Nerd's Eye View

NOVEMBER 4, 2024

Welcome to the November 2024 issue of the Latest News in Financial #AdvisorTech – where we look at the big news, announcements, and underlying trends and developments that are emerging in the world of technology solutions for financial advisors!

Estate Planning 243

Estate Planning Planning Communication Taxes 243

Wealth Management

SEPTEMBER 30, 2024

Private bankers and retirement planners will increasingly use AI to invest and even communicate, but the human element will always be crucial.

Financial Advisor 279

Financial Advisor Communication Retirement Investing 279

Nerd's Eye View

NOVEMBER 11, 2024

To sustain firm growth, financial advisors often face a dilemma: to focus on what originally drew them to the profession – like financial planning – they often must first do an extensive amount of business development.

Marketing 246

Marketing Marketing Communication Engineering 246

Nerd's Eye View

NOVEMBER 29, 2024

Which could prove to be a boon for the financial advice industry as more consumers are willing to entrust their assets to an advisor (while at the same time possibly making it tougher for some advisors to differentiate themselves primarily by how they put their clients' interests first?).

Financial Planner 246

Financial Planner Financial Advice Retirement Financial Advisor 246

Nerd's Eye View

JUNE 10, 2024

And so, in the spirit of sharing, a few years ago I launched my list of " Recommended (Book) Reading for Financial Advisors ", and it was so well received that in 2013 I also started sharing my annual "Summer Reading List" for financial advisors of the best books I'd read in the preceding year.

Financial Advisor 246

Financial Advisor Financial Planner Clients Communication 246

Nerd's Eye View

JANUARY 22, 2024

In the early days of wealth management, a financial advisor's value proposition was relatively explicit, typically focusing on a limited range of portfolio management activities (e.g., Even with the best intentions, this disconnect can ultimately damage an advisor's perceived value over time.

Financial Advisor 246

Financial Advisor Insurance Coverage Estate Planning Charitable Planning 246

Nerd's Eye View

JANUARY 9, 2025

While financial advisors offer valuable services for their clients, it can sometimes be challenging to gauge how much clients actually value those services. On one hand, a client's willingness to pay an ongoing fee for financial advice suggests that they find the advisor's services worthwhile.

Financial Advice 227

Financial Advice Asset Allocation Clients Wealth Management 227

Nerd's Eye View

JANUARY 6, 2025

Welcome to the January 2025 issue of the Latest News in Financial #AdvisorTech – where we look at the big news, announcements, and underlying trends and developments that are emerging in the world of technology solutions for financial advisors! FINNY AI, an AI-powered prospecting tool, has raised $4.2

Startup 188

Startup Financial Advisor Clients Portfolio Management 188

Nerd's Eye View

AUGUST 10, 2023

Financial advisors who have established and successfully built up their advisory firms over several years can often go through many stages of firm development, requiring them to hire staff and additional advisors to manage their growing clientele.

Financial Advisor 240

Financial Advisor Clients Communication Management 240

Nerd's Eye View

JUNE 19, 2023

A better way to implement and communicate fee increases may be one that is centered around providing more value to the client in exchange for the higher fee.

Communication 246

Communication Clients Planning Financial Advisor 246

Wealth Management

DECEMBER 1, 2023

As the first AI-powered GPT assistant for financial advisors, SIFA is on a mission to automate ongoing communications between advisors and their clients.

Communication 311

Communication Financial Advisor Clients 311

Indigo Marketing Agency

DECEMBER 11, 2024

How Financial Advisors Get More Booked Calls If youve been following us for a while, you already know the importance of a consistent financial advisor marketing strategy. The secret lies in mastering the prospect journey, blending automation with personal touch, and strategically diversifying your communication channels.

Financial Advisor 52

Financial Advisor Communication Media Clients 52

Nerd's Eye View

NOVEMBER 30, 2022

Which means that advisors are often left to figure out on their own how to guide their clients on tax-related matters without crossing the line into ‘Tax Advice’, which can potentially create certain liability issues for the advisor and their firm.

