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When Does A Financial Coach Need To Register As An Investment Adviser? The “ABCS” Test To Determine Status

Nerd's Eye View

Thus, Advice, Business, Compensation, and Securities (ABCS) are the key elements in this definition. Nevertheless, the 'securities' component of the definition has several nuanced exceptions.

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Personal finance links: investing accordingly

Abnormal Returns

Podcasts Christine Benz and Jeff Ptak talks with Jamie Hopkins of Carson Wealth about some common retirement planning questions. morningstar.com) Rest Khe Hy, "We’ve completely abandoned the concept of leisure and rest – because they are, by definition, unproductive." moretothat.com) Why you shouldn't optimize your downtime.

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The Definition of Work-Optional Lifestyle

Walkner Condon Financial Advisors

Financial advisors spend the majority of our careers understanding the financial aspects of retirement; has the client saved enough to sustain through the remainder of their lives, is there a risk that they may “overspend” their plan, and what unforeseen risks may come their way as they navigate the next 20-40 years of their lives.

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Weekend Reading For Financial Planners (Feb 11-12)

Nerd's Eye View

Also in industry news this week: The SEC this week released its 2023 examination priorities, which include its new marketing rule, Reg BI, and complicated investments The House of Representatives is considering legislation that would broaden the definition of who qualifies as an accredited investor and is potentially eyeing a role for financial advisors (..)

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Weekend Reading For Financial Planners (May 18-19)

Nerd's Eye View

Also in industry news this week: The SEC this week announced a proposed rule that would require RIAs to collect and verify their clients' personal information in an effort to prevent illicit activity, though many firms likely are taking many of these steps already Why larger RIAs and those that have been acquired tend to have worse client and staff (..)

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Why Moving To A Lower-Tax State Doesn’t Always Result In Lower State Taxes On Deferred Income

Nerd's Eye View

Specifically, USC Section 114 defines certain types of "retirement income" that can only be taxed by the states in which a person resides, which include qualified employer retirement plans and IRAs as well as nonqualified deferred compensation plans that are either paid out over a period of at least 10 years or structured as an excess benefit plan.

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Top 5 Things Millennials Should Consider When Retirement Planning

James Hendries

But volatile markets aren’t necessarily a negative thing, especially when it comes to retirement planning. 2 Lost Decade Definition, Investopedia, [link]. As a result, it can be tough for many 30- and 40-year-olds to imagine a “normal” market—one not marked by major near-daily swings. Footnotes.