Wed.Feb 28, 2024

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Personal finance links: a healthy relationship with money

Abnormal Returns

Podcasts Peter Lazaroff with five reasons you need a financial plan that have nothing to do with money. (peterlazaroff.com) Justin Carbonneau and Jack Forehand talk with Justin Castelli about your mission in life. (youtube.com) How well do you know yourself? Barry Ritholtz talks with David Dunning. (ritholtz.com) Christine Benz and Amy Arnott talk with Marc Freedman who the co-CEO and founder of Encore.org about working later in life.

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Using Reflection Questions To Help Prospects Find Clarity And Focus On A Shared Planning Vision

Nerd's Eye View

Initial outreach to a financial advicer rarely (if ever) results from a prospective client waking up in the middle of the night in a cold sweat because they just figured out that they're in desperate need of a comprehensive financial plan. Rather, prospects often reach out to set an initial appointment only when they realize they have a specific pain point that they need an advicer's help with.

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Wednesday links: a new revenue model

Abnormal Returns

Markets Some of the most speculative sectors are perking up. (allstarcharts.com) Bitcoin hit its highest level since November 2021. (blockworks.co) Strategy Rubin Miller, "Investing on hopes and hunches — making emotional decisions — is why so few portfolios earn the actual market return." (fortunesandfrictions.com) The rise of passive investing hasn't broken the markets.

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MBA: Mortgage Applications Decreased in Weekly Survey, "Activity stalled"

Calculated Risk

"Higher rates in recent weeks have stalled activity", Mike Fratantoni, MBA’s SVP and Chief Economist. From the MBA: Mortgage Applications Decrease in Latest MBA Weekly Survey Mortgage applications decreased 5.6 percent from one week earlier, according to data from the Mortgage Bankers Association’s (MBA) Weekly Mortgage Applications Survey for the week ending February 23, 2024.

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Less Stress, More Success: Accounting Best Practices & Processes for 2025

Speaker: Amanda Adams, Fractional CFO, CPA

Are you ready to elevate your accounting processes for 2025? 🚀 Join us for an exclusive webinar led by Amanda Adams, a seasoned fractional CFO and CPA passionate about transforming back-office operations for finance teams. This session will cover critical best practices and process improvements tailored specifically for accounting professionals.

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What’s Behind Liz Nesvold’s Move to Emigrant?

Wealth Management

Nesvold says she’ll certainly use her M&A know-how, but she’ll also play a larger role connecting the dots between Emigrant’s businesses—with the high-net-worth individual at the center of it all.

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401(k) Real Talk Episode 95: February 28, 2024

Wealth Management

Open, honest and candid discussion about the demise of 401(k) plans, consolidating retirement accounts, tech in DC plans and plan sponsors demanding more from their advisors.

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Thursday: Personal Income & Outlays, Unemployment Claims, Pending Home Sales, Chicago PMI

Calculated Risk

Note: Mortgage rates are from MortgageNewsDaily.com and are for top tier scenarios. Thursday: • At 8:30 AM ET, The initial weekly unemployment claims report will be released. The consensus is for 195 thousand initial claims, down from 201 thousand last week. • Also at 8:30 AM, Personal Income and Outlays for January. The consensus is for a 0.5% increase in personal income, and for a 0.2% increase in personal spending.

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Former Edelman Advisors Sue for Right to Break Covenants

Wealth Management

Both Jennifer Staben and Tim Dowden claim the contracts they signed during their time at Edelman discourage individuals from working elsewhere, while Edelman accused one of the advisors of a “flagrant” breach of their deal.

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Top AI stocks with High FII Holdings Add To Your Watchlist

Trade Brains

Top AI stocks with High FII Holding s The 21st century has been a transformational era where humans have finally trained machines to learn, reason & make decisions. From self-driving cars to personalized recommendations, Artificial Intelligence is secretly training itself to be your best Personal Assistant. Well, it can be a lot more than that. It can solve complex problems, understand patterns, and speech, and even learn a language in a jiffy.

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Avoiding Lease Accounting Pitfalls in 2025: Lessons Learned from Spreadsheet Errors

Speaker: Abdi Ali, Sr. Lease Accounting Consultant

Join this insightful webinar with industry expert Abdi Ali, who will discuss the challenges that can arise from managing lease accounting with spreadsheets! He will share real-world examples of errors, compliance issues, and risks that may be present within your spreadsheets. Learn how these tools, while useful, can sometimes lead to inefficiencies that affect your time, resources, and peace of mind.

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Orion Expands Advisor Access to DPL's Fee-Based Annuities Platform

Wealth Management

Advisory shops on the Orion platform with DPL membership now have more flexibility and data feeds around annuities and insurance.

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Animal Spirits: Now Show Japan

A Wealth of Common Sense

Today’s Animal Spirits is brought to you by Franklin Templeton and Fabric by Gerber Life See here for more information on Franklin Templeton’s new Bitcoin ETF See here for more information on Life Insurance with Fabric by Gerber Life On today’s show, we discuss: Michael’s experience with Eli Manning How Japans Nikkei 225 got its mojo back T-bills without tax bills?

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Flawed Valuations Threaten $1.7T Private Credit Boom

Wealth Management

Fund managers in this red-hot asset class are often valuing their loans more generously than others do. Regulators are starting to worry.

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Navigating Grief and Benefits When Both Parents Die

Advisor Perspectives

Losing a parent is devastating. Losing both in a short time creates a unique set of emotional and practical challenges.

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Back to Basics with Reconciliations

Join us in this webinar, where we share best practices on how to think about the reconciliation work each month, when best to do reconciliations, how they should be prepared, and some common pitfalls to avoid. Learning Objectives: This course objective is to understand how to properly prepare and review balance sheet reconciliations and its impact on the financial statements.

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Number of 401(k) Millionaires Swells Back Toward Record

Wealth Management

The amount of seven-figure retirement accounts at Fidelity Investments surged in the fourth quarter of 2023.

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Emergency Planning for Advisors

Advisor Perspectives

Emergencies happen both in and out of the office. Here are some strategies to protect yourself and your clients.

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Stepp & Rothwell: Keeping It Old School

Wealth Management

Ross Lehman, assistant investment officer of $773 million AUM Stepp & Rothwell, Inc., still provides a bespoke client experience.

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Q4 GDP Growth Revised Down to 3.2% Annual Rate

Calculated Risk

From the BEA: Gross Domestic Product, Fourth Quarter and Year 2023 (Second Estimate) Real gross domestic product (GDP) increased at an annual rate of 3.2 percent in the fourth quarter of 2023 , according to the "second" estimate released by the Bureau of Economic Analysis. In the third quarter, real GDP increased 4.9 percent. The GDP estimate released today is based on more complete source data than were available for the "advance" estimate issued last month.

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Pricing for Profit: How to Set, Negotiate, and Succeed

Speaker: Igli Laci, Strategic Finance Leader

In today’s competitive market, pricing is more than just a number — it’s the cornerstone of profitability. The right pricing strategy ensures that you capture the true value of your offering, paving the way for sustainable growth and long-term success. Join Igli Laci, Strategic Finance Leader, in this exclusive session where he will explore how a well-crafted pricing approach balances customer perception with business objectives, creating a powerful tool for securing both competitive advantage a

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The Emergence of Bitcoin ETFs Gives Advisors a Gift to Lower Clients’ Volatility Risk

Wealth Management

Advisors can use options that are derivatives of the Bitcoin ETFs to manage crypto as they do other assets.

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NAIFA Names Leaders in Financial Services to New Industry Leadership Board

NAIFA Advisor Today

NAIFA) is proud to announce the formation of its Industry Leadership Board (ILB) comprised of distinguished leaders within the insurance and financial services sector. This inaugural board brings together a select group of financial professionals dedicated to helping NAIFA members succeed in their businesses and serve their clients.

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United States is Home to Some of the Wealthiest Women in the World

Wealth Management

America boasts more than double the female billionaires than any other country.

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Q4 GDP Second Estimate: Real GDP at 3.2%, Below Forecast

Advisor Perspectives

Real gross domestic product increased at an annual rate of 3.2% in Q4 2023, according to the second estimate. The latest estimate is lower than the forecasted 3.3% growth and is a slowdown from the Q3 2023 GDP final estimate of 4.9%.

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Confronting the Change Challenge

Change is difficult, whether in our private or work life. However, without change, growth and learning are difficult not to mention keeping up with the market and staying competitive. We have all worked for or ourselves are the bosses that prefer to keep the status quo. We will discuss how to address the "change challenge" to enable you to be a changemaker and a graceful recipient of change.

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How Much Wealth You Need to Join the Richest 1% Around the World

Wealth Management

You’ll need about 15% more than a year ago to join the richest tier of Americans, a report finds.

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Q4 Second Estimate: GDP Per Capita versus GDP

Advisor Perspectives

The second estimate for Q4 GDP came in at 3.21%, a deceleration from 4.86% for the Q3 final estimate. With a per-capita adjustment, the headline number is lower at 2.60%, a decrease from 4.24% for the Q3 headline number.

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How Does Mrs. Bector’s Food Share Price Surge of 118% in a year Reflect Its Business Prospects?

Trade Brains

Mrs. Bectors Food Specialities Ltd Mrs. Rajni Bector is the founder of Mrs. Bectors Food Specialities Ltd, an incredible tale of vision and success in business. Mrs. Bector started out in the 1970s in Ludhiana, Punjab, bringing homemade cakes, cookies, ice creams, puddings, and buns to neighbourhood get-togethers. Mrs. Bector’s success story is replete with noteworthy achievements.

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Cryptocurrencies: Bitcoin Surges Past $57K

Advisor Perspectives

Bitcoin's rally continued this past week as its price surged past $57,000 for the first time in over two years. BTC is currently up ~29% year to date. Here's the latest charts on three of the largest cryptocurrencies by market share through 2/27/24.

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How to Navigate Revenue and Expense Management: Competitive Insights for Financial Success

Speaker: Hilary Akhaabi, PhD - Founder, Chief Financial & Operations Officer at Go Africa Global

In the fast-paced world of corporate finance, staying ahead of the curve is crucial for sustainable growth and profitability. This exclusive webinar with leading expert Hilary Akhaabi, PhD, will teach you practical ways to navigate complex financial landscapes and enhance your company's revenue management capabilities. Whether you're aiming to refine your financial strategies or seeking innovative solutions to drive performance, this new session is for you!

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Central Banking Digital Currencies

Wealth Management

Fiduciaries should expect questions about CBDCs.

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An Inside Look at the Q4 2023 GDP Second Estimate

Advisor Perspectives

Real gross domestic product (GDP) is comprised of four major subcomponents. In the Q4 GDP second estimate, all four components made positive contributions.

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Lifestyle Practice for Financial Advisors: 5 Essential Ingredients

Prosperity Coaching

Lifestyle Practice for Financial Advisors: 5 Essential Ingredients. Financial advisors in many business models are often motivated by maximizing investment returns as much as possible. It can be a fascinating process to find those unique financial vehicles that benefit clients most. The process can include many hours of research and […] The post Lifestyle Practice for Financial Advisors: 5 Essential Ingredients appeared first on The Prosperous Advisor Coaching Blog.