Tax Planning 246

Tax Planning Compliance Taxes Financial Advisor 246

Don Connelly & Associates

DECEMBER 16, 2024

Of all the key roles and responsibilities of a financial advisor, one of the most essential is communicating complex financial concepts into simple terms the average person can understand. This is critical to helping clients understand their options, feel confident in their decisions, and build lasting trust.

Communication 52

Communication Financial Advisor Financial Planning Clients 52

Midstream Marketing

JANUARY 19, 2025

Explore advanced tactics like video marketing and PPC strategies tailored for financial advisors. Introduction Entering the world of digital marketing for financial advisors opens many ways to reach more people, find new clients, and stand out in a competitive field.

Financial Advisor 52

Financial Advisor Marketing Marketing Media 52

Midstream Marketing

NOVEMBER 8, 2024

Key Highlights Find good ways to get new clients as a financial advisor. Explore several ways to get financial advisor leads. Get advice from experts about good tools and methods for lead generation in financial services. It will help you connect with potential clients looking for financial help.

Financial Advisor 52

Financial Advisor Media Financial Services Clients 52

Midstream Marketing

OCTOBER 30, 2024

Key Highlights A referral program helps financial advisors grow their businesses. Introduction In the busy area of financial advisory services, getting new clients is important for success. Old marketing methods still have their place, but referral marketing is a better option for financial advisors today.

Financial Advisor 52

Financial Advisor Marketing Marketing Clients 52

Nerd's Eye View

APRIL 26, 2024

Also in industry news this week: The Federal Trade Commission released a final rule that would ban most non-compete agreements, which could lead to an increasing number of non-solicit agreements (and, potentially, lawsuits regarding their enforcement) between financial planning firms and their advisors The Securities and Exchange Commission issued (..)

Financial Planner 246

Financial Planner Commission Communication Financial Advisor 246

FMG

MARCH 3, 2025

Financial advisors know that social media isnt just for posting updates; its for building connections. Social media for financial advisors doesn’t have to be challenging let’s dive into simple ways to encourage comments on your posts. It shows youre active in your community and willing to interact.

Financial Advisor 52

Financial Advisor Media Retirement Planning Retirement 52

Nerd's Eye View

JANUARY 22, 2025

Financial advisors often engage with a variety of prospects, each with unique needs and motivations. Some prospects approach an advisor with an immediate 'problem to be solved', such as a fast-approaching retirement date. I help clients in retirement by doing X, Y, and Z.").

Financial Advice 239

Financial Advice Financial Planning Retirement Clients 239

Don Connelly & Associates

FEBRUARY 10, 2025

Effective communication is the cornerstone of enduring and trusting relationships. For financial advisors, its the key to meaningful client engagement that fosters deeper discussions and stronger connections. The post The Power of Open-Ended Questions for Financial Advisors appeared first on Don Connelly & Associates.

Financial Advisor 52

Financial Advisor Clients Communication Management 52

FMG

JANUARY 23, 2025

In the competitive financial industry, staying ahead means mastering client engagement and refining marketing strategies. Marketing for financial advisors in 2025 will require a sharp focus on effective communication, personalized client experiences, and smart use of technology. Clarify your objectives.

Financial Advisor 52

Financial Advisor Planning Marketing Marketing 52

Indigo Marketing Agency

FEBRUARY 19, 2025

5 Proven Marketing Strategies for Financial Advisors to Boost Client Acquisition In her classic hit song Nothing Can Come Between Us, Sade was right when she sang, Its about trust. The number-one objective financial advisors must have in their online marketing efforts is to build TRUST with their audience.

Financial Advisor 52

Financial Advisor Clients Marketing Marketing 52

Nerd's Eye View

MARCH 3, 2025

Welcome to the March 2025 issue of the Latest News in Financial #AdvisorTech – where we look at the big news, announcements, and underlying trends and developments that are emerging in the world of technology solutions for financial advisors!

Estate Planning 130

Estate Planning Portfolio Management Communication Planning 130

Nerd's Eye View

NOVEMBER 14, 2023

Welcome back to the 359th episode of the Financial Advisor Success Podcast ! Eric is the Chief Financial Advisor and Co-Owner of Econologics Financial Advisors, an independent RIA based in Largo, Florida, that generates more than $4M of revenue while working with nearly 300 client households. Read More.

