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Weekend Reading For Financial Planners (September 28–September 29)

Nerd's Eye View

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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How to Find a Fiduciary Financial Advisor

Darrow Wealth Management

Other reasons to work with a fiduciary registered investment advisor Legal obligation to act in your best interests: A fiduciary duty isn’t a marketing tactic, it’s a legal obligation and the highest standard of loyalty and care under the law. You can search for CFP® professionals here.

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CFP Board’s Crypto Guidelines Offer a Word of Caution

eMoney Advisor

A recent announcement regarding cryptocurrency from the CFP Board provided advice on crypto-related investments stating CFPs® are neither required nor prohibited from providing advice related to cryptocurrency, but “should do so with caution.” The CFP Board stated the risks as follows in its communication.

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How to Find a Fee-Only Financial Advisor

Darrow Wealth Management

Fee-only financial advisors are often registered investment advisors too, meaning they have a legal duty to act in the clients best interest. This fiduciary duty is a cornerstone of their practice, providing clients with the confidence that their financial advisor is working solely for them.

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Thoughts on the State of Fiduciary Duties for RIAs and Financial Planners

Ron A. Rhodes

It is an essential precondition to the process of critical thinking. Possessing doubt permits the receipt and evaluation of opposing points of view. We must first acknowledge that there…

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The Importance of a Certified Financial Planner (CFP) for Your Financial Planning

WiserAdvisor

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. This article will discuss who a CFP is, their credentials, what they do, and when to hire one. Department of Education before appearing for the CFP exam.

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Investing in Pigs and Kidneys: Building a $100 Billion Empire and Revolutionizing Organ Transplants

Investing Caffeine

In my letter, I attempted to remind management of the importance of upholding its rigorous corporate governance standards and exercise its fiduciary duty when it comes to the companys allocation strategy. Slome, CFA, CFP Plan. www.Sidoxia.com Wade W.