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Weekend Reading For Financial Planners (March 25-26)

Nerd's Eye View

In a change from previous campaigns, the first ad directly recommends that consumers seek out a CFP professional for financial advice, and future ads could more directly explain the benefits of earning the CFP marks. Read More.

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

MainStreet Financial Planning

Fee-Only, Flat-Fee Financial Planners: Transparent, Unbiased, and Cost-Effective A fee-only financial planner charges a fixed fee for financial planning services, regardless of the size of your portfolio. Unlike AUM-based advisors, they do not earn commissions or take a percentage of your investments.

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How to Find a Fiduciary Financial Advisor

Darrow Wealth Management

Advisors that receive commissions from selling mutual funds, insurance, annuities, or other products are incentivized to push products, leaving less time for advice. If you’re working with a CPA for your taxes or have an estate planning attorney, consider asking them for a recommendation also.

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10 High-Income Tax Planning Strategies to Complete Before 2025: A Year-end Checklist

Harness Wealth

Frontloading 529 Contributions Contributions to 529 plans can also be frontloaded or “superfunded”, allowing you to make up to five years’ worth of contributions in a single year without incurring gift taxes. Review Your Estate Planning The end of the year can also be a practical time to take stock of your long-term estate planning.

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How to Choose the Right Wealth Management Firm in Kansas City

Fortune Financial

Long-term goals typically encompass retirement planning, wealth preservation and estate planning. Certified Financial Planner (CFP) CFPs are professionals who have completed rigorous education, passed a comprehensive exam and have substantial experience in financial planning.

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Is it Wise to Put All Your Money With One Financial Advisor?

WiserAdvisor

The advisors can be differentiated based on the fee structure they use to charge fees such as fee-only, commission-only, hourly-fee, monthly fee, etc. It may also be the case that the advisor pushes a particular investment in the hopes of earning a commission. The more advisors you hire, the more you will have to pay.

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How to Choose the Right Wealth Management Firm in Kansas City

Fortune Financial

Long-term goals typically encompass retirement planning, wealth preservation and estate planning. Certified Financial Planner (CFP) CFPs are professionals who have completed rigorous education, passed a comprehensive exam and have substantial experience in financial planning.