Nerd's Eye View

MAY 16, 2025

Enjoy the current installment of "Weekend Reading For Financial Planners" - this week's edition kicks off with the news that Republicans in the House of Representatives this week released their long-awaited tax plan to address the impending sunset of many measures in the 2017 Tax Cuts and Jobs Act.

Financial Planner

Nerd's Eye View

NOVEMBER 28, 2024

Still others may choose a hybrid model, combining AUM fees with additional charges for other services like tax planning. Others may align with broader industry trends, like transitioning to fee-only structures to buffer against market volatility.

Clients

Nerd's Eye View

JUNE 12, 2025

One helpful framework to contextualize financial decisions is the concept of 'wicked' versus 'kind' learning environments. Tax planning often fits the 'kind environment' model: The rules are relatively stable, outcomes repeat annually, and feedback is immediate (e.g., a tax bill or refund).

Financial Planner

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. What is the CFP Certification?

Financial Planner

Harness Wealth

APRIL 30, 2025

With proper planning, certain tax obligations can be legally deferred, reduced, or in some cases eliminated entirely. To maximize the value you ultimately receive from your exit, incorporating comprehensive tax planning into your strategy is highly advantageous.

Taxes

Midstream Marketing

DECEMBER 6, 2024

Running focused social media campaigns that highlight their services and share their skills in areas like tax planning or retirement planning. Hosting webinars or online workshops that teach potential clients about important financial topics and show that the RIA is a leader in the field.

Marketing

Workable Wealth

OCTOBER 14, 2020

This could come in many forms: Negative spending habits Little to no emergency fund Inadequate investment vehicles Improper risk management and insurance coverage Making emotional financial decisions Overpaying on taxes Acquiring unnecessary debt Incurring penalties and fees Let’s look at a few of these examples more in-depth.

Financial Planning

Nerd's Eye View

DECEMBER 30, 2024

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.

Financial Advisor

MainStreet Financial Planning

AUGUST 8, 2025

Work with your financial planner to coordinate withdrawals with your other income sources and tax planning opportunities. Set a reminder for the December 31 deadline each year (except for your very first RMD, which can be delayed to April 1).

Distribution

Harness Wealth

APRIL 16, 2025

The potential for tax-free inheritance makes Roth IRAs particularly attractive for legacy planning. Qualified beneficiaries can receive distributions without incurring income taxes, creating a valuable wealth transfer tool. This approach allowed for optimization based on actual investment results rather than projections.

Taxes

Nerd's Eye View

AUGUST 1, 2025

Enjoy the current installment of "Weekend Reading For Financial Planners" – this week's edition kicks off with the news that the North American Securities Administrators Association (NASAA) has proposed an updated Model Rule that would allow state-registered advisors to use testimonials in their marketing materials, four years after the SEC issued (..)

Financial Planner

Indigo Marketing Agency

JUNE 14, 2025

Advisor Spotlight: Bryan Trugman In our Advisor Spotlight Series, we aim to highlight our amazing financial advisors who go above and beyond, whether through volunteer work, unique tax planning, or thought leadership (just to name a few). Reach out to Bryan at Attitude Financial Advisors to schedule your free consultation.

Financial Advisor

Financial Symmetry

FEBRUARY 27, 2025

This flexibility allows EDBs to extend the tax-deferred growth of the inherited funds over a longer period, which is a huge advantage in strategic tax planning. By having the option to stretch distributions, EDBs can mitigate the tax impact in any given year and potentially stay in a lower tax bracket.

Distribution

Nerd's Eye View

FEBRUARY 24, 2023

Enjoy the current installment of “Weekend Reading For Financial Planners” – this week’s edition kicks off with the news that the SEC’s proposed “Safeguarding Rule” would significantly increase the number of investment advisers deemed to have custody of client assets and increase paperwork requirements for advisers (..)

Financial Planner

Nerd's Eye View

OCTOBER 27, 2023

Enjoy the current installment of "Weekend Reading For Financial Planners" - this week's edition kicks off with the news that the shift in financial advice from pure investment management to comprehensive financial planning continues, with more individuals becoming CFP professionals than CFAs in the past few years as consumers increasing the diversity (..)

Financial Planner

Nerd's Eye View

OCTOBER 14, 2022

Enjoy the current installment of “Weekend Reading For Financial Planners” - this week’s edition kicks off with the news that the Cost Of Living Adjustment (COLA) for Social Security beneficiaries will be 8.7% for 2023, the largest COLA since 1981.

Financial Planner

Nerd's Eye View

SEPTEMBER 6, 2024

Enjoy the current installment of "Weekend Reading For Financial Planners" – this week's edition kicks off with the news that the Treasury Department has finalized rules requiring most SEC-registered RIAs to implement risk-based Anti-Money Laundering and Countering the Financing of Terrorism programs, including a requirement to report suspicious (..)

Financial Planner

Nerd's Eye View

SEPTEMBER 20, 2024

Enjoy the current installment of "Weekend Reading For Financial Planners" – this week's edition kicks off with the news that the North American Securities Administrators Association (NASAA) released the latest edition its annual survey outlining the state of state-registered RIAs, showing that the number of state-registered firms and their assets (..)

