Mastering the Transfer Certificate
Wealth Management
OCTOBER 21, 2024
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Weekend Reading For Financial Planners (December 21–22)
Nerd's Eye View
DECEMBER 20, 2024
Enjoy the current installment of "Weekend Reading For Financial Planners" - this week's edition kicks off with the news that the CFP Board announced a series of proposed changes to its certification requirements, including an increase in required Continuing Education (CE) hours for current certificants to 40 hours every two years (up from the current (..)
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Certifications in Wealth Management: Elevating Standards and Shaping Futures
Wealth Management
MAY 1, 2024
Certified advisors differentiate themselves by being equipped to offer comprehensive services that address complex client needs.
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IWI Focuses on Alts, Investment Implementation with CIMA Changes
Wealth Management
APRIL 10, 2024
The Investments & Wealth Institute has updated its CIMA certification curriculum and exam for the first time since 2019.
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Alternatives Need to Become Part of Core Portfolio Strategy, CAIA Event Stressed
Wealth Management
JANUARY 11, 2024
A redesigned CAIA certification program for alternative investments highlights the need for advisors to approach the sector as a long-term, strategic play.
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Wealthfront’s Automated Bond Ladder vs. a Certificate of Deposit (CD)
Wealthfront
NOVEMBER 25, 2024
At a high level, this means borrowing costs (like the rate you pay on credit card debt or a mortgage) are likely to fall, but the interest […] The post Wealthfront’s Automated Bond Ladder vs. a Certificate of Deposit (CD) appeared first on Wealthfront Blog.
Adviser links: different needs
Abnormal Returns
FEBRUARY 10, 2025
crr.bc.edu) Advisers Certifications are important, but connecting with clients is paramount. (morningstar.com) Robinhood's ($HOOD) proposed robo-advisor offering seems plain vanilla. riabiz.com) Health The case against HSAs. kitces.com) People seem to underestimate the chances of needing long term care.
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The Case for More 401(k) Education and Training
Wealth Management
AUGUST 2, 2022
Empty certifications that require no experience and limited interaction only adds to plan sponsors’ mistrust of the industry.
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CFP Board’s Fee Increase For Workforce Development: More Advisors Or Just More Sales Churn?
Nerd's Eye View
JULY 18, 2022
Given the substantial risk that CFP Board’s increase in certification fees is funding the marketing efforts of product manufacturers, there are steps that CFP Board can take to ensure that fee increases are actually supporting the long-term expansion in the number of financial planners. Read More.
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Bank CDs Are an Insult to America’s Savers
Wealth Management
MARCH 1, 2023
Big financial institutions don’t feel the need to offer competitive rates on certificates of deposit, which are universally below the world’s safest asset: Treasury bills.
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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
SEPTEMBER 25, 2023
The rising popularity of CFP certification was thanks in large part to CFP Board's setting of rigorous educational and examination requirements that established a high bar of competency for those who wished to use the CFP marks.
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How Marketing With The CFP Marks Reduces Client Acquisition Costs And Accelerates Revenue Growth
Nerd's Eye View
MARCH 27, 2023
In the context of financial advisors, surveys have shown that CFP certification serves as an important branding signal for consumers seeking the services of a qualified advisor. For instance, a 2015 study found that consumers had higher brand awareness of the CFP marks, even more than the well-known ChFC, CFA, CLU, and PFS designations.
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Personal finance links: ignoring the lottery
Abnormal Returns
JANUARY 4, 2023
bestinterest.blog) The return on certificates of deposit are once again worth a look. (evidenceinvestor.com) Why you should think about 'investing' your time instead of 'spending' it. wsj.com) Why we need to prepare for predictable disasters.
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#FASuccess Ep 428: Leveraging (Salesforce) CRM To Really Systematize A Mid-Sized Advisory Firm, With Lorie Jones
Nerd's Eye View
MARCH 11, 2025
We also talk about how Lorie advanced from what was originally a purely administrative role at her first firm to eventually take on leadership of firm operations as a partner at a new advisory firm (allowing her to nerd out on Salesforce and spreadsheets) and then eventually adding advisory responsibilities and ultimately becoming a full-time advisor, (..)
Weekend Reading For Financial Planners (October 7-8)
Nerd's Eye View
OCTOBER 6, 2023
Enjoy the current installment of "Weekend Reading For Financial Planners" - this week's edition kicks off with the news that a recent survey found that clients across several countries who work with a CFP professional have better outcomes on a range of measures compared to those working with other advisors or no advisor at all, suggesting that the (..)
Weekend Reading For Financial Planners (Feb 11-12)
Nerd's Eye View
FEBRUARY 10, 2023
Among others, one notable item that could be reviewed is the current certification requirement that a candidate must have attained at least a bachelor’s degree, which some observers have suggested limits the pool of potential CFP professionals at a time of high demand for advisor talent.
Weekend Reading For Financial Planners (December 14–15)
Nerd's Eye View
DECEMBER 13, 2024
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 (..)
Celebrating Grace Kvantas Achieving the CDFA® Certification to Enhance Divorce Financial Guidance
Financial Symmetry
SEPTEMBER 16, 2024
We are excited to announce that Grace Kvantas has recently achieved the Certified Divorce Financial Analyst (CDFA®) certification. … Continued The post Celebrating Grace Kvantas Achieving the CDFA® Certification to Enhance Divorce Financial Guidance appeared first on Financial Symmetry, Inc.
Weekend Reading For Financial Planners (April 29-30) 2023
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, (..)
Weekend Reading For Financial Planners (August 12-13)
Nerd's Eye View
AUGUST 11, 2023
Enjoy the current installment of "Weekend Reading For Financial Planners" - this week's edition kicks off with the news that the Massachusetts Secretary of the Commonwealth has launched an investigation into how investment firms are using artificial intelligence-enabled technologies, echoing concerns expressed by the SEC that these tools could be used (..)
CFP® Certification Course: From Novice to Expert in Holistic Financial Planning
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. Individuals who earn this certification are thoroughly prepared to offer expert financial advice.
Weekend Reading For Financial Planners (September 14–September 15)
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 (..)
The Stock Market Never Changes
A Wealth of Common Sense
JULY 12, 2024
Messengers with huge black boxes on wheels, filled with stock and bond certificates, scurried from broker to broker tr. One of my favorite parts of the book is where Ellis looks at how Wall Street has changed in the past 50 years: MBAs were uncommon. PhDs were never seen. Commissions still averaged 40 cents a share.
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Weekend Reading For Financial Planners (February 24-25)
Nerd's Eye View
FEBRUARY 23, 2024
Also in industry news this week: A recent study has found that advisors who gain additional credentials tend to see a boost both in their confidence and in their business metrics, with the CFP certification standing out in terms of value The implications for RIAs of a proposed Treasury Department rule that would subject many firms to certain anti-money-laundering (..)
The Impact of Financial Planner Certification or CFP® on Career Growth
International College of Financial Planning
FEBRUARY 23, 2024
At the heart of this profession lies the financial planner certification, a credential that not only signifies expertise but also opens doors to significant career opportunities. This certification is recognized globally and is considered a benchmark for competence and professionalism in financial planning.
#FA Success Ep 384: Growing An Advisor Career From (Bank) Assistant To Partner While Also Growing A Family, With Hannah Provost
Nerd's Eye View
MAY 7, 2024
In this episode, we talk in-depth about how Hannah embarked on this career journey while also building a family, including how Hannah balanced work, family, and the educational demands of building the credentials needed to effectively serve clients (by reminding herself that the demanding workload was a temporary stop on the way to more long-term rewards), (..)
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Kitces & Carl Ep 135: Do Experienced Financial Planners Have A Professional Obligation To Create Job Opportunities For The Next Generation?
Nerd's Eye View
APRIL 4, 2024
On a smaller scale, meanwhile, several firms have implemented residency programs designed to offer meaningful work experience to young planners fresh out of school who are able to take on entry-level work, meet their experience requirements for their CFP certification, and then leave after 2 or 3 years.
How to Crush the CFP? Exam ?: Part 1
Alpha Architect
SEPTEMBER 12, 2023
Let’s talk about the right approach(es) and the proper study techniques you need to pass the CFPⓇ exam with confidence and get the certification you need to advance your career in finance and investing. How to Crush the CFPⓇ Exam ?: Part 1 was originally published at Alpha Architect.
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Why Service Advisors Who Obtain CFP Marks Are Making More Money For Themselves And Their Firms
Nerd's Eye View
SEPTEMBER 9, 2024
The typical service advisor without CFP certification earns $48.83 The knowledge obtained through CFP certification can forge a more planning-centric practice, offering financial plans that are more comprehensive and updated more frequently – which are clear value-adds for high-net-worth households who often have complex planning needs.
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Announcing Expanded IAR CE And Price Updates And The State Of The (Nerd’s Eye View) Blog
Nerd's Eye View
DECEMBER 12, 2022
Combined with the continued availability of CE credit for CFP certification, CPA and EA licenses, and various Investment & Wealth Institute (IWI) and American College designations, Kitces Premier Members have a wide variety of opportunities to fulfill their CE requirements.
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Saturday links: cloudy predictions
Abnormal Returns
OCTOBER 7, 2023
vox.com) Joby ($JOBY) is clearing more hurdles on the way to certification. (nytimes.com) How much energy could cargo ship 'sails' save? npr.org) The propane industry wants a chunk of the school bus market. newatlas.com) U.S. airlines are lagging in the use of sustainable fuels.
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Serving Pro Bono Clients As A Busy Advisor: How Advisers Give Back Makes Volunteering Easy
Nerd's Eye View
AUGUST 15, 2022
Any advisor with the CFP certification can use the AGB platform after completing an online, 60-minute training session, after which advisors can set their availability for pro bono client meetings. For instance, AGB connects with pro bono clients so advisors do not need to spend time advertising their services.
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Weekend Reading For Financial Planners (June 8-9)
Nerd's Eye View
JUNE 7, 2024
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 (..)
How Amazon Become Ordinary
The Big Picture
AUGUST 1, 2022
I’ve been an Amazon customer since my college roommate gave me a gift certificate in 1998. Let’s use Amazon as an example, but we could easily run the same exercise for all six of the behemoths. ~~~. Between my home and office, I spend an obscene percentage of my discretionary budget at Amazon.
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The Limitations of SOC2 Audits in Preventing Cybersecurity Breaches: A Critical Analysis
Advisor Perspectives
DECEMBER 24, 2024
This analysis explores why SOC2 certification, despite its widespread adoption and respected status, may provide a false sense of security and prove inadequate in protecting organizations against modern cyber threats.
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#FA Success Ep 357: Building A High-Tech High-Touch Advisory Firm With The Modern Advisor Tech Stack, With Jon Henderson
Nerd's Eye View
OCTOBER 31, 2023
In this episode, we talk in-depth about how Jon evolved his "high tech and high touch" mindset to serving clients by regularly iterating upon and updating his advisor tech stack while also elevating his long-time client service administrator into a more holistic client concierge (because the future isn't about tech or human service, it's tech and human (..)
Best Practices For Running A Financial Planning Internship Program (And Creating A More Productive Outlook)
Nerd's Eye View
MAY 22, 2023
Recognizing the potential impact that a lack of internships for a generation of planners could have on the industry, in 2020 the Financial Planning Association (FPA) launched "The Externship", a virtual program that provided participants with access to mentorships with financial planning practitioners, technology commonly used in financial planning, (..)
Serving Pro Bono Clients As A Busy Advisor: How Advisers Give Back Makes Volunteering Easy
Nerd's Eye View
AUGUST 15, 2022
Any advisor with the CFP certification can use the AGB platform after completing an online, 60-minute training session, after which advisors can set their availability for pro bono client meetings. For instance, AGB connects with pro bono clients so advisors do not need to spend time advertising their services.
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#FA Success Ep 353: Driving Growth By Setting A Clear Vision Of What You Do Best In Your Business(es), With Brett Danko
Nerd's Eye View
OCTOBER 3, 2023
What's unique about Brett, though, is how he has leveraged his passion for teaching to build one of the most popular CFP exam prep programs in the country, while also growing his own RIA to $2 billion in AUM… by focusing on just his unique financial planning strengths, and learning to delegate the rest by hiring a President, Chief Operating Officer, (..)
#FA Success Ep 330: Raising And Lowering Fee Minimums To Manage Growth Pace And Advisor Capacity, With Ari Weisbard
Nerd's Eye View
APRIL 25, 2023
We discuss about why Ari and his partner sought to bring more diversity to their hiring process not by trying to seek diverse candidates, but instead by removing industry-specific certification requirements and offering paid parental leave so that they can attract more diverse candidates who have the essential communication and client empathy skills (..)
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Announcing IAR Ethics CE Day And The State Of The (Nerd’s Eye View) Blog
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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NAIFA Members Earn the LACP Designation
NAIFA Advisor Today
AUGUST 11, 2022
Congratulations to the NAIFA members who earned the Life and Annuity Certified Professional (LACP) certification during the July testing window. Julianne Hertel, LACP , (loyal member since 2009), financial advisor and founder at Dream Big Wealth Strategies, LLC , in Worcester, MA.
21 High Paying Medical Jobs Without A Degree To Explore
Clever Girl Finance
AUGUST 10, 2023
Educational requirements: High school diploma or your GED and a patient care technician certificate. Educational requirements: High school diploma or get a GED, and, typically, a certificate program or get an associate’s degree. You might also be required to conduct healths coaching sessions and pass a certification exam.
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#FASuccess Ep 430: Navigating The Fast-Growth Hiring Challenges Of Scaling From Scratch To $5M Of Revenue In Just 7 Years, With AJ Ayers
Nerd's Eye View
MARCH 25, 2025
And be certain to listen to the end, where AJ shares how she and her business partner decided to delegate responsibility for day-to-day firm operations (allowing them to dial back their own founder work schedules to two days per week), why AJ decided to hire an HR professional to serve as a "people person" who could help build company culture in a (..)
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