Nerd's Eye View

MAY 2, 2025

Enjoy the current installment of "Weekend Reading For Financial Planners" – this week's edition kicks off with the news that CFP Board announced this week that it will raise its annual fee for new and renewing certificants by $120 to $575 in order to help fund its public awareness campaign to promote the CFP brand with the public and encourage (..)

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International College of Financial Planning

JULY 2, 2025

As individuals and families strive to build wealth, protect their future, and achieve life goals, they increasingly seek trusted professionals who can offer sound, holistic financial advice. This is where competent, ethical, and client-first financial planners step in. Is the CFP Course Worth the Investment?

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International College of Financial Planning

JULY 11, 2025

The stock market is not a machine of certainty; it’s a reflection of collective human psychology in motion. Whether it’s chasing overpriced stocks during a bull run or exiting equity portfolios in a panic during a market fall, the problem is rarely the market itself. The real issue? Equities, by design, are volatile.

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Nerd's Eye View

AUGUST 2, 2024

Enjoy the current installment of “Weekend Reading For Financial Planners” - this week’s edition kicks off with the news that a Federal district court in Texas has put a stay on the effective date of the Department of Labor’s (DoL’s) new Retirement Security Rule (aka “Fiduciary Rule 2.0”),

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Nerd's Eye View

AUGUST 2, 2024

Enjoy the current installment of “Weekend Reading For Financial Planners” - this week’s edition kicks off with the news that a Federal district court in Texas has put a stay on the effective date of the Department of Labor’s (DoL’s) new Retirement Security Rule (aka “Fiduciary Rule 2.0”),

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Nerd's Eye View

SEPTEMBER 23, 2022

A survey shows that more RIAs are outsourcing investment management, and that those who do are largely happy with the decision. From there, we have several articles on insurance and investment planning: Why the chair of the Senate Finance Committee has taken an interest in the private placement life insurance market.

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Nerd's Eye View

SEPTEMBER 8, 2023

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Nerd's Eye View

AUGUST 25, 2023

Enjoy the current installment of "Weekend Reading For Financial Planners" - this week's edition kicks off with the news that a recent CFP Board survey indicates that consumers do not expect AI tools to replace human financial advisors, but rather supplement advisors' work.

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Nerd's Eye View

AUGUST 30, 2024

Enjoy the current installment of "Weekend Reading For Financial Planners" – this week's edition kicks off with the news that a recent benchmarking study suggests that a number of RIAs are looking to move 'upmarket' and work with wealthier clients by expanding their service menu to include family office services, investment banking, and/or trust (..)

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Nerd's Eye View

SEPTEMBER 29, 2023

Enjoy the current installment of "Weekend Reading For Financial Planners" - this week's edition kicks off with the news that RIA custodial platform Altruist announced that it is offering its portfolio accounting software for free to advisors who custody with the firm, offering the opportunity to advisory firms to reduce the costs of their tech stacks (..)

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Nerd's Eye View

FEBRUARY 23, 2024

Which suggests that instead of trying to go head-to-head with these larger firms (and their heftier marketing budgets) in attracting clients, smaller firms might instead demonstrate how they are 'different' by offering a unique service offering tailored to their ideal target clients.

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Nerd's Eye View

NOVEMBER 3, 2023

Enjoy the current installment of "Weekend Reading For Financial Planners" - this week's edition kicks off with the news that the Department of Labor this week released its long-awaited "retirement security rule", its latest effort to curb conflicts of interest around retirement savings recommendations.

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Nerd's Eye View

AUGUST 11, 2023

Enjoy the current installment of "Weekend Reading For Financial Planners" - this week's edition kicks off with the news that the Massachusetts Secretary of the Commonwealth has launched an investigation into how investment firms are using artificial intelligence-enabled technologies, echoing concerns expressed by the SEC that these tools could be used (..)

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Nerd's Eye View

NOVEMBER 4, 2022

Also in industry news this week: How an SEC review of a FINRA proposal to facilitate remote work could signal its thinking on the supervision of remote work for financial advisors more broadly. Morningstar has joined an increasingly competitive market of direct indexing platforms for advisors and their clients. Read More.

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Nerd's Eye View

JANUARY 13, 2023

Enjoy the current installment of “Weekend Reading For Financial Planners” - this week’s edition kicks off with the news that the Federal Trade Commission has proposed a nationwide ban on noncompete clauses in employee contracts, aiming to give employees more freedom to change jobs within the same industry.

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Nerd's Eye View

MARCH 8, 2024

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Nerd's Eye View

JUNE 7, 2024

Enjoy the current installment of "Weekend Reading For Financial Planners" - this week's edition kicks off with the news that recent surveys indicate that consumers continue to trust human financial advisors more than Artificial Intelligence (AI)-powered tools.

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Nerd's Eye View

DECEMBER 25, 2023

Each week in Weekend Reading For Financial Planners, we seek to bring you synopses and commentaries on 12 articles covering news for financial advisors including topics covering technical planning, practice management, advisor marketing, career development, and more.

