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Weekend Reading For Financial Planners (December 21–22)

Nerd's Eye View

Together, these proposed changes (which are currently open for public comment) suggest CFP Board is seeking to ensure that those with the marks not only have sufficient education and experience upon receiving them, but also maintain and sharpen their skills over the course of their careers.

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50th Anniversary Of The CFP Marks: The Journey, Current State Of CFP Board, And Growing The Financial Planning Profession

Nerd's Eye View

So, in the late 1960s, a movement began to organize and promote best practices that would establish financial planning as a true profession. As a result, in 1973, a group of 35 planners became the inaugural recipients of the CFP marks.

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Weekend Reading For Financial Planners (December 14–15)

Nerd's Eye View

Also in industry news this week: While the SEC has had the power to restrict mandatory arbitration clauses in RIA client agreements for more than a decade, an advisory committee meeting this week suggests support for such a measure isn't unanimous CFP Board saw a record number of exam-takers during 2024, reflecting recognition of the professional and (..)

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Weekend Reading For Financial Planners (June 8-9)

Nerd's Eye View

Also in industry news this week: Backers announced the new Texas Stock Exchange, which seeks to provide companies with a lower-cost alternative to the NYSE and Nasdaq, which, if successful, could create a more competitive landscape and potentially better execution and reduced trading costs for financial advisors and their clients The American College (..)

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Why Service Advisors Who Obtain CFP Marks Are Making More Money For Themselves And Their Firms

Nerd's Eye View

The typical service advisor without CFP certification earns $48.83 The typical service advisor without CFP certification earns $48.83 Hence, CFP certification appears to be a crucial vehicle by which service advisors can experience continued income growth over time without stalling out. hour, compared to $120.00

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Financial Planning Tips For Advisors with Special Needs Clients

BlueMind

Category: Client Relations Financial planning is difficult for anyone, and even more so for someone who is a special needs person or has such a family member. The eligibility criteria require you to have an approved Disability Tax Credit Certificate by the government.

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Navigating the World of Forefield Advisor Marketing

Midstream Marketing

With regular updates, webinars, and reports, advisors can learn about market changes, new rules, and developing financial planning methods. Access to Expert Insights: The platform has a collection of articles, blogs, and papers written by industry experts. This makes sure all shared content meets industry rules.