Trade Brains

JULY 9, 2025

Real Returns: The True Metric If your investments deliver 8% nominal annual returns , with 2.8% Out-of-pocket expenses cover ~62% of these, and insurance premiums are rising 10–15% in 2025 alone. That means if your retirement plan underestimates medical costs, you risk serious shortfalls. CPI, your real return is ~5.2%.

Retirement Planning

Nerd's Eye View

MAY 2, 2025

a ski chalet), assessing whether it will lead to greater overall wellbeing, or, alternatively, more stress, is more challenging Enjoy the 'light' reading!

Financial Planner

Trade Brains

JULY 3, 2025

Mutual funds are one of the most popular ways for people to make investments and generate wealth over time. One of the common questions that arise with persons earning a salary is “How much of my salary should I invest in mutual funds?” You can also invest in ELSS funds in case you also want to save for taxes.

Investments

NAIFA Advisor Today

JANUARY 28, 2025

As a Retirement Income Certified Professional and a Life and Annuities Certified Professional, John advises clients on retirement planning, investment planning, and risk management. His primary focus is to help people align their financial decisions with their values and truths to live enriching lives.

Financial Planner

Fintoo

JUNE 26, 2025

Once confined to paper certificates, vaults, and real estate deeds, wealth today lives in the cloud, in digital wallets, on investment platforms, and across financial apps. Why cybersecurity is the new cornerstone of wealth protection in 2025 The way we understand, grow, and store wealth has transformed drastically.

Certification

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.

Financial Planner

Nerd's Eye View

NOVEMBER 3, 2023

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Financial Planner

Nerd's Eye View

DECEMBER 25, 2023

We start with several articles on retirement planning: Data showing where American retirees currently stand, from their average net worth to how they spend each hour of the day How, according to a recent study, delaying Social Security benefits typically leads to greater lifetime wealth than claiming benefits early in order to reduce portfolio withdrawals (..)

Financial Advisor

Nerd's Eye View

MARCH 8, 2024

Enjoy the current installment of “Weekend Reading For Financial Planners” – this week’s edition kicks off with the news that RIA clients of an insurance broker providing Errors & Omissions (E&O) coverage saw a 213% increase in claims paid in 2023, attributed to significant jumps in suitability claims (likely stemming (..)

Financial Planner

MainStreet Financial Planning

MARCH 15, 2023

Even though the federal government has rescued SVB and guaranteed all deposits over the FDIC insurance limit of $250,000 per account, that doesn’t mean they will be doing it again for other banks. Let’s review and recap how Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation (FDIC) insurance works and what other alternatives are available.

Insurance Coverage

Carson Wealth

OCTOBER 6, 2022

1. Employer match on 401(k) plans. There’s not a lot of mystery surrounding the 401(k) retirement and savings investment plan. Typically, an HSA is used by people with high-deductible health insurance plans to pay out-of-pocket expenses. 4. Group disability and group life insurance.

Education

WiserAdvisor

MARCH 30, 2023

With the several investment strategies available to us, choosing one that suits your unique investment objectives can be confusing. A goal-based investing approach is one such strategy. Consider consulting with a professional financial advisor who can help you understand whether a goal-based investing approach is right for you.

Investments

International College of Financial Planning

NOVEMBER 10, 2021

There is great demand for Investment Advisor professionals in India and here we look at the various Investment Advisor Courses and Training Programs that you can take. The demand for Investment Advisors has been constantly rising over the last two decades. Types of Investment Advisor Courses and Training Programs.

Investment Advisor

WiserAdvisor

JANUARY 3, 2024

But the one thing that remains constant in this advice is that investing is essential to secure a comfortable retirement. Yet, the path to building a robust investment portfolio for retirement can be an intimidating task. As your investments grow over time, you will not owe any taxes when you withdraw the funds in retirement.

Retirement

WiserAdvisor

SEPTEMBER 22, 2022

Investing can help you grow your net worth and achieve financial goals that may seem unattainable on a salary. How you use this income to invest in the market decides your overall financial standing to a large extent. Most people are not rich due to their salaries but because of their investment returns. How to invest safely.

Investments

WiserAdvisor

AUGUST 31, 2023

They can assess your financial situation, long-term goals, risk tolerance, and investment preferences to create personalized strategies. They can also help you optimize your savings and investment plans, ensuring that you maximize your earning potential while minimizing risks. But their support does not end there.

Financial Advisor

Clever Girl Finance

MARCH 19, 2024

So keep reading, and get ready to take some action to kick-start your own solid money plan. What is a financial plan? It details your current money situation and financial system, including investing, saving, retirement, and estate planning. And do I have any money invested? You should also go over the numbers.

Financial Planning

Carson Wealth

DECEMBER 1, 2022

CFP ® , Director of Consumer Investment Research. Invest in Yourself and Your Human Capital. Plus, investing in yourself early sets you up for higher lifetime earnings and the potential for building greater lifetime wealth. The earlier you invest in yourself, the earlier you will begin building additional wealth.

Retirement Planning

Good Financial Cents

NOVEMBER 16, 2022

If you have $500 to invest right now, you probably feel on top of the world. Many multi-millionaires started investing small sums, even $10 or $25 per month! The key to making your $500 grow is to put in an investment that suits your risk tolerance and goals and add more regularly. Table of Contents 13 Best Ways to Invest $500.

