Nerd's Eye View

OCTOBER 6, 2023

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Nerd's Eye View

OCTOBER 11, 2024

Enjoy the current installment of "Weekend Reading For Financial Planners" - this week's edition kicks off with the news that a CFP Board ad campaign promoting a career in financial planning to high school and college students sparked an uproar in the planning community, as some advisors questioned whether the messages being sent in the ads – (..)

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Nerd's Eye View

SEPTEMBER 9, 2024

While the share of advisors with the CFP marks has risen steadily over time, today, about 2/3 of financial advisors are not CFP professionals. The typical service advisor without CFP certification earns $48.83 for service advisors with the CFP marks – a difference of $37.47, or a whopping 77% boost in income per hour!

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Nerd's Eye View

SEPTEMBER 27, 2024

Also in industry news this week: As brokerage firms have faced a wave of lawsuits regarding the low interest rates paid on cash sweep accounts, some legal experts believe that RIAs could also be targeted for legal action if they allow clients' uninvested cash to sit in a cash sweep account rather than investing it or moving it to a higher-yielding (..)

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Nerd's Eye View

OCTOBER 25, 2024

Nonetheless, given Kitces Research findings that being 'too' comprehensive can eat into a firm's bottom line, advisors might seek a 'sweet spot' of providing a comprehensive slate of services (but not necessarily every possible service) that are most valuable for their ideal target client.

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Nerd's Eye View

OCTOBER 27, 2023

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NAIFA Advisor Today

FEBRUARY 25, 2025

Thats why I, Ken Leibow, Founder and CEO of InsurTech Express, have partnered with Nick Bowman, CFP, MS, CEP, Co-founder & Head of Sales at Xcela, to bring you this actionable guide on leveraging AI to enhance your practice.

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Nerd's Eye View

FEBRUARY 10, 2023

Enjoy the current installment of “Weekend Reading For Financial Planners” - this week’s edition kicks off with the news that according to CFP Board leaders, “everything is on the table” when it comes to the organization’s announced competency standards review.

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Nerd's Eye View

SEPTEMBER 13, 2024

Which means that while many fee-only RIAs use the reduced conflicts that come with the fee-only model (as opposed to firms that receive compensation from commissions and other sources) as a key marketing talking point, the fact remains that being truly 'conflict free' is nearly impossible and such claims (which are hard to substantiate) appear to be (..)

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Nerd's Eye View

AUGUST 11, 2023

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Nerd's Eye View

NOVEMBER 18, 2022

Also in industry news this week: The CFP Board has proposed a series of changes to its disciplinary processes, including a two-year deadline for advisors subject to an interim suspension to file a petition for reinstatement. How advisors can help their clients turn their HSAs into wealth-building machines.

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Nerd's Eye View

FEBRUARY 16, 2024

Which suggests that while advisors might be hesitant to publish their fees on their website before being able to meet face-to-face with prospects, doing so (and linking the fees to the value proposition they offer their ideal clients) could help certain consumers overcome their reluctance and start the process to becoming clients!

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Nerd's Eye View

AUGUST 18, 2023

Enjoy the current installment of "Weekend Reading For Financial Planners" - this week's edition kicks off with the news that a recent study has found that consumers are increasingly likely to spread their portfolios across a range of asset managers, and that this trend is particularly pronounced amongst more affluent clients (e.g.,

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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 19, 2022

Enjoy the current installment of “Weekend Reading For Financial Planners” - this week’s edition kicks off with the news that the FPA is planning to leave the Financial Planning Coalition (which also includes the CFP Board and NAPFA) at the end of the year.

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Nerd's Eye View

FEBRUARY 9, 2024

Enjoy the current installment of "Weekend Reading For Financial Planners" – this week's edition kicks off with the news that a recent survey sponsored by CFP Board demonstrates the upsides of a career in financial planning, from a median salary of nearly $200,000 to flexible work schedules and a strong sense of purpose among advisors.

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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

APRIL 28, 2023

House of Representatives committee this week approved legislation that would expand the pool of individuals who would qualify as accredited investors able to access certain private offerings Proposed bipartisan legislation would allow individuals to use funds in 529 plans for expenses associated with acquiring or maintaining postsecondary credentials, (..)

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Nerd's Eye View

APRIL 14, 2023

Also in industry news this week: The Foundation For Financial Planning has gotten a boost toward its goal of connecting 10,000 CFP professionals with pro bono work thanks to increased funding from Orion Advisor Solutions FINRA has resubmitted a proposal, now with tighter rules, that would allow a broker working remotely to supervise other brokers, (..)

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Nerd's Eye View

FEBRUARY 2, 2024

Enjoy the current installment of "Weekend Reading For Financial Planners" - this week's edition kicks off with the news that a Morningstar survey has found that financial advisory clients are more likely to stick with their advisor for emotional reasons rather than investment returns alone.

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Nerd's Eye View

MAY 19, 2023

And despite some industry observers’ concerns that AI tools could eventually replace human advisors, a strong majority of those surveyed said they do not expect AI to replace advice from humans.

