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How clients saving for retirement can benefit from higher interest rates

Nationwide Financial

From 2010 to 2020, inflation as measured by the Consumer Price Index averaged around 2 percent, a relatively low level by historical standards. Unfortunately, however, interest rates offered by financial institutions to savers were also very low. From 2010-2019, the average interest rate on a one-year certificate of deposit was about.5%,

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Roth IRA Conversions: Finalizing Your Plans Before Year-End

Ballast Advisors

As we bid adieu to this year, it’s a golden opportunity for savvy investors and retirement planners to give their strategies a once-over, particularly when it comes to Roth IRA conversions. Since 2010, everyone, regardless of income, can join in. You’ll need to weave them into your overall financial tapestry with care.

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

Sara Grillo

From this vantagepoint, she gained unique insight into how financial advice and products are delivered to investors. In 2008, Kelly began working directly with clients as a financial planner. She has helped hundreds of clients achieve their financial and life goals. Financial Advisor or Investment Salesperson?

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This broker vs. financial advisor debate got ABSOLUTELY crazy!

Sara Grillo

A student of the industry, he also has the following designations: the Fellow, Life Management Institute (FLMI), the Chartered Life Underwriter (CLU), the Chartered Financial Consultant (ChFC), the Certified Financial Planner (CFP), and the Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA). Matt Pruitt, CFP®, CFA®. Doug Twiddy.

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How to Make $1,000 Fast (33 Quick Ways to Make $1,000 This Month)

Good Financial Cents

Once you find your niche, you’ll find clients all over the web.” – Kevin Mercadante, Freelance Writer since 2010 If there’s a topic area where you’re knowledgeable, and you have a desire to write on a regular basis, this could be the side hustle for you. In my case, it was my experience as a financial planner.

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Should the CFP Board police financial advisor “bad apples”? The debate continues! (Part Two)

Sara Grillo

Salaske: Yeah, I don’t agree with the CFP Board becoming any type of regulator whatsoever over financial advisors, financial planners, whatever you wanna call us in the advice space. Wright: Well, and to respond to that, if I may. The confusion is with the CFP.

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