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International College of Financial Planning

JANUARY 18, 2023

.” Today’s businesses require financial advice to fulfill their financial objectives. Selecting a career as a “financial planner” will aid in opening doors to success. If you are aspiring to become a successful financial planner? Consider the CFP course. He discussed his insights.

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International College of Financial Planning

DECEMBER 9, 2024

The financial planning industry has witnessed remarkable growth, making the Certified Financial Planner (CFP) certification increasingly valuable for professionals seeking to advance their careers. This international recognition provides certified professionals with unprecedented career mobility.

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Sara Grillo

MAY 23, 2022

What’s up with these “advice-only financial planners?” 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.” What is an advice-only financial planner?

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International College of Financial Planning

DECEMBER 29, 2024

The CFP certification stands as the gold standard in financial planning, offering professionals a comprehensive pathway to excellence in this dynamic field. As markets evolve and client needs become more sophisticated, the demand for qualified financial planners continues to grow exponentially.

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International College of Financial Planning

MARCH 13, 2023

In this blog post, we will explore mutual funds, why they are important, and the benefits they offer to investors in India. What are Mutual Funds? Mutual funds provide a way to invest in a variety of financial assets, e.g., Stocks, bonds, and money market instruments.

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International College of Financial Planning

APRIL 25, 2024

Achieving the status of Certified Financial Planner® (CFP®) represents a significant professional milestone in financial services. What Is a Certified Financial Planner®? A Certified Financial Planner® is a distinguished professional who has met the stringent standards set by the FPSB Board.

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Good Financial Cents

AUGUST 11, 2022

If you have a million dollars to invest or anywhere close to that, the steps below can help you grow your money so it lasts a lifetime. Ad Robo-Advisors move with the market to ensure your investments. A lot of people confuse money they knew they needed in the next year or so with investing. They didn’t have a plan.

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Carson Wealth

OCTOBER 26, 2022

As the tax year draws to a close, many high-income investors will look to reposition their portfolios to intentionally generate losses as a way to offset gains — an investment strategy known as tax loss harvesting. I sort of think of tax loss harvesting as the eharmony of investment planning. A net neutral tax position.

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MainStreet Financial Planning

MARCH 15, 2023

It’s important to note that SIPC protection does not cover losses resulting from market fluctuations, fraud, or bad investment decisions. It also does not cover certain types of investments, such as commodities or futures contracts. and are not protected by SIPC. What if I have my cash accounts with a Credit Union?

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Park Place Financial

MARCH 14, 2022

Schedule a Complimentary Financial Review CLICK HERE TO SCHEDULE. Investments can be risky since markets constantly fluctuate, but strategies are available to help you maintain a well-balanced portfolio. This can help bring you closer to your financial goals while also mitigating potential risks along the way. 0 Comments.

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Your Richest Life

SEPTEMBER 10, 2024

Or, if you plan to buy a house within the year and your down payment is sitting in the stock market, you might run the risk of losing that money in a down market before you buy. Make sure that the investments in your account reflect what you are trying to accomplish, both short and long term.

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Clever Girl Finance

JANUARY 22, 2024

Don’t make any sudden decisions Before doing anything with your financial windfall, pause! Put the money into different types of bank accounts like savings or a money market account , and refrain from touching it during this waiting period. Of course, investing doesn’t have to mean the stock market alone.

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Park Place Financial

NOVEMBER 29, 2022

Discover some of the benefits of structured products and their value for investment. These pre-packaged investments usually feature assets connected to interest and an additional. Increase market access: Investors can explore new markets that they may not find. yields, particularly with sideways markets. ?

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International College of Financial Planning

NOVEMBER 10, 2021

With this charter, you can easily find employment at the highest levels with investment firms, insurance companies, pension funds, banks, and brokerage houses. Certified Financial Planner (CFP) – Much like the CFA, CFP or Certified Financial Planner also remains one of the most sought out qualifications in this industry.

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Workable Wealth

SEPTEMBER 16, 2020

By now you have a good understanding of what the market is, how the stock market works, and different methods of tracking market performance. Now it’s time to look at some key tools to keep in mind when investing in the stock market. . This strategy helps curb a bad financial habit: timing the market.

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Carson Wealth

DECEMBER 1, 2022

An emergency fund is liquid cash — generally held in a checking, savings or a money market account, that is available to pay unexpected expenses. Setting a strong financial foundation in your 20s paves the way to success through your professional life. Start an Emergency Fund.

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WiserAdvisor

JUNE 2, 2023

These professionals also hold expertise in various fields, such as retirement planning, tax management, estate planning, investment management, insurance, debt management, wealth management, and more. Investment advisors help manage and diversify a client’s portfolio to limit their exposure to market volatility.

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Gen Y Planning

APRIL 3, 2023

Once your goals are established, you’ll be able to use them as the driving force behind all your financial decisions moving forward. Without clear goals, it’s tempting to get distracted by day-to-day market movements or short-term upsets. Thus, investing is a financial plan’s bread and butter.

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International College of Financial Planning

MARCH 31, 2023

Skills Required for a Career in Wealth Management A successful career in wealth management requires a range of skills that include: Strong communication skills to engage with clients and explain complex financial concepts in a simple manner. Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills to help clients achieve their financial goals.

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