International College of Financial Planning

MARCH 9, 2024

This blog is designed to illuminate the path to becoming a CFP® professional, focusing on the critical steps involved in the admission process, exploring the myriad of career prospects, delving into the eligibility criteria, and the future of the CFP® certification.

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International College of Financial Planning

OCTOBER 26, 2023

Crafting a Comprehensive Financial Plan:  This includes a detailed net worth statement, defining SMART Goals including retirement, children education etc., A CFP® professional will critically assess the client’s current investments, suggesting modifications to ensure they resonate with the overarching financial strategy.

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Envision Wealth Planning

MAY 23, 2022

Ethical financial advisors are on the rise and are now doing things within their businesses with the hope to serve as an example of the right behavior for the rest of the industry to follow. Ethics matter in financial advice! Ethics matter. You’ll have to do your own research to determine if these advisors really are ethical.

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Indigo Marketing Agency

DECEMBER 19, 2022

Steve Sanduski is a CFP® professional and personal coach to financial professionals. Taylor Schulte is a CFP Ⓡ professional and founder and CEO of Define Financial. He also hosts the Stay Wealthy Retirement Show , which has been ranked on Forbes Top 10 Retirement Podcasts. Steve Sanduski. Taylor Schulte . Lazetta Braxton.

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International College of Financial Planning

DECEMBER 4, 2023

Understanding the Need for Qualified Financial Advisors Financial advisors are experts who provide investment, retirement, and overall financial planning advice, aiding clients in better managing their finances. Expertise and Knowledge Recognition: Globally acknowledged, the CFP® is often seen as the pinnacle in financial planning.

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NAIFA Advisor Today

APRIL 8, 2024

This year’s recipients are as follows: First Place: Steve Parrish, JD, AEP, RICP, ChFC, CLU, for “Snowbirding: Financial Considerations of Owning Two Residences in Retirement,” in September 2023 Second Place: Annemarie M. Kelly, JD, LLM, and Lewis B. Journal Author Awards, see the Journal Author Award page on the Foundation’s website.

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Harness Wealth

MAY 25, 2023

The right advisor can help manage your wealth, plan for retirement, navigate tax implications, and more. Here, we will highlight four common professional designations that financial advisors can obtain: Certified Financial Planner (CFP): Issued by the Certified Financial Planner Board of Standards, Inc.,

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International College of Financial Planning

MAY 6, 2022

A Certified Financial Planner (CFP) is a professional designation awarded to individuals who have completed a rigorous course of study and passed a comprehensive exam. The CFP designation is recognized worldwide and marks excellence in the financial planning industry. CFP enables you to save big by learning better.

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International College of Financial Planning

OCTOBER 26, 2023

Their wisdom extends to suggesting tax-efficient avenues for pivotal life moments, be it education or the golden years of retirement. Committing to uphold the ethical guidelines and standards that govern their practice. They offer tailored recommendations, from shortlisting financial goals to handpicking the finest investments.

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International College of Financial Planning

AUGUST 31, 2023

Whether saving for retirement, buying a home, or building an emergency fund, investing grows your wealth over time. Until not long ago, Sebi, the watchdog for markets, gave the nod to the CFP certification for the revered Registered Investment Advisor (RIA) role.) This is where diversifying your investment portfolio comes into play.

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International College of Financial Planning

JULY 10, 2023

Some common career paths for investment advisors include working as wealth manager, family office, portfolio manager (PMS), Retirement Planner, Estate Planner. Investment advisors can also specialize in specific areas such as retirement planning, tax planning, or portfolio management. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

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Park Place Financial

SEPTEMBER 8, 2022

Whether planning for retirement or evaluating different investment options, people seek the assistance of a personal financial advisor for many reasons. Certified Financial Planner (CFP) . The program consists of a three-part examination that covers multiple topics, including accounting, money management, and ethics. .

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International College of Financial Planning

SEPTEMBER 3, 2021

The Certified Financial Planner (CFP) is the only professional who has to be qualified through a set of exams and also has to complete a long-term internship with at least 2 years of experience in the field. The CFP designation is highly respected around the world and financial planners with this designation are preferred by most investors.

