Advisors, Retirement and 'Real Retirement'
Wealth Management
MARCH 31, 2025
Introducing a new column tackling the realities of retirement that idealized financial services ads don't show you.
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Wealth Management
MARCH 31, 2025
Introducing a new column tackling the realities of retirement that idealized financial services ads don't show you.
Nerd's Eye View
NOVEMBER 29, 2024
Enjoy the current installment of "Weekend Reading For Financial Planners" – this week's edition kicks off with the news that a recent study from Cerulli Associates shows that consumer trust in financial services companies has increased significantly over the past decade, with firms that provide a more personalized approach to providing financial (..)
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Abnormal Returns
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(open.spotify.com) Christine Benz and Jeff Ptak talk with Robert Powell about generating income in retirement. wsj.com) Retirement Retirement planning is a moving target. humbledollar.com) Retirement is, in part, about declaring career victory. (humbledollar.com) Retirement is, in part, about declaring career victory.
Abnormal Returns
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podcasts.apple.com) Retirement Why working longer isn't necessarily a good retirement plan. cnbc.com) Retirement is an opportunity to let go of stuff you are carrying around. tonyisola.com) No one cares more about your retirement than you. rogersplanning.blogspot.com) Questions to ask when assessing when to retire.
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Mike McGlothlin , CFP, CLU, ChFC, LUTCF, NSSA, Executive Vice President, Retirement, at Ash Brokerage , is the 2024 recipient of the Kenneth Black Jr. He contributed as a writer to Prepare to Win: Lessons Learned at Knight School and is a frequent contributor to the Forbes Financial Council. Leadership Award.
Nerd's Eye View
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Enjoy the current installment of "Weekend Reading For Financial Planners" - this week's edition kicks off with the news that a recent study indicates that while overall social media engagement for financial services companies was down in 2023 compared to the previous year, firms boosted their engagement through posts that were entirely original content (..)
Nerd's Eye View
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Abnormal Returns
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standarddeviationspod.com) Peter Lazaroff talks with Dasarte Yarnway about the importance of diversity in financial services and how to increase it. wealthmanagement.com) Retirement Why most people underestimate their chances of living into old (90+) age. wsj.com) Retirement spending is more flexible than commonly thought.
Advisor Perspectives
APRIL 25, 2024
million Americans turning 65 in 2024, advisors are navigating four core risks that will impact their portfolios in retirement: longevity, inflation, volatility, and emotions. We will discuss new research by Dr. Wade Pfau, professor at The American College of Financial Services. With nearly 4.5
Nerd's Eye View
OCTOBER 1, 2022
From there, we have several articles on advisor marketing: How some of the biggest financial services firms are increasing their television advertising and how smaller firms can craft a scalable, cost-efficient marketing strategy.
Nerd's Eye View
SEPTEMBER 6, 2022
Welcome back to the 297th episode of the Financial Advisor Success Podcast ! Andy is the owner of Tenon Financial, a virtual independent RIA that oversees $70 million in assets under management for 43 retired client households. My guest on today's podcast is Andy Panko.
NAIFA Advisor Today
JANUARY 6, 2025
The J anuary issue of the Journal of Financial Service Professionals has arrived, and its a must-read for anyone in the financial services community. A much-anticipated feature of this edition is the annual indexed retirement and Social Security numbers for 2025, conveniently presented in an easy-to-reference table.
The Better Letter
APRIL 6, 2023
Realistic Retirement Planning My children have consistently (and kindly) remarked about how grateful they are to have been able to graduate (with honors) from fine universities without any debt. Our retirement planning took a hit to do so. Thanks for reading. However, achieving that goal came at a cost.
NAIFA Advisor Today
APRIL 8, 2024
The Foundation for Financial Service Professionals has announced the recipients of the Kenneth Black Jr. Journal Author Awards for articles published in the Journal of Financial Service Professionals in 2023. The Foundation was established by the leadership of the Society of Financial Service Professionals (FSP) in 1982.
NAIFA Advisor Today
APRIL 20, 2023
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NAIFA Advisor Today
JUNE 14, 2023
Additionally, Joe is a Founder of the Insured Retirement Institute and was featured on the cover of Life Insurance Selling Magazine. Before becoming an international speaker, Joe worked in insurance and retired from his role as Senior Vice President at MetLife.
WiserAdvisor
OCTOBER 4, 2022
Retirement planning can be a bit complex. Given the complexity and magnitude of things necessary for a comfortable retirement, starting planning from a young age is also essential. At the age of 30, your daily expenses can significantly differ from what you would need in retirement. Ten retirement expenses to keep in mind: 1.
The Big Picture
OCTOBER 28, 2023
Boston Review ) • What Mitt Romney Saw in the Senate : In an exclusive excerpt from my forthcoming biography of the senator, Romney: A Reckoning, he reveals what drove him to retire. ( He manages a diversified portfolio of late-stage growth equity in technology, consumer, health care, and financial services sectors.
The Chicago Financial Planner
FEBRUARY 2, 2024
This argument continues in the financial services industry as the regulators work through this issue. The questions listed above are just a few of the many questions you should ask when choosing a new financial advisor or even to ask of an advisor with whom you currently have a relationship. FINANCIAL WRITING.
WiserAdvisor
SEPTEMBER 20, 2023
In retirement planning, the concept of vesting is more than a contractual formality; it serves as a retention tool that incentivizes employees to remain with their employer for a certain period. You may consult with a financial advisor to understand vested balances in detail and how you can maximize them to boost your retirement savings.
Nerd's Eye View
JANUARY 24, 2023
In this episode, we talk in-depth about how, after the sudden passing of a successor for a close friend and solo advisor that she met through a local study group of NAPFA advisors, Jennifer decided to merge their practices so that she could not only help her advisor friend and the clients she served, but create a positive opportunity for Jennifer’s (..)
WiserAdvisor
MARCH 13, 2024
Achieving financial freedom in retirement requires meticulous planning, dedicated effort, and strategic management. When aiming for financial independence, the importance of a structured approach should be emphasized. Within this framework, the concept of the five pillars of retirement planning emerges as a valuable strategy.
Nerd's Eye View
MAY 6, 2024
Welcome to the May 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!
Nerd's Eye View
DECEMBER 6, 2023
Over the past several years, the financial services industry has undergone a tremendous evolution in how financial advisers deliver and charge for their services. While commission-based models remain in use, fee-for-service models (including AUM, hourly, retainer, and subscription) have become increasingly popular.
NAIFA Advisor Today
JANUARY 28, 2025
His primary focus is to help people align their financial decisions with their values and truths to live enriching lives. As a Retirement Income Certified Professional and a Life and Annuities Certified Professional, John advises clients on retirement planning, investment planning, and risk management.
Steven J. Wilson
JUNE 7, 2022
There is much content out there that will supposedly help customers save for retirement, get out of debt, or invest their money. The post 9 Achievable Content Marketing Tips for Financial Services appeared first on Steven J. So how can you make content […].
Abnormal Returns
APRIL 3, 2023
wiredplanning.com) The biz Even before Fisher Investments' HQ move, Dallas-Fort Worth is already a hub for financial services firms. advisorperspectives.com) Retirement How longevity risk makes decumulation decisions more difficult. advisorperspectives.com) How “naturally occurring retirement communities” affect longevity.
NAIFA Advisor Today
OCTOBER 6, 2023
John Wheeler is an accomplished Certified Financial Planner (CFP) with a wealth of experience in the financial services industry since 1969. In his current role, John supports his firm through seminars, advanced joint sales work, recruiting, and developing financial planning services.
NAIFA Advisor Today
MARCH 11, 2024
Robