Weekend Reading For Financial Planners (February 15–16)
Nerd's Eye View
FEBRUARY 14, 2025
Which suggests firms that can meet clients' evolving needs as they advance up the wealth spectrum (e.g.,
Weekend Reading For Financial Planners (November 30–December 1)
Nerd's Eye View
NOVEMBER 29, 2024
Which could prove to be a boon for the financial advice industry as more consumers are willing to entrust their assets to an advisor (while at the same time possibly making it tougher for some advisors to differentiate themselves primarily by how they put their clients' interests first?).
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Weekend Reading For Financial Planners (January 11–12)
Nerd's Eye View
JANUARY 10, 2025
Enjoy the current installment of "Weekend Reading For Financial Planners" - this week's edition kicks off with the news that the "Social Security Fairness Act" was signed into law this week, eliminating the Windfall Elimination Provision (WEP) and the Government Pension Offset (GPO) provisions, which previously reduced the Social Security benefits (..)
Weekend Reading For Financial Planners (February 8–9)
Nerd's Eye View
FEBRUARY 7, 2025
Enjoy the current installment of "Weekend Reading For Financial Planners" – this week's edition kicks off with the news that CFP Board CEO Kevin Keller this week announced his plans to retire and step down from his position at the end of April next year.
22 Top Financial Advisor Podcasts To Listen To In 2025
Nerd's Eye View
JANUARY 20, 2025
With this in mind, we have compiled a list of "Top Financial Advisor Podcasts", with a particular focus on how advisors can find the 'right' podcasts that fit their interests and business needs, whether they are aspiring financial planners or managing large enterprises. The podcasts are organized by category (e.g.,
Weekend Reading For Financial Planners (September 14–September 15)
Nerd's Eye View
SEPTEMBER 13, 2024
Enjoy the current installment of "Weekend Reading For Financial Planners" - this week's edition kicks off with the news that the SEC this week fined 4 RIAs for violations of its marketing rule related to their claims that they offered 'conflict-free' financial advice.
Weekend Reading For Financial Planners (October 28-29)
Nerd's Eye View
OCTOBER 27, 2023
Enjoy the current installment of "Weekend Reading For Financial Planners" - this week's edition kicks off with the news that the shift in financial advice from pure investment management to comprehensive financial planning continues, with more individuals becoming CFP professionals than CFAs in the past few years as consumers increasing the diversity (..)
Weekend Reading For Financial Planners (August 3-4)
Nerd's Eye View
AUGUST 2, 2024
Enjoy the current installment of “Weekend Reading For Financial Planners” - this week’s edition kicks off with the news that a Federal district court in Texas has put a stay on the effective date of the Department of Labor’s (DoL’s) new Retirement Security Rule (aka “Fiduciary Rule 2.0”),
Weekend Reading For Financial Planners (Aug. 3-4)
Nerd's Eye View
AUGUST 2, 2024
Enjoy the current installment of “Weekend Reading For Financial Planners” - this week’s edition kicks off with the news that a Federal district court in Texas has put a stay on the effective date of the Department of Labor’s (DoL’s) new Retirement Security Rule (aka “Fiduciary Rule 2.0”),
Weekend Reading For Financial Planners (Jan 21-22)
Nerd's Eye View
JANUARY 20, 2023
Enjoy the current installment of “Weekend Reading For Financial Planners” – this week’s edition kicks off with the news that several states are considering a series of tax hikes targeting higher-income and ultra-high-net-worth residents after similar proposals failed to pass at the Federal level.
Weekend Reading For Financial Planners (July 6-7)
Nerd's Eye View
JULY 5, 2024
Enjoy the current installment of "Weekend Reading For Financial Planners" - this week's edition kicks off with the news that a recent U.S.
Weekend Reading For Financial Planners (September 7–September 8)
Nerd's Eye View
SEPTEMBER 6, 2024
Enjoy the current installment of "Weekend Reading For Financial Planners" – this week's edition kicks off with the news that the Treasury Department has finalized rules requiring most SEC-registered RIAs to implement risk-based Anti-Money Laundering and Countering the Financing of Terrorism programs, including a requirement to report suspicious (..)
Kitces & Carl Ep 152: Advisory Fee Confidence And Building The Happy-Client Stoke File
Nerd's Eye View
NOVEMBER 28, 2024
How much to charge for financial advice is rarely a decision made lightly. A firm's pricing strategy often reflects both the local market (or niche-related) norms – such as the nearly-ubiquitous 1%. Others may align with broader industry trends, like transitioning to fee-only structures to buffer against market volatility.
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Weekend Reading For Financial Planners (July 29-30)
Nerd's Eye View
JULY 28, 2023
Enjoy the current installment of “Weekend Reading For Financial Planners” - this week’s edition kicks off with the news that RIAs appear to be building more comprehensive and more integrated tech stacks, and are benefiting from greater operational efficiencies, according to the latest Schwab RIA Benchmarking Study, with larger firms (..)
Weekend Reading For Financial Planners (September 2-3)
Nerd's Eye View
SEPTEMBER 1, 2023
Enjoy the current installment of "Weekend Reading For Financial Planners" - this week's edition kicks off with the news that the Massachusetts Supreme Judicial Court ruled that the state's fiduciary rule for broker-dealers can stand, potentially opening the door for other states to impose similar standards that exceed the requirements of the Securities (..)
Weekend Reading For Financial Planners (September 16-17)
Nerd's Eye View
SEPTEMBER 15, 2023
Enjoy the current installment of "Weekend Reading For Financial Planners" - this week's edition kicks off with the news that a recent survey indicates financial advisors are the most trusted source of financial advice for consumers across generations, and are particularly trusted among wealthier individuals.
Weekend Reading For Financial Planners (October 21-22)
Nerd's Eye View
OCTOBER 20, 2023
Enjoy the current installment of "Weekend Reading For Financial Planners" - this week's edition kicks off with the news that a recent study from Fidelity Institutional highlights the growing popularity of the RIA model and the success advisors have had after going independent. Read More.
Weekend Reading For Financial Planners (February 24-25)
Nerd's Eye View
FEBRUARY 23, 2024
Enjoy the current installment of "Weekend Reading For Financial Planners" - this week's edition kicks off with the news that while both the total number of RIAs and advisor headcount have seen significant gains in recent years, client assets remain concentrated among the largest firms, according to data from Cerulli Associates, with the 7% of RIAs (..)
Weekend Reading For Financial Planners (Oct 22-23)
Nerd's Eye View
OCTOBER 21, 2022
Enjoy the current installment of “Weekend Reading For Financial Planners” - this week’s edition kicks off with the news that Congress appears poised to pass a series of changes affecting retirement planning, dubbed “SECURE ACT 2.0”, ”, by the end of the year.
Kitces & Carl Ep 135: Do Experienced Financial Planners Have A Professional Obligation To Create Job Opportunities For The Next Generation?
Nerd's Eye View
APRIL 4, 2024
Beyond that, however, obligating financial planners to hire and train new advisors could create some unintended (and detrimental) consequences. Which, in turn, has prompted some to wonder if firm owners have a specific obligation to their profession to hire and train next-gen talent. Read More.
Weekend Reading For Financial Planners (December 9-10)
Nerd's Eye View
DECEMBER 8, 2023
Enjoy the current installment of "Weekend Reading For Financial Planners" - this week's edition kicks off with the news that a new study from research firm Cerulli has found that investors' willingness to pay for financial advice has risen over the last 15 years, with more investors reporting using a financial advisor (and a decreasing share considering (..)
How a Fee-Only, Flat-Fee Financial Planner Can Save You $114K+
MainStreet Financial Planning
MARCH 7, 2025
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). Instead, they provide objective, conflict-free financial advice at a predictable cost.
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Adviser links: staffing a growing firm
Abnormal Returns
SEPTEMBER 9, 2024
youtube.com) Brendan Frazier talks with Michael Kitces about mastering the human side of financial advice. kitces.com) Ownership Nearly half of all financial planners surveyed by the CFP Board have an ownership stake in the company where they work. citywire.com) A lot can change when you sell your practice.
Adviser links: picking up the phone
Abnormal Returns
OCTOBER 16, 2023
wiredplanning.com) Daniel Crosby talks with Matt Reiner partner at Capital Investment Advisors about the future of financial advice. investmentnews.com) Advisers How a financial planner is like a general practitioner. Podcasts Brendan Frazier talks with Meghaan Lurtz about re-engaging with existing clients.
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Adviser links: limited progress
Abnormal Returns
JANUARY 15, 2024
Podcasts Michael Kitces talks about starting over with Kimberly Enders who is the Lead Financial Planner and Managing Partner of Enders Wealth Management. riabiz.com) Why women are still struggling to make progress in the world of financial advice.
Kitces & Carl Ep 94: Is Being A Financial Planner A Service Business Or An Intellectual Property Business?
Nerd's Eye View
SEPTEMBER 8, 2022
For many financial advisors, the most valuable part of what they offer comes down to the financial advice that they give, whether it be the expert guidance they give to a certain niche or a unique point of view that presents unique insights to an individual client.
The Market For “Lemons” In Financial Advice: How Higher Standards Can Lower Costs And Increase Access To Advice
Nerd's Eye View
SEPTEMBER 26, 2022
Accordingly, advisor licensing could mean establishing a requirement involving a professional designation like the CFP certification for those who provide financial advice.
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How Marketing With The CFP Marks Reduces Client Acquisition Costs And Accelerates Revenue Growth
Nerd's Eye View
MARCH 27, 2023
According to the 2022 Kitces Research study, “How Financial Planners Actually Market Their Services”, advisors without the CFP marks typically spend more of their time on marketing activities relative to CFP practitioners (allowing them to spend more time on higher-value tasks). Read More.
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Why Clients Resist Financial Advice
Advisor Perspectives
SEPTEMBER 11, 2023
The illusion is that people come to financial planners for financial advice.
A Promising Picture for Financial Planner Job Growth
eMoney Advisor
DECEMBER 15, 2022
In an era of uncertainty, the value Americans place on professional advice from a financial planner has increased. adults said their most trusted source of financial advice was a financial advisor. 1 Market volatility was found to be a major factor in spurring people to seek advice. Sources: 1.
50th Anniversary Of The CFP Marks: The Journey, Current State Of CFP Board, And Growing The Financial Planning Profession
Nerd's Eye View
SEPTEMBER 25, 2023
Gradually, CFP Board also raised the ethical standards for CFP professionals, introducing a fiduciary standard on financial planning in 2008 and, in 2020, an expanded fiduciary standard that applies whenever the certificant is giving financial advice.
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How to Find a Fiduciary Financial Advisor
Darrow Wealth Management
NOVEMBER 4, 2024
Hybrid firms can switch between their status as a registered investment advisor and brokerage, which can be problematic for individuals seeking unbiased financial advice. Benefits of working with an independent fiduciary advisor Independence is important when seeking financial advice.
#FASuccess Ep 405: When Being ‘Youthful’ Turns From A Liability To An Asset In Building Your (Long-Term) Advisory Business, With Gaetano Sacco
Nerd's Eye View
OCTOBER 1, 2024
In this episode, we talk in-depth about Gaetano's experience working in insurance sales starting soon after he graduated from college, including why the need to cold-call for business as a relative newcomer was both a challenge and a confidence-builder as he started to gain traction selling insurance products and some standalone financial plans, the (..)
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10 Money Lessons I’ve Learned as a Financial Planner
Your Richest Life
JULY 17, 2024
The internet is drowning in financial advice, both good and bad. 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. Money lesson #7: Find the financial planner who is right for you.
Benefits of Pursuing a Certified Financial Planner Course
International College of Financial Planning
MAY 6, 2022
A Certified Financial Planner (CFP) is a professional designation awarded to individuals who have completed a rigorous course of study and passed a comprehensive exam. The CFP designation is recognized worldwide and marks excellence in the financial planning industry. FP designation. It reveals everything about finance to you.
The Impact of Financial Planner Certification or CFP® on Career Growth
International College of Financial Planning
FEBRUARY 23, 2024
In the professional domain of finance, the role of a financial planner has become increasingly pivotal. As individuals and businesses alike strive for financial stability and growth, the demand for skilled financial planners has surged.
The Reboot and Rebrand of Advisor Today
NAIFA Advisor Today
JANUARY 28, 2025
Richardson is a financial planner who has been providing sound financial advice to his clients since 2005. His primary focus is to help people align their financial decisions with their values and truths to live enriching lives.
How Certified Financial Planners Can Leverage Digital Platforms?
International College of Financial Planning
OCTOBER 17, 2023
The digital age has brought forth numerous opportunities, especially for professionals in the financial services sector. Certified Financial Planners (CFPs) stand at the forefront of this revolution. The Rise of Financial Planning Software In financial services, staying updated in real-time has become crucial.
Stock Market Highs and Your Retirement
The Chicago Financial Planner
NOVEMBER 8, 2021
This might have been their own doing or the result of poor financial advice. Check out my freelance financial writing services including my ghostwriting services for financial advisors. Please contact me with any thoughts or suggestions about anything you’ve read here at The Chicago Financial Planner.
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An Exclusive Talk on New Certified Financial Planner (CFPCM) Certification With Mr Arun Thukral, Former MD & CEO – Axis Securities
International College of Financial Planning
JANUARY 18, 2023
.” Today’s businesses require financial advice to fulfill their financial objectives. Selecting a career as a “financial planner” will aid in opening doors to success. If you are aspiring to become a successful financial planner? Consider the CFP course.
Financial Planning Mistakes You’re Probably Making (And What to Do Instead)
International College of Financial Planning
MARCH 12, 2025
Unlike their predecessors, they are tech-savvy, investment-curious, and financially independent-inded. But they also have a mild addiction to online shopping, an over-reliance on BNPL schemes, and a tendency to take financial advice from influencers who may or may not know what theyre talking about.
How to Become a Financial Advisor or Financial Planner in India?
International College of Financial Planning
SEPTEMBER 3, 2021
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.
The Importance of a Certified Financial Planner (CFP) for Your Financial Planning
WiserAdvisor
NOVEMBER 21, 2022
As an individual or business owner, you have a unique set of circumstances, goals, and risk tolerance that are each necessary to consider when creating a successful financial plan. This is where a Certified Financial Planner (CFP) can step in. What is a Certified Financial Planner?
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