap products disguised as financial advice. Please subscribe to my newsletter to receive updates that raise awareness of consumer financial issues. Don’t be fooled! 2 I have a newsletter entirely devoted to advocacy for the consumer.

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WiserAdvisor

AUGUST 18, 2023

This might be concerning if you have a smaller investment portfolio or seek one-time financial advice. When you purchase any of these assets, the financial advisor receives a commission from the sponsoring company, which helps them earn money. They then tailor the engagement to their requirements.

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Harness Wealth

MAY 25, 2023

Chartered Financial Consultant (ChFC): This designation is issued by The American College of Financial Services. ChFCs have undergone extensive education and experience requirements, focusing more heavily on practical applications of financial planning. How Much Should I Expect to Pay for Financial Advice?

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Financial Advisor Certified Financial Planner Ethics CFP 52

Midstream Marketing

MARCH 8, 2023

ChatGPT won’t ever be able to ask the right questions, nor will the average individual know what information to provide ChatGPT to get the right financial advice. Plus there is a whole host of advice that is not even curated by ChatGPT. The empathy you can provide is required for sound financial advice.

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Harness Wealth

DECEMBER 14, 2022

As an executive at LearnVest, Stephany helped pioneer a new model for the delivery of financial advice. We believe that her ability to identify solutions to complex financial service problems and scale companies to address them will make her an extraordinary partner to Harness and our team.

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Certified Financial Planner Tax Planning Taxes B2B 52

Inside Information

OCTOBER 29, 2023

But in the financial services marketplace, the reality is a crowd of fleece-clad wolves (brokers) as far as the eye can see, and you have to be pretty observant to notice a few actual sheep (fiduciary advisors) in their midst. And then you can say that working for you, rather than against you, us just the beginning.

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WiserAdvisor

JUNE 2, 2023

While there are various types of finance professionals who offer financial advice and services falling under the general financial advisor category, it should be noted that they differ significantly. Their main area of focus is wealth preservation.

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Nerd's Eye View

JULY 17, 2023

In the early days when financial advisors were first and foremost salespeople for insurance and investments products, the reality is that "advisor training and education" wasn't really about finance or advice… it was mostly just about learning how the company's products worked and how to effectively sell them to consumers.

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Sara Grillo

NOVEMBER 13, 2023

Boomer Benefits Joanne Giardini YouTube Joanne Giardini TikTok Sara’s upshot I am a consumer advocate and I periodically blog about financial products and services so that consumers can avoid being taken advantage of by the financial services industry.

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Walkner Condon Financial Advisors

JUNE 2, 2023

According to Her Money , more people are seeking professional financial advice, creating greater opportunities for more women to enter the field. In order to share this opportunity with other women, we need to take into account how those newer to the financial services profession are mentored.

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eMoney Advisor

FEBRUARY 9, 2023

Recent research 1 found that there is a large population of Americans interested in financial guidance. Of an estimated 104 million households seeking some level of financial advice, 88 million of those households want that advice from a financial professional. Focus on short-term goals. Sources: 1.

Financial Planning 95

Financial Planning Clients Planning Education 95

Sara Grillo

DECEMBER 12, 2022

The Transparent Advisor Movement’s mission is to promote ideals of clarity, modesty, integrity, dignity, and client advocacy in all aspects of financial advice, with a special focus on Advice Only, Flat Fee, and Hourly service models. There is a special emphasis on clear disclosure of services and their related fees.

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BlueMind

FEBRUARY 15, 2023

However, financial advisors will find that special clients and their families are unanimous about their main concern: to have a financial plan in place that will provide support for the special needs person in the future. Related: How Financial Advisors Should Engage With Female Clientele?

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BlueMind

JULY 15, 2022

Not only that, the added cost of hiring financial service employees to manage data adds to the cost of securing that data. Dealing with clients that fail to fully disclose their personal information that may have implications on financial decisions could lead you down a rabbit hole of compliance issues.

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