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When Are Advisors (Financially) Liable For Negligent Investment Advice? (And Who Pays For It)

Nerd's Eye View

For example, if an advisor recommends an investment that prioritizes the commission they would receive rather than any benefit the client would derive from it, they could incur fines and sanctions for violating their fiduciary duty as an advisor.

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CFP Board’s Crypto Guidelines Offer a Word of Caution

eMoney Advisor

As cryptocurrency continues to become a more significant part of the investment world, what responsibility lies with financial advisors who have a fiduciary duty to protect their clients? Risks Associated with Crypto. Much of this is due to their extreme volatility and challenges with regulation. Proceed with Knowledge.

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How to Choose the Right Wealth Management Firm in Kansas City

Fortune Financial

Your financial goals and risk tolerance are the roadmap for your entire wealth management strategy, shaping your decisions and the services you require. Risk Tolerance Identify and consider your risk tolerance when setting your financial goals.

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What Is a Fiduciary?

Carson Wealth

The CFP ® designation requires those holding this designation to act as a fiduciary when providing financial advising or financial planning services. Act without regard to the interests of the advisor’s employing firm. Duty of care – Act with care, prudence and diligence when making recommendations to a client.

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How to Choose the Right Wealth Management Firm in Kansas City

Fortune Financial

Your financial goals and risk tolerance are the roadmap for your entire wealth management strategy, shaping your decisions and the services you require. Risk Tolerance Identify and consider your risk tolerance when setting your financial goals.

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The Benefits of a Diversified Investment Portfolio

International College of Financial Planning

This strategy aligns with your financial goals, risk tolerance, and timeline, ultimately leading to a more stable and profitable investment journey. Their fiduciary duty obliges them to always act in the best interests of their clients, minimizing potential conflicts of interest.

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Empower (formerly Personal Capital) Review – Managing All Your Investments in One Place

Good Financial Cents

We accept a fiduciary obligation to act in your best interest, and our advice must be aimed at making money for you, not for us. Fiduciary duty means the party has a legal obligation to put your interests above their own. This is absolutely key with any financial advisor you talk to, whether in person or online.