Financial Planner

Nerd's Eye View

JULY 7, 2023

Enjoy the current installment of “Weekend Reading For Financial Planners” - this week’s edition kicks off with the news that recent survey data indicate that advisors are more satisfied and productive when they have more time to spend with their clients and when those clients fit within their ideal client profile, in terms of needs, (..)

Financial Planner

Nerd's Eye View

NOVEMBER 18, 2022

Enjoy the current installment of “Weekend Reading For Financial Planners” - this week’s edition kicks off with the news that AdvisorTech giant Envestnet has announced a partnership with New Zealand-based FNZ that will allow Envestnet to offer custodial services to advisors beginning in the second half of 2023.

Financial Planner

Nerd's Eye View

MAY 12, 2023

Enjoy the current installment of “Weekend Reading For Financial Planners” - this week’s edition kicks off with the news that a recent study found that clients of advisors providing comprehensive planning services are significantly more satisfied than those receiving a lower tier of service.

Financial Planner

Nerd's Eye View

JUNE 21, 2024

Enjoy the current installment of "Weekend Reading For Financial Planners" – this week's edition kicks off with the news that affluent Americans believe they need an average of $5.5 million in assets to both retire and pass on a legacy interest (though many have yet to establish an estate plan), according to a recent survey.

Financial Planner

Nerd's Eye View

MAY 31, 2024

Enjoy the current installment of “Weekend Reading For Financial Planners” - this week’s edition kicks off with the news that the Financial Planning Association and Money.com are planning to publish a “Best Financial Advisors” list based on advisors’ education, credentials, and experience, as well as harder-to-quantify (..)

Financial Planner

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.

Financial Planner

Nerd's Eye View

JULY 12, 2024

Enjoy the current installment of "Weekend Reading For Financial Planners" - this week's edition kicks off with the news that at a time when employee retention has heightened importance for advisory firms given the ongoing competition for advisor talent, recent studies indicate that factors such as firm culture and leadership, as well as providing advisors (..)

Financial Planner

Abnormal Returns

JULY 8, 2024

wiredplanning.com) Daniel Crosby talks with Andy Baxley, Senior Financial Planner at The Planning Center. thinkadvisor.com) How to do tax planning right. thinkadvisor.com) The latest in financial advisortech including 'Jump AI entering the AI assistant tool space.' kitces.com) Don't be this guy.

Financial Planner

Nerd's Eye View

SEPTEMBER 6, 2022

We also talk about how, after listening to industry podcasts on his commute while working in the traditional corporate finance world, Andy’s eyes were opened to the possibilities of financial planning which led him to pursuing his CFP marks (along with some other designations) before he ever quit his old job to launch his new firm (to ensure (..)

Tax Planning

Nerd's Eye View

AUGUST 21, 2023

Many financial advisors start their own firm because of an entrepreneurial itch, a desire to work with a specific type of client, or perhaps because they want to have more control over their work life. tax planning or working with blended families), as well as the type of clients they like working with the most.

Marketing

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.

Financial Advisor

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. The Rise of Financial Planning Software In financial services, staying updated in real-time has become crucial.

Certified Financial Planner

International College of Financial Planning

FEBRUARY 23, 2024

In the professional domain of finance, the role of a financial planner has become increasingly pivotal. As individuals and businesses alike strive for financial stability and growth, the demand for skilled financial planners has surged.

Financial Planner

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.

Certified Financial Planner

International College of Financial Planning

OCTOBER 26, 2023

Why Do You Need a Financial Planner? In the vast realm of finance, numerous pathways lead to the esteemed financial advisor title. Let’s unveil the roles of these dedicated experts, who tirelessly weave strategies to illuminate the path towards their clients’ financial aspirations. Who is a Financial Advisor?

Certified Financial Planner

Carson Wealth

MAY 30, 2023

By Mike Valenti, CPA, CFP ® , Director, Tax Planning Corporate executives often receive the brunt of the U.S. tax system. Typically, most or all of their income is W-2 income and subject to the higher ordinary tax rates as well as FICA taxes.

Executive Compensation

MainStreet Financial Planning

JUNE 27, 2022

Acts, what that means to you and your Tax Planning in Retirement. Lastly, Larry will take your questions on Tax Planning in Retirement so you can avoid unintended tax consequences in retirement. Mr. Pon is a Certified Public Accountant, Personal Financial Specialist, Certified. Guest commentator: Larry Pon.

Tax Planning

MainStreet Financial Planning

MAY 31, 2022

Tax Planning: Things to work on before year-end. Though it may seem that we’ve just put last tax season to rest, now is the time to work on adjustments to optimize your 2022 taxes! Don’t wait until April 15th, 2023, to think about your taxes…there are things that need to get done by year-end!

Tax Planning

Sara Grillo

OCTOBER 21, 2022

I am an irreverent and fun marketing consultant for financial advisors. Before we get started, I wanted to give hanks to Jonathan Grannick of Wonder Wealth , as well as other financial planners for their input. What is a financial paraplanner? How do you get a job as a financial paraplanner?

Insurance