Nerd's Eye View

MAY 10, 2024

Enjoy the current installment of "Weekend Reading For Financial Planners"– this week's edition kicks off with the news that a recent analysis from Morningstar suggests that the Department of Labor's (DoL's) new Retirement Security Rule (aka Fiduciary Rule 2.0)

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Nerd's Eye View

OCTOBER 6, 2023

Enjoy the current installment of "Weekend Reading For Financial Planners" - this week's edition kicks off with the news that a recent survey found that clients across several countries who work with a CFP professional have better outcomes on a range of measures compared to those working with other advisors or no advisor at all, suggesting that the (..)

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Nerd's Eye View

MARCH 22, 2024

Enjoy the current installment of "Weekend Reading For Financial Planners" - this week's edition kicks off with the news that the SEC has recently been cracking down on firms for recordkeeping failures related to electronic communications, including their use of text messaging with prospects and clients.

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Nerd's Eye View

AUGUST 30, 2024

Enjoy the current installment of "Weekend Reading For Financial Planners" – this week's edition kicks off with the news that a recent benchmarking study suggests that a number of RIAs are looking to move 'upmarket' and work with wealthier clients by expanding their service menu to include family office services, investment banking, and/or trust (..)

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Nerd's Eye View

OCTOBER 4, 2024

Enjoy the current installment of "Weekend Reading For Financial Planners" - this week's edition kicks off with the news that a recent survey from Charles Schwab indicates that advisors see technology as the biggest driver of change in the RIA industry, with the growing number of AdvisorTech solutions as the most frequently cited tech-related driver (..)

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Nerd's Eye View

JANUARY 26, 2024

Enjoy the current installment of "Weekend Reading For Financial Planners" – this week's edition kicks off with the news of a survey indicating that about 90% of financial advisors would switch firms based on bad technology at their current firm, and that 44% have already done so.

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Nerd's Eye View

SEPTEMBER 1, 2023

Enjoy the current installment of "Weekend Reading For Financial Planners" - this week's edition kicks off with the news that the Massachusetts Supreme Judicial Court ruled that the state's fiduciary rule for broker-dealers can stand, potentially opening the door for other states to impose similar standards that exceed the requirements of the Securities (..)

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Nerd's Eye View

DECEMBER 1, 2023

Enjoy the current installment of "Weekend Reading For Financial Planners" - this week's edition kicks off with the news that the U.S. Supreme Court heard arguments this week in the case of SEC v.

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Nerd's Eye View

OCTOBER 21, 2022

Enjoy the current installment of “Weekend Reading For Financial Planners” - this week’s edition kicks off with the news that Congress appears poised to pass a series of changes affecting retirement planning, dubbed “SECURE ACT 2.0”, ”, by the end of the year. Social Security COLA for 2023.

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Nerd's Eye View

MAY 31, 2024

Going beyond FPA’s existing PlannerSearch tool, the narrowed-down list is meant to help consumers identify a focused subset of the most reputable planners.

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Nerd's Eye View

APRIL 4, 2024

Advisor Metrics, Cerulli Associates predicts that 37.5% (or nearly 110,000) of financial advisors will retire over the next 10 years. Beyond that, however, obligating financial planners to hire and train new advisors could create some unintended (and detrimental) consequences. In its most recent report on U.S.

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Nerd's Eye View

JULY 12, 2024

Which suggests that while firms might be tempted to zero in on compensation when it comes to retaining advisors, focusing on these other factors (which do not necessarily involve hard dollar expenses) could pay off in the form of increased advisor (and client) retention over time.

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Abnormal Returns

OCTOBER 14, 2024

Podcasts Daniel Crosby talks with Michael Finke about how to deal with market volatility in retirement. standarddeviationspod.com) Brendan Frazier talks with Kathi Balasek about communicating with grieving clients. investmentnews.com) 7 retirement issues that can fall through the cracks. flowfp.com)

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Indigo Marketing Agency

FEBRUARY 8, 2025

Marketing for Financial Planners: Strategies to Build Trust and Grow Your Client Base Strategic Client Growth: Win Trust in a Trust Economy More than many other fields, trust is truly the currency that drives growth for financial planners. But thats not even the biggest challenge you face with winning more clients.

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Nerd's Eye View

NOVEMBER 6, 2024

In the early days of financial planning, serving clients often meant developing transactional relationships focused on facilitating trades and selling insurance. Over time, advisors shifted toward more analytical approaches, such as investment management and retirement planning.

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eMoney Advisor

DECEMBER 14, 2022

What were financial planners interested in reading this year? Fact-finding, retirement literacy, and leading with planning round out the list of hot topics for 2022. 6 Effective Financial Professional Prospecting Tactics. Tackling Retirement Literacy with the Quick Financial Plan. AFC®, CFT-I™.

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Talon Wealth

SEPTEMBER 14, 2023

Retirement planning can be a difficult and confusing process for couples. By focusing on a few key areas, setting financial goals, and doing your research, you can find ways to enjoy retirement together. Set Financial Goals In retirement, educate yourself on your financial situation and investment strategy.

