Indigo Marketing Agency

MARCH 19, 2025

Best Ad Practices That Work for Marketing Financial Advisor Services One of the most surefire ways of growing a business fast and keeping a steady stream of leads coming in is with advertising. Indigo Marketing Agency helps financial advisors get more clients with our complete marketing and advertising services.

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Midstream Marketing

OCTOBER 29, 2024

Key Highlights A strong marketing plan is key for financial advisors. This guide offers helpful tips to create a good advertising plan in the financial services area. Introduction In today’s world, having a strong online presence is really important for financial advisors.

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Zoe Financial

MARCH 21, 2025

What Do Financial Advisors Do? Published: March 21st, 2025 Reading Time: 6 minutes Written by: The Zoe Team Managing wealth involves more than just investingit requires careful planning, strategic decision-making, and a long-term vision. What Does a Financial Advisor Do? Optimizing tax-efficient retirement income.

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Nerd's Eye View

JULY 26, 2024

Also in industry news this week: While the number of RIA M&A deals has not surged in 2024, the average size of deals has increased, demonstrating interest from (often private-equity-backed) firms in pursuing larger targets Off-channel communication tops the list of concerns amongst RIA compliance professionals, with advertising and marketing coming (..)

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WiserAdvisor

MARCH 13, 2024

Within this framework, the concept of the five pillars of retirement planning emerges as a valuable strategy. These pillars provide a comprehensive framework for building a resilient and sustainable plan. This alignment is crucial for achieving long-term financial security and weathering market volatility with resilience.

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Nerd's Eye View

JANUARY 4, 2023

Financial advisors have a wide range of strategies at their disposal to create financial plans for their clients. This strategy is valuable because it generally allows for higher initial withdrawal rates than more static approaches that don’t accommodate clients willing to adjust their spending in retirement.

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Nerd's Eye View

SEPTEMBER 20, 2023

30 years ago, when financial plans relied mainly on constant investment return projections derived from straight-line appreciation and time-value of money calculations, financial advisors began acknowledging and accounting for the variable and uncertain nature of investment returns.

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Nerd's Eye View

SEPTEMBER 20, 2023

30 years ago, when financial plans relied mainly on constant investment return projections derived from straight-line appreciation and time-value of money calculations, financial advisors began acknowledging and accounting for the variable and uncertain nature of investment returns.

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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

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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Midstream Marketing

DECEMBER 10, 2024

By adopting these campaigns, advisors can achieve better results, connect with their target audience, and grow their business successfully. Introduction In todays challenging market, financial advisors need strong financial advisor marketing strategies. This is why video marketing works well for financial advisors.

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Midstream Marketing

NOVEMBER 6, 2024

Key Highlights Content marketing helps financial advisors stand out and earn trust from potential clients. When advisors share valuable content for a specific target audience, they can attract new clients and boost their online presence. It helps advisors show their thought leadership and grow their business.

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Carson Wealth

AUGUST 25, 2022

Simple heuristics – such as planning on spending 70% of your current income or being able to spend down a fixed percentage of your portfolio annually – fall short when life gets in the way. Answers to questions surrounding “Can I retire on a million dollars?” or “Can I retire with two million dollars?”

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Integrity Financial Planning

SEPTEMBER 26, 2022

For one person, that might mean reassessing their risk tolerance and portfolio holdings to make sure that they hold assets that will at least sustain their value or provide a safer return, such as an interest rate or a dividend yield. So, preparing for the likelihood of a pullback or recession is crucial when it comes to retirement planning.

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Nerd's Eye View

MAY 1, 2023

Welcome to the May 2023 issue of the Latest News in Financial #AdvisorTech – where we look at the big news, announcements, and underlying trends and developments that are emerging in the world of technology solutions for financial advisors!

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The Chicago Financial Planner

AUGUST 24, 2021

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. Approaching retirement and want another opinion on where you stand?

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Nerd's Eye View

OCTOBER 7, 2024

Welcome to the October 2024 issue of the Latest News in Financial #AdvisorTech – where we look at the big news, announcements, and underlying trends and developments that are emerging in the world of technology solutions for financial advisors!

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Carson Wealth

MARCH 29, 2023

The same is true of retirement planning – if you zero in on your portfolio and nothing else, you’ll miss out on some major factors that can make a significant difference in your retirement and ultimately your bottom line. A major cut into your 401(k) or IRA could affect your whole retirement plan.

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MainStreet Financial Planning

MARCH 7, 2025

When choosing a financial advisor, how they charge for their services can significantly impact your long-term wealth. 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).

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Carson Wealth

JULY 3, 2024

Plan for Your Retirement As a small business owner, it’s essential to plan for your retirement independently since you may not have the benefit of employer-sponsored retirement plans. Not only do these plans help you save for the future, but you are also able to defer taxes to later years.