Investments

Good Financial Cents

AUGUST 18, 2023

When I became an accredited investor, I found myself among an elite group with the financial means and regulatory clearance to access investments that many couldn’t. This opened doors to exclusive realms like hedge funds, venture capital firms, specific investment funds, private equity funds, and more.

Investments

Trade Brains

DECEMBER 7, 2023

From budgeting basics to investments, these courses offer a comprehensive foundation for managing your money in a better way. Personal Finance for Beginners by FinGrad FinGrad Academy is an educational platform that offers various courses on financial products for better investment opportunities. You can enroll in the course here.

Budgeting

International College of Financial Planning

JULY 20, 2022

Insurance and Risk Contract. Legal principles in insurance. Life insurance needs analysis and policy analysis. Medical insurance. Insurance of business risk. CFP courses include Finance Courses, Financial Planning Courses , Risk Analysis & Insurance Planning Courses, Tax & Estate Planning Courses, etc.

Risk Analysis

Sara Grillo

OCTOBER 31, 2022

Form ADV Part 3 (also called Customer Relationship Summary) requires SEC-registered investment advisers to prepare a “plain English” summary of the data presented in Part I and II. If the person is an insurance agent or solely a broker selling commission-based products, they will not have to file a Form ADV. Firstmetric. Scott Salaske.

Financial Advisor

Truemind Capital

FEBRUARY 2, 2021

HR is asking to submit investment proofs by the end of the month. This reminded him of the last time when he didn’t submit any investment proof, a significant portion of his salary was deducted in lieu of taxes. Little did Rohit know that he ended up investing in a pension plan with a commitment to pay fixed annual premiums.

Taxes

WiserAdvisor

AUGUST 26, 2022

DIY financial planning can be a great way to control your finances and ensure that your money is being managed in the way you want. Planned DIY can help you identify risky investments, manage cash flow and debts and maximize profits. A financial plan must include the following components: Your net worth. Emergency funds.

Management

Clever Girl Finance

NOVEMBER 21, 2023

What to do with $50k before you invest it! What is the best investment for $50k? What to do with $50k before you invest it! If you’re lucky enough to have 50k in cash, the obvious move is to invest it. Figure out a payment plan that works for you—and your other investment plans—and take things from there.

Accounting

International College of Financial Planning

APRIL 25, 2024

This certification is recognized globally and showcases a deep, systematic understanding of personal financial management, including investment planning, risk management, tax planning, and retirement planning. Compared to investment advisors, CFP® offer a more comprehensive service.

Certification

Gen Y Planning

APRIL 3, 2023

But with so many retirement investing and saving vehicles, it can take time to decide what options suit you and your long-term goals. For example, if you’re having a child , you might be overwhelmed with new financial considerations: college planning, life insurance, childcare costs, etc.

Financial Advisor

WiserAdvisor

MARCH 2, 2023

Investing an amount as big as a million dollars can be a big decision. As the world continues to recover from the pandemic and economies stabilize, the investment landscape is evolving rapidly. Here are some tips on where to invest 1 million dollars to ensure long-term financial security and stability.

Investments

Sara Grillo

AUGUST 25, 2023

Pure fiduciaries These are advisors who hold no insurance or brokerage licenses and are considered pure fiduciaries. Clients are given full access to our entire offering (investments, retirement, college, insurance, tax, estate, etc.) So they are actually starting their investment journeys with me.

Financial Advisor

International College of Financial Planning

JULY 30, 2022

Earning the CFP designation requires a rigorous course of study covering investment planning, income taxation, retirement planning and risk management. A Person who completes the CFP course is qualified to provide financial planning services to those with a high degree of financial responsibility.

Certified Financial Planner

International College of Financial Planning

MARCH 31, 2023

Wealth management involves a range of financial services as an investment, finance, real estate, tax, and risk management. Wealth managers work closely with their clients to understand their unique financial situations, risk tolerance, and investment goals to develop customized solutions that meet their needs.

Wealth Management

Sara Grillo

AUGUST 14, 2023

Researching costs of investments, services, and products rendered to the client Assessing if risk is reasonable for the client Assessing if performance expectations are reasonable for the client But these are all loose definitions. The word “fiduciary” is not a marketing term, not just something you throw out there to virtue signal.

Financial Advisor

International College of Financial Planning

DECEMBER 9, 2024

Career Advancement CFP professionals enjoy significant advantages in the job market, particularly in sectors like: Asset management Wealth management Insurance Retail banking Non-banking financial companies Financial Rewards CFP professionals, especially in metropolitan areas, can earn substantial incomes.

CFP

International College of Financial Planning

DECEMBER 29, 2024

The Evolution of Financial Planning The financial planning industry has transformed significantly over the past decade. Modern financial planners must navigate complex investment products, understand evolving tax regulations, and adapt to technological innovations.

CFP

WiserAdvisor

APRIL 25, 2023

When investing in a 401(k), one of the most important decisions you can make is how often to rebalance your portfolio. Many people invest in their company-sponsored 401(k)s but only sometimes take the time to review the investments within the account. How often should I rebalance my 401(k)?

Risk Tolerance

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. These advisors charge a fee for security analysis and investment recommendations.

Financial Advisor