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Nerd's Eye View

JULY 17, 2023

has increasingly made financial services products available directly to consumers, financial advisors have focused more and more on the business of financial advice itself.

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Nerd's Eye View

JANUARY 13, 2025

With another strong year in the markets, most advisory firms are near or at record highs for their revenue, their numbers of clients, and the headcounts of their teams. Which is surprising to some, given that a decade ago, the emergence of so-called "robo-advisors" was supposed to displace human financial advisors and compress advisory fees.

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Nerd's Eye View

AUGUST 19, 2022

Enjoy the current installment of “Weekend Reading For Financial Planners” - this week’s edition kicks off with the news that the FPA is planning to leave the Financial Planning Coalition (which also includes the CFP Board and NAPFA) at the end of the year.

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Nerd's Eye View

JULY 25, 2022

Yet despite this – and perhaps even because of it – advisory firms are putting an ever-greater focus on financial planning in 2022, as a way to both show value to clients in the midst of difficult market returns, and, more broadly, to help clients navigate the current environment. A gap our Kitces Courses aim to fill!

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Nerd's Eye View

JULY 8, 2024

Given the continuing growth of advicers who fall under these new IAR CE Requirements, the Kitces platform is not only continuing to offer IAR CE (along with all of its other CE types) through its Nerd's Eye View blog articles, but, starting this year, has also expanded IAR CE eligibility to our webinars as well.

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Nerd's Eye View

AUGUST 29, 2022

For most advisory firms, 2022 has been a year of relative stability, market volatility notwithstanding. Over the years, Nerd’s Eye View reader feedback has shaped everything from the visual design of the blog (from its original dense small font!)

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Tobias Financial

APRIL 1, 2025

We are excited to welcome Francheska Ruiz, CFP and Chad Williamson, CFP to our team as Wealth Advisors. Francheska brings a personalized, forward-thinking approach to financial planning, helping clients navigate complex financial decisions with confidence.

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Tobias Financial

DECEMBER 15, 2024

Our CEO, Marianela Collado, CPA/PFS, CFP, CDS is an example of how this combination of skills can benefit clients. Furthermore, our in-house CPAs work closely with the advisory team to provide a coordinated approach, ensuring that tax and financial strategies align effectively for our clients.

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eMoney Advisor

MAY 1, 2023

Also, the fact that many AAPI clients are first-generation Americans emphasizes the importance of cultural awareness for financial planners. John Eing, MBA, CPA, CFP® “Understanding cultural values can make you a better financial planner. John Eing, MBA, CPA, CFP® “Understanding cultural values can make you a better financial planner.

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Pacifica Wealth

JUNE 1, 2023

Robert was recently featured on the CFP® website with advice on financially managing sudden wealth, whether from an inheritance, business sale, lawsuit settlement, or stock options. See an excerpt from his article below, and read the full article on the CFP® website. Read the full article on the CFP® website.

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Million Dollar Round Table (MDRT)

APRIL 23, 2023

What does that mean for advisors working entirely or partially remote from their clients? Research and sharing Three years ago, Sofia Dumansky, MBA, LUTCF , primarily worked only with clients in Connecticut and Massachusetts. Now, because of the opportunities that Zoom provides, she has licenses and clients in 12 states.

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Indigo Marketing Agency

MARCH 6, 2023

Culture, in a positive way, is a tool that can be used to attract the right people to your business, both stakeholders and clients. Similarly, potential clients of your business want the same. This article represents the opinion of Mitlin Financial Inc. It can also be used to repel both as well.

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Tobias Financial

DECEMBER 20, 2024

Guided by a common purpose, shared culture, and objectives, we believe, as our CEO Marianela Collado, CPA/PFS, CFP, CDS often says, that a happy team equals happy clients. We prioritize work-life balance with flexible schedules and emphasize the importance of physical and mental wellness through team activities and initiatives.

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MainStreet Financial Planning

NOVEMBER 9, 2023

Many of our clients have used Mint and it has been a favorite of MainStreet Financial Planning for many years. YNAB – YNAB stands for “You Need a Budget” and it is one that I have personally used and recommend to friends and clients. I enjoy their UX and their philosophy to “give every dollar a job”. year or $8.33/month.

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Walkner Condon Financial Advisors

JUNE 2, 2023

And in our research for this article, we were happy to learn that we are trending in the right direction. Making More Room for Women in the Financial Planning Profession The CFP Board’s Women’s Initiative wrote a white paper titled Making More Room for Women in the Financial Planning Profession. Whether it’s an objective topic (e.g.,

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eMoney Advisor

JANUARY 12, 2023

Best for: All financial professionals, though most of the pro bono counseling opportunities are for CFP® professionals. E&O insurance: Yes, for CFP® pros in good standing who have completed training. Best for: Professionals with CFP®, CPA, ChFC®, CLU®, EA, CSLP®, or CDFA® credentials who want to help women. Britepaths.

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