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The Chicago Financial Planner

JUNE 13, 2022

Assuming that you have a financial plan with an investment strategy in place there is really nothing to do at this point. Ideally you’ve been rebalancing your portfolio along the way and your asset allocation is largely in line with your plan and your risk tolerance. FINANCIAL WRITING. Focus on risk.

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Darrow Wealth Management

MARCH 3, 2025

The choice between stocks and bonds depends on their individual circumstances, such as risk tolerance, time horizon, and financial goals. Bond Basics: How Bonds Work and Reasons to Add Bonds to Your Portfolio Stock vs bond historical returns by calendar year Investors dont hold bonds to outperform stocks over the long run.

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The Chicago Financial Planner

NOVEMBER 8, 2021

This might have been their own doing or the result of poor financial advice. This is the time to review your portfolio allocation and rebalance if needed. For example, your plan might call for a 60% allocation to stocks but with the gains that stocks have experienced you might now be at 70% or more. FINANCIAL WRITING.

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Random Roger's Retirement Planning

OCTOBER 19, 2024

Barron's had an article about rebalancing portfolios noting that the run in stocks was a good time to rebalance the equity allocation back down closer to target, whatever that might be and also rebalance down some of the relative winners. Over the years, I've trimmed here and there when holdings get too big relative to the portfolio.

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The Chicago Financial Planner

FEBRUARY 8, 2023

You should consult with the Social Security Administration, or a tax or financial advisor who is well-versed on Social Security regarding your specific situation. Approaching retirement and want another opinion on where you stand? FINANCIAL WRITING. NEW SERVICE – Financial Coaching. Your situation may differ.

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Nerd's Eye View

MARCH 27, 2024

One way financial advisors can add value for retiring clients is to estimate how much they can spend sustainably during their retirement years without depleting their investment portfolio. to cover retirement income needs before claiming Social Security benefits). Read More.

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Zoe Financial

MAY 18, 2023

5 Reasons Why You Should Hire a Financial Advisor Published May 18th, 2023 Reading Time: 3 minutes Written by: The Zoe Team Hiring a financial advisor is a big decision that can be crucial in helping you grow your wealth and achieve your goals. Here are 5 signs it might be time to hire a financial advisor.

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The Chicago Financial Planner

FEBRUARY 5, 2022

What impact have the solid stock market gains of the past three years had on your portfolio? Solid, well-managed active funds can also contribute to a well-diversified portfolio. View all accounts as part of a total portfolio. FINANCIAL WRITING. Perhaps it’s time to rebalance and to rethink your ongoing asset allocation.

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WiserAdvisor

DECEMBER 15, 2023

While the prospect of accumulating sufficient retirement income may appear daunting, hiring a professional can be beneficial. The assistance of a financial advisor can play a pivotal role in helping you accumulate and safeguard your earnings. How do financial advisors help in retirement income accumulation?

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WiserAdvisor

JULY 27, 2023

This advanced language processing technology has also greatly impacted the financial advisory sector, prompting a critical question: Can ChatGPT replace human financial advisors in retirement planning? Personalized guidance, empathy, and a deep contextual understanding are integral to effective retirement planning.

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Darrow Wealth Management

FEBRUARY 9, 2025

If you own 10,000 shares, you receive $40,000 in dividend income (before taxes) and have a portfolio currently worth $2M. You’ll receive the same $40,000 in dividend income and the value of your portfolio drops to $1.5M. Dividend paying stocks and funds can be a great addition to a portfolio.

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WiserAdvisor

AUGUST 3, 2023

While many individuals choose to navigate their financial journey independently, seeking the guidance of a professional financial advisor can offer unique advantages that may prove invaluable in the long run. One common aspect that most individuals consider is the cost associated with engaging a financial advisor.

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Nationwide Financial

JANUARY 25, 2023

In recent months, Americans are rethinking what life in retirement looks like because of economic uncertainty, opting to adjust their personal priorities with financial stability in mind. Working after retirement on the rise. This sentiment continues across the board.

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WiserAdvisor

SEPTEMBER 13, 2023

While grappling with various aspects of retirement planning, it is imperative to acknowledge a critical factor that often does not receive its due attention – longevity risk. While this is undoubtedly positive, it introduces the challenge of ensuring that your financial resources last an extended retirement period.

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WiserAdvisor

AUGUST 26, 2022

On the other hand, if you tend to struggle with budgeting or find financial planning overwhelming, then professional money management could be a better solution. Ultimately, the decision to hire a professional financial advisor or not is a personal call that must be made after a careful assessment of your financial situation and goals.

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Random Roger's Retirement Planning

NOVEMBER 20, 2024

The 4% rule is generally the accepted standard for a safe withdrawal rate in retirement to ensure the assets last for 30 years. Bengen retired as a financial advisor in 2013 but he also considers himself a researcher. He basically ran the numbers for someone retiring in 1926 and then each each up into the 1970's.

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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. Financial advisors charge a fee for their services.

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