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Weekend Reading For Financial Planners (June 22-23)

Nerd's Eye View

Enjoy the current installment of "Weekend Reading For Financial Planners" – this week's edition kicks off with the news that affluent Americans believe they need an average of $5.5 million in assets to both retire and pass on a legacy interest (though many have yet to establish an estate plan), according to a recent survey.

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Weekend Reading For Financial Planners (March 25-26)

Nerd's Eye View

Enjoy the current installment of "Weekend Reading For Financial Planners" - this week’s edition kicks off with the news that the CFP Board of Standards launched its 1st ad campaign, dubbed "It’s Gotta Be A CFP", following its transition to a 501(c)(6) organization.

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Adviser links: technical skill

Abnormal Returns

Podcasts Rick Ferri talks estate planning with Ryan Barrett and Mike Piper. wsj.com) Planning The ways that a financial planner can add value for a client are nearly limitless. kitces.com) The financial planning process is becoming increasingly collaborative and less one-way.

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What (Really) Makes Advisors More Productive And The Third Kitces Research Study On Advisor Productivity

Nerd's Eye View

2022 marks the 50 th anniversary of the enrollment of students into the first Certified Financial Planner (CFP) course, and in the years since then, financial planning (and the process of creating a financial plan) has changed extensively. Read More.

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At The Money: Your Financial Captain

The Big Picture

At The Money: Your Financial Captain with Peter Mallouk (May 29, 2024) Who’s in charge of all of the details of your financial life? Not just the stocks and bonds, but your taxes, your will, your estate, any trusts, insurance, credit line, real estate, and anything that affects your financial health.

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Estate Planning Tips for Blended Families: 3 Areas Where Advisors Can Help

eMoney Advisor

Fortunately, financial professionals have tools and wealth transfer strategies that can help couples be intentional about the use of their assets in an estate plan. Why Focus on Estate Planning for Blended Families A thoughtful plan and good communication can go a long way in heading off conflict in large families.

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How to Find a Fiduciary Financial Advisor

Darrow Wealth Management

Stockbrokers, registered representatives, dual registered advisors, insurance agents, and other types of advisor-sales roles don’t always have to act in your best interest depending on the situation. For non-fiduciary financial advisors, recommendations may only need to be suitable , not necessarily in the client’s best interest.