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Weekend Reading For Financial Planners (January 25–26)

Nerd's Eye View

Enjoy the current installment of "Weekend Reading For Financial Planners" – this week's edition kicks off with the news that while overall financial advisor headcount remains relatively flat, the RIA channel continues to gain share in terms of both headcount (as brokers break away to start their own independent firms and aspiring advisors seek (..)

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Personal finance links: striving for more

Abnormal Returns

peterlazaroff.com) Investing There's no magic rule for asset allocation. financialducksinarow.com) How homebuying is going to change with a new commission regime. (podcasts.apple.com) Peter Lazaroff talks with Manisha Thakor author of “MoneyZen: The Secret to Finding Your “Enough.” thewaiterspad.com)

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What Issues Should I Consider When Reviewing My Investments?

Tobias Financial

SEC registration does not constitute an endorsement of the firm by the Commission, nor does it indicate that the advisor has attained a particular level of skill or ability. The firm only transacts business in states where it is properly registered or is excluded or exempted from registration requirements.

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Presidential Elections: What Do They Mean for Markets?

Tobias Financial

Accordingly, there is a strong case for investors to rely on a consistent approach to asset allocation—making a long-term plan and sticking to it. __ Source: Dimensional Fund Advisors Tobias Financial Advisors is registered as an investment advisor with the SEC. On the contrary, it may lead to costly mistakes.

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Case Study: Portfolio (mis)management by a reputed wealth management firm

Truemind Capital

40% allocation in AIFs and 20% average in debt. All investments were in commission-based regular plans generating a commission of at least INR 50 LAKHS ANNUALLY for the wealth management company & client had NO idea of the hefty commissions going out every year. What’s wrong with this portfolio?

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How a Fee-Only, Flat-Fee Financial Planner Can Save You $114K+

MainStreet Financial Planning

Unlike AUM-based advisors, they do not earn commissions or take a percentage of your investments. Hands-Off Investment Management If you prefer a professional to handle asset allocation, rebalancing, and investment selection, an AUM-based advisor can actively manage your portfolio. Are There Any Benefits to AUM-Based Advisors?

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How Often Should You Rebalance Your 401(k)?

Darrow Wealth Management

Your asset allocation is the percentage of your portfolio that you distribute between different asset classes, like stocks and bonds. To rebalance your portfolio, you’ll buy and sell certain investments to realign to your accounts with your desired asset allocation. Then work down, perhaps going to U.S.