Nerd's Eye View

FEBRUARY 2, 2024

Enjoy the current installment of "Weekend Reading For Financial Planners" - this week's edition kicks off with the news that a Morningstar survey has found that financial advisory clients are more likely to stick with their advisor for emotional reasons rather than investment returns alone.

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Nerd's Eye View

NOVEMBER 24, 2023

Enjoy the current installment of “Weekend Reading For Financial Planners” - this week’s edition kicks off with the news that FINRA has issued a proposal to allow broker-dealers to advertise hypothetical performance data to institutional and high-net-worth investors, which would bring the rules for broker-dealers largely in line with (..)

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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 (..)

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Nerd's Eye View

AUGUST 25, 2023

Enjoy the current installment of "Weekend Reading For Financial Planners" - this week's edition kicks off with the news that a recent CFP Board survey indicates that consumers do not expect AI tools to replace human financial advisors, but rather supplement advisors' work.

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Nerd's Eye View

MAY 31, 2024

Also in industry news this week: Legislation that has passed through the U.S.

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Nerd's Eye View

DECEMBER 1, 2023

Enjoy the current installment of "Weekend Reading For Financial Planners" - this week's edition kicks off with the news that the U.S. Supreme Court heard arguments this week in the case of SEC v.

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Nerd's Eye View

OCTOBER 13, 2023

Enjoy the current installment of "Weekend Reading For Financial Planners" - this week's edition kicks off with a new study from Herbers & Company that provides insight into the financial planning services that consumers demand the most, and which services financial advisory firms offer the most often.

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Nerd's Eye View

AUGUST 11, 2023

Enjoy the current installment of "Weekend Reading For Financial Planners" - this week's edition kicks off with the news that the Massachusetts Secretary of the Commonwealth has launched an investigation into how investment firms are using artificial intelligence-enabled technologies, echoing concerns expressed by the SEC that these tools could be used (..)

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Nerd's Eye View

MAY 24, 2024

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Nerd's Eye View

APRIL 4, 2024

Advisor Metrics, Cerulli Associates predicts that 37.5% (or nearly 110,000) of financial advisors will retire over the next 10 years. Beyond that, however, obligating financial planners to hire and train new advisors could create some unintended (and detrimental) consequences. Read More.

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Nerd's Eye View

JUNE 16, 2023

Among other highlighted areas of interest, the regulator also flagged whether certain “ineligible persons” have been compensated for testimonials or endorsements and advisors’ use of third-party ratings in advertisements.

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Nerd's Eye View

JUNE 9, 2023

And given the opaque nature of many private investments, financial advisors could play an important role in helping their clients assess whether these opportunities make sense for their portfolio and broader financial plan.

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Nerd's Eye View

FEBRUARY 10, 2023

Enjoy the current installment of “Weekend Reading For Financial Planners” - this week’s edition kicks off with the news that according to CFP Board leaders, “everything is on the table” when it comes to the organization’s announced competency standards review.

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Nerd's Eye View

SEPTEMBER 23, 2022

While the new rule allows financial advisors to proactively use testimonials (from clients), endorsements (from non-clients), and highlight their own ratings on various third-party websites, the SEC’s warning suggests that advisory firms will want to take care to abide by the compliance requirements linked to the new rule.

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Nerd's Eye View

AUGUST 19, 2022

Enjoy the current installment of “Weekend Reading For Financial Planners” - this week’s edition kicks off with the news that the FPA is planning to leave the Financial Planning Coalition (which also includes the CFP Board and NAPFA) at the end of the year.

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Nerd's Eye View

SEPTEMBER 9, 2022

Enjoy the current installment of “Weekend Reading For Financial Planners” - this week’s edition kicks off with the news that as Millennials grow their wealth, they could be increasingly turning to financial advisors for guidance.

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Nerd's Eye View

NOVEMBER 4, 2022

Also in industry news this week: How an SEC review of a FINRA proposal to facilitate remote work could signal its thinking on the supervision of remote work for financial advisors more broadly. Morningstar has joined an increasingly competitive market of direct indexing platforms for advisors and their clients.

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Nerd's Eye View

JUNE 23, 2023

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Nerd's Eye View

AUGUST 19, 2022

Enjoy the current installment of “Weekend Reading For Financial Planners” - this week’s edition kicks off with the news that the FPA is planning to leave the Financial Planning Coalition (which also includes the CFP Board and NAPFA) at the end of the year.

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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. To ensure that an advisor who will help you plan your finance, follow these steps. Do the research of the available advisors – the first step is to find a financial planner who will help you plan your finances.