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Nerd's Eye View

AUGUST 10, 2022

When financial planning clients think about their future, they might imagine a relaxing retirement, world travel, or other pleasant experiences. When wrapping up the conversation around the second Life Planning question, the main objective is to determine how the client’s goals will be integrated into their financial plan (e.g.,

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International College of Financial Planning

APRIL 20, 2022

If you are a student looking to make a career in finance, becoming a financial planner is a great place to start. Financial planning is a rewarding, stable career that can give you the opportunity to help people make the most of their money. Financial planners help people manage their money and plan for their financial future.

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International College of Financial Planning

SEPTEMBER 3, 2021

When it comes to choosing a financial planner, it’s important to choose the right fit for you. Do the research of the available advisors – the first step is to find a financial planner who will help you plan your finances. A planner should be able to answer any question that you may have regarding his services.

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Indigo Marketing Agency

MARCH 19, 2025

Action Steps: Use simple, direct language that immediately communicates the value of your services. Instead of a headline like Optimize Your Wealth Portfolio for Maximum Returns, try something easier to comprehend like: Grow Your Retirement Savings Faster. Try this: Book a Free 15-Minute Call to Plan Your Retirement Strategy Today!

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International College of Financial Planning

OCTOBER 26, 2023

Why Do You Need a Financial Planner? In the vast realm of finance, numerous pathways lead to the esteemed financial advisor title. Let’s unveil the roles of these dedicated experts, who tirelessly weave strategies to illuminate the path towards their clients’ financial aspirations. Who is a Financial Advisor?

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eMoney Advisor

DECEMBER 19, 2022

Financial planning is inherently a helping profession. I feel fortunate to have a career as a financial planner, dedicating every day to helping others make the best life decisions they can with their money. Understanding cultural values can make you a better financial planner. Tell the Story Behind the Data.

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Discipline Funds

NOVEMBER 17, 2023

I’ve previously stated that the worst narrative in finance is the way we communicate time horizons to investors. When you shift towards retirement your time horizon and risk profile shifts to a more conservative position. Every client who sat in the office would be forced to stare at this massive chart. But I don’t think that’s right.

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Talon Wealth

OCTOBER 26, 2023

Retirement planning can be a difficult and confusing process for couples. By focusing on a few key areas, setting financial goals, and doing your research, you can find ways to enjoy retirement together. Set Financial Goals In retirement, educate yourself on your financial situation and investment strategy.

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eMoney Advisor

JANUARY 24, 2023

In my experience, there are a few ways most planners can go above and beyond on each point, especially once they understand the ins and outs of their planning software. Curating the Perfect Report for Every Client Every financial planner has to deal with the concept of curation when it comes to presenting the financial plan.

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eMoney Advisor

JANUARY 10, 2023

Presenting a financial plan, however, isn’t as simple as running through the numbers. Financial planners need to make sure clients feel included, that the plan recommendations are understood, and they need to navigate clients’ potentially negative emotions while also motivating them to take the next steps.

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Indigo Marketing Agency

JULY 23, 2024

Engaging Queries for Common Concerns The site poses common questions such as “Will I be okay when I retire?” to engage visitors, especially those nearing retirement and seeking a financial plan. FAQs What is the 5-second test, and why is it important for my financial advisory website? and “Will I outlive my money?”

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Midstream Marketing

NOVEMBER 8, 2024

Articles: Discuss topics such as investing, retirement planning, and related subjects. E-books and White Papers: Offer detailed information on specific areas of financial planning. Promote financial products or services that relate to them. Regular and personal email communication helps you stay on their mind.

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International College of Financial Planning

OCTOBER 26, 2023

The Financial Planner will ensure that the Estate Planning strategy is curated in terms of client requirements, estate complexity and requirements of the legal heirs /other parties. Collaborating with a financial advisor significantly reduces the margin for error in planning.

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Midstream Marketing

DECEMBER 10, 2024

Do you specialize in retirement planning for small business owners? You might have a webinar about planning for retirement, easy investments for beginners, or key estate planning tips. Including video marketing in your plan can improve communication with clients. Basic financial advice doesnt work anymore.

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Carson Wealth

DECEMBER 20, 2022

Saving monthly for retirement can create meaningful assets to help boost any shortfalls. What Is Financial Planning? The financial planning process adds value to your journey through life, and people skilled at helping clients through that process have spent years developing technical and emotional expertise for life’s journeys ahead.

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eMoney Advisor

JANUARY 26, 2023

First Meeting Agenda for Financial Planners The meeting with this prospective client begins long before the actual event time. That’s why you should be intentional and use clear communication to set expectations with an agenda. Stories and visuals are both powerful ways to communicate with the client.

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Your Richest Life

FEBRUARY 13, 2023

If you desire a financially secure future, you might need to cut back on spending. If you need more help, try working with a financial planner to keep you on track. As long as different money styles continue to communicate and work toward a common goal, they can have a lot of fulfillment in their financial life together.

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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.

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Steve Sanduski

FEBRUARY 13, 2024

Guest: Benjamin Brandt , a CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER and Founder/President of Capital City Wealth Management, a Bismarck, ND fee-only financial planning company. Benjamin is also the host of the Retirement Starts Today Radio podcast and co-host of The Least Boring Tax Podcast.

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Clever Girl Finance

JULY 16, 2023

You should be in constant communication about your finances and spending. Save a million dollars and get a Certified Financial Planner to manage your portfolio? A good idea is to create specific categories within your budget that includes your long-term goals like retirement savings, no matter how small you start.

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