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

MainStreet Financial Planning

The two most common pricing models are fee-only financial planners (flat-fee or fixed-fee advisors) and AUM-based financial advisors (who charge a percentage of assets under management). While AUM advisors may seem appealing, they often come with high lifetime fees and potential conflicts of interest.

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#FA Success 291: Managing Fast Growth And Slow Growth Of A Planning-Centric Advice Firm, With Amy Irvine

Nerd's Eye View

In this episode, we talk in-depth about how after working for years in the financial industry, Amy realized there was a missed opportunity in working with career-driven Gen X women like her and decided to focus on serving that type of clientele she knew so well, how the initial fear of launching a firm on her own initially led Amy to partner with another (..)

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Financial Fraud – Tips to Protect Yourself

The Chicago Financial Planner

I’d like to tell you that the problem emanates only from financial advisors who sell product, but sadly two former presidents of NAPFA, the country’s largest organization of fee-only advisors , were been implicated in fraud cases in recent years. FINANCIAL WRITING.

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Stock Market Highs and Your Retirement

The Chicago Financial Planner

If you don’t have a financial plan in place, or if the last one you’ve done is old and outdated, this is a great time to review your situation and to get an up-to-date plan in place. Do it yourself if you’re comfortable or hire a fee-only financial advisor to help you. FINANCIAL WRITING.

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What does it mean to be a Fee-Only financial advisor?

Walkner Condon Financial Advisors

Fee-Only financial advisors and firms receive no sales-related compensation or incentives. They are compensated only by the fee the client pays. It’s important to note that commission-based financial advisors are not required to disclose the amount of commission they receive on the products they sell.

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How to Become a Financial Advisor or Financial Planner in India?

International College of Financial Planning

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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10 Money Lessons I’ve Learned as a Financial Planner

Your Richest Life

Paying off student loans , saving for your child’s education or paying off your mortgage are goals that many people have, but don’t forget to support yourself, too. Financial advice from the internet, podcasts, books or even your family members has to be taken with a grain of salt, because those sources don’t know your full financial picture.