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Sara Grillo

AUGUST 25, 2023

Transform Retirement www.transformretirement.com Avg account size: Approx. Clients are given full access to our entire offering (investments, retirement, college, insurance, tax, estate, etc.) Services: Investment management, retirement planning, fee-based financial planning Note: Rodolfo holds insurance and FINRA licenses.

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Sara Grillo

MARCH 8, 2024

What tax do I pay when I retire? How do I retire from Procter and Gamble? We live in an industry of jargon, and we think that we’re smarter than everybody else because we took some security exams or we took the CFP, and we come out, we want to talk in these complex terms. What are the tax consequences of x? Yeah, exactly.

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Clever Girl Finance

JULY 16, 2023

You can learn about the stock market, bonds, budgeting, retirement planning, and saving. Financial planner (CFP) A financial planner will help you reach your money goals and also works with you on your current finances. Financial advisors also support clients with guidance on investments and retirement accounts like your IRA.

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Clever Girl Finance

JULY 16, 2023

You can learn about the stock market, bonds, budgeting, retirement planning, and saving. Financial planner (CFP) A financial planner will help you reach your money goals and also works with you on your current finances. Financial advisors also support clients with guidance on investments and retirement accounts like your IRA.

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Cornerstone Financial Advisory

NOVEMBER 20, 2024

Retirement planning: Contribute to retirement accounts, taking advantage of any employer matching if available. Ethical investing: Consider investing in companies or funds that align with Christian values. Practical step: Have a “waiting period” for non-essential purchases over a certain amount (e.g.,

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WiserAdvisor

NOVEMBER 21, 2022

This is where a Certified Financial Planner (CFP) can step in. This article will discuss who a CFP is, their credentials, what they do, and when to hire one. Unlike the average investor or other financial professionals, a CFP is a licensed expert in areas like estate planning, taxes, retirement, insurance, and investment planning.

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Yardley Wealth Management

JUNE 6, 2023

A certified financial planner (CFP) designation indicates that an advisor has met certain standards of education, experience, and ethics. Retirement plans, such as individual retirement accounts (IRAs) and 401(k)s, are essential for securing a comfortable retirement.

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Sara Grillo

APRIL 19, 2024

It’s a huge problem From a subscriber : “I am in my mid 60s and have no immediate plans to retire. How do I best answer the question if prospects (or clients) ask about my plans to retire? He’ll be taking over my practice whenever I retire, which I have no concrete plans to do anytime soon.”

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Good Financial Cents

APRIL 10, 2023

My initial conversation with the couple helped me learn they wanted to retire at the age of 50, and that they were super motivated when it came to working hard for what they wanted. That’s right; they were in their mid-thirties and they wanted to retire at age 50, yet they only had $17,000 in actual assets to their name!

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Sara Grillo

SEPTEMBER 26, 2022

In Part Two of our two part series on the CFP Board, the heated debate continues. We’ll discuss these questions: The CFP Board has specifically stated that it wants the CFP® mark to be a requirement for anyone who practices financial planning. What do you believe the CFP Board’s role should be in the future?

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Sara Grillo

NOVEMBER 14, 2022

In today’s show we’re going to be debating a variety of topics related to the retirement crisis in America, the role that financial advisors and insurance agents play, and how to harmonize the two together (if even possible, lol). Harmonizing the two sides to solve the American retirement crisis. Let’s talk about it.

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Sara Grillo

SEPTEMBER 12, 2022

A $100 increase in the CFP annual certification fee spurred an industry outcry, leading many to question whether the designation is worth it or not. There are more than 92,000 CFP® certificants, as per the CFP Board’s 2022 measure. Is it time to say “FU” to your CFP designation? Are they getting a raw deal?

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Nerd's Eye View

FEBRUARY 28, 2025

Enjoy the current installment of "Weekend Reading For Financial Planners" - this week's edition kicks off with the news that CFP Board this week released a checklist of ethics guidelines for the use of generative Artificial Intelligence (AI) tools.

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