Financial Planning 246

Financial Planning Clients Planning Financial Advisor 246

Don Connelly & Associates

FEBRUARY 3, 2025

A significant challenge for financial advisors is translating complex financial concepts into terms clients can easily digest. For many, presentations serve as an effective medium for closing the gap between what advisors know and what clients can understand.

Financial Advisor 52

Financial Advisor Clients Education Communication 52

Nerd's Eye View

MARCH 29, 2024

Nonetheless, Kitces Research suggests that when it comes to financial advisors, those with sufficient experience can often have both, with thriving advisors earning more and working fewer hours!

Financial Planner 244

Financial Planner Insurance Coverage Financial Advisor Communication 244

Million Dollar Round Table (MDRT)

JANUARY 12, 2025

By Antoinette Tuscano, MDRT senior content specialist You can be an outstanding financial advisor; however, youre still out of business without clients. In these top videos posted on MDRTs YouTube channel in 2024, learn how MDRT members communicate and work with clients.

Clients 105

Clients CFP Communication Financial Advisor 105

Nerd's Eye View

FEBRUARY 20, 2025

Many financial advisors approach prospect meetings with a mindset of giving potential clients ample space to consider the relationship before making any commitments.

Clients 141

Clients Communication Financial Advisor Planning 141

Midstream Marketing

OCTOBER 29, 2024

By understanding their financial concerns, online habits, and how they like to communicate, you can improve your marketing. Financial Advisor Marketing to Millennials Millennials are people born from 1981 to 1996. Still, these challenges also create new chances for financial advisors.

Financial Advisor 52

Financial Advisor Financial Advice Marketing Marketing 52

Midstream Marketing

DECEMBER 10, 2024

By adopting these campaigns, advisors can achieve better results, connect with their target audience, and grow their business successfully. Introduction In todays challenging market, financial advisors need strong financial advisor marketing strategies. This is why video marketing works well for financial advisors.

Financial Advisor 52

Financial Advisor Marketing Marketing Clients 52

Don Connelly & Associates

JANUARY 6, 2025

For financial advisors with ambitions of taking their practice to the next level, self-awareness is fundamental to their success. The post Understanding Your Strengths and Weaknesses as a Financial Advisor appeared first on Don Connelly & Associates.

Financial Advisor 52

Financial Advisor Clients Communication Education 52

Nerd's Eye View

JANUARY 12, 2023

As comprehensive financial planning has become more widely adopted, many financial advisors have felt pressure to find new ways to differentiate themselves by demonstrating their unique value to clients. However, as the relationship matures, clients may build enough trust in their advisor that they no longer expect (or want!)

Clients 244

Clients Communication Fee Only Financial Advisor 244

Nerd's Eye View

FEBRUARY 23, 2023

Despite its growing popularity, though, financial planning remains a relatively mysterious concept for many people who don’t understand how financial advisors actually provide value.

Financial Planning 244

Financial Planning Planning Financial Planner Financial Advisor 244

Nerd's Eye View

AUGUST 24, 2023

For many next-gen financial advisors who start with or move their careers to an established firm, eventually earning an equity stake in that firm can be an exciting prospect and is often a major career goal that many advisors aspire to achieve.

Retirement 246

Retirement Planning Retirement Planning Communication 246

Nerd's Eye View

JANUARY 15, 2024

For financial advisors, an ongoing client service model often means finding ways to keep clients engaged and progressing toward their goals outside of the 1 or 2 typical client review meetings each year. The key point is that newsletters can be a valuable tool even for advisors who aren't naturally inclined to write.

Clients 246

Clients Communication Financial Advisor Wealth Management 246

Nerd's Eye View

JUNE 1, 2023

While advancing a career in any industry can be challenging, the lack of formal career development programs offered in the workplace for associate advisors can make it particularly difficult for them to gain the experience they need to become lead financial advisors. participating in client meetings led by senior advisors).

Communication 246

Communication Financial Advisor Clients Management 246