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Adviser links: estate uncertainty

Abnormal Returns

Advisortech The CFP Board has released guidelines for using AI. kitces.com) Estate planning Estate plans are a big lift for everyone, including advisers themselves. kindnessfp.com) Why clients need to organize their digital assets for estate planning purposes. abnormalreturns.com)

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Who Needs Estate Planning?

Carson Wealth

CFP ® , Director of Consumer Investment Research? . Estate Planning isn’t fun to think about. But estate planning is so much more than terminal actions – it helps set a stage for a rich life while protecting against unnecessary taxes and family feuds. . Who needs estate planning?

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9 Year-End Planning Tips from a Wealth Planner

Carson Wealth

Petersen, CPA, CFP ® , CP, Affluent Wealth Planning The holidays are upon us! That must mean it’s time to roll up my sleeves and get to work on year-end financial planning – with an emphasis on 2023 income tax. Lastly, I allocate the retirement plan contributions between Roth and Traditional 401(k) accounts.

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Identifying the four stages of transition for widows 

Million Dollar Round Table (MDRT)

CFP While the journey through grief and widowhood is unique to each widow, it will likely progress through four stages of transition. This is the time to do comprehensive financial planning: retirement planning, investment planning, tax planning and estate planning. By Laura H. Mattia, Ph.D.,

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What Estate Plan Documents Do I Need?

Carson Wealth

CFP ® , Director of Consumer Investment Research . Many people believe, incorrectly, that estate planning is for older, ultra-wealthy people. But the simple truth is: If you have property, you need an estate plan. The following are some of the key documents you should consider including in your estate plan.

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What Do Financial Adviser Designations Mean? What are the Letters after a Name?

Carson Wealth

Attorneys play a critical role in the financial planning process, particularly in estate planning. In financial services, you might encounter an LLM in tax or estate planning. . Broad Based Financial Planning Designations. Three broad financial planning designations include: . Retirement.

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CFP® Certification Course: From Novice to Expert in Holistic Financial Planning

International College of Financial Planning

Achieving the status of Certified Financial Planner® (CFP®) represents a significant professional milestone in financial services. 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.