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International College of Financial Planning

OCTOBER 26, 2023

Why Do You Need a Financial Planner? In the vast realm of finance, numerous pathways lead to the esteemed financial advisor title. Let’s unveil the roles of these dedicated experts, who tirelessly weave strategies to illuminate the path towards their clients’ financial aspirations. Where Do They Shine?

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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. Financial Planner Job Growth in the Next Decade. The Financial Planning Workforce. population.

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Nerd's Eye View

DECEMBER 25, 2023

Each week in Weekend Reading For Financial Planners, we seek to bring you synopses and commentaries on 12 articles covering news for financial advisors including topics covering technical planning, practice management, advisor marketing, career development, and more.

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WiserAdvisor

SEPTEMBER 1, 2022

If you are thinking about why you should continue meeting with your financial advisor, you have already taken a big step toward securing your financial future – you have engaged the services of a professional. Now, how often you need to meet with your advisor depends on the degree of help needed by you.

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Indigo Marketing Agency

DECEMBER 19, 2022

As a financial advisor, your job requires you to stay on top of leading industry information, the evolving ways to connect with clients, and new strategies for managing money. That’s why we’ve identified the top 41 financial influencers we believe will greatly impact the industry in 2023. Check out his Twitter feed here.

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Nerd's Eye View

MARCH 5, 2024

Welcome back to the 375th episode of the Financial Advisor Success Podcast ! My guest on today's podcast is Rob Schultz. Rob is the Senior Partner of NWF Advisory, a hybrid firm based in Los Angeles, California, where he oversees nearly $500M in assets under management for 200 client households. Read More.

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eMoney Advisor

FEBRUARY 1, 2023

Megan McCoy presented research-based evidence that people who have experienced financial stress and hardship in the past are often more resilient in the face of future financial shocks. 2 Amidst all of this uncertainty, what can help individuals be more resilient in coping with financial stress?

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Steve Sanduski

FEBRUARY 27, 2024

Guest: Mario Nardone, CFA , Founding Partner of East Bay Investment Solutions, which offers outsourced chief investment officer (OCIO) solutions for planning and relationship-focused financial advisors. But even an expert “people person” still has to deliver on the numbers side as well.

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WiserAdvisor

AUGUST 18, 2023

When it comes to personal finance, the guidance of a financial advisor can help you in more ways than one. These experts have the necessary financial knowledge and expertise to help you make informed decisions about your money, investments, and future financial security.

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The Chicago Financial Planner

NOVEMBER 27, 2022

Investment options for both plans generally run the full gamut of typical investment options available at your custodian such as mutual funds , individual stocks, ETFs , bonds, closed-end funds, etc. Not sure if your investments are right for your situation? NEW SERVICE – Financial Coaching. FINANCIAL WRITING.

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The Chicago Financial Planner

FEBRUARY 6, 2022

There are a number of retirement plan options to consider. The quality of each plan is different, but if your plan offers a solid investment menu and reasonable expenses, consider increasing your contributions beyond the minimum required to receive the full company match. Take charge of your investments, don’t just default .

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Indigo Marketing Agency

JANUARY 24, 2024

To stay ahead of the game, financial advisors need to link up with the brightest and best in the industry. Michael Kitces Reason to Follow: Unparalleled insights and thought leadership in financial planning and wealth management Michael Kitces, a legend among financial advisors, is an industry name who needs no introduction.

Financial Advisor 52

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Indigo Marketing Agency

JANUARY 24, 2024

To stay ahead of the game, financial advisors need to link up with the brightest and best in the industry. Michael Kitces Reason to Follow: Unparalleled insights and thought leadership in financial planning and wealth management Michael Kitces, a legend among financial advisors, is an industry name who needs no introduction.

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International College of Financial Planning

AUGUST 2, 2021

There is a huge demand for Financial Advisors in India. In this write-up, we look at how one can become a financial advisor in India along with the opportunities and challenges in this career. Are you looking at a career as a Financial Advisor in India? What Does a Financial Advisor Do?

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Sara Grillo

AUGUST 14, 2023

So we’ve got a lively crew here today to debate, does it really matter if someone is a fiduciary financial advisor, or not? I am a CFA® charterholder and financial advisor marketing consultant. I am an irreverent and fun marketing consultant for financial advisors. Let’s debate it! Let’s talk about it.

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Harness Wealth

JUNE 1, 2023

When it comes to managing wealth and planning for a secure financial future, the services of financial professionals, such as financial advisors or wealth managers, are invaluable. Table of Contents What Services Does a Financial Advisor Provide? Here, we focus on two such studies.

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Sara Grillo

DECEMBER 12, 2022

Watch as all h&#@ breaks loose discussing the question of broker vs. financial advisor, commissions, fees, value, and more! I am a CFA® charterholder and financial advisor marketing consultant. I am an irreverent and fun marketing consultant for financial advisors. This debate went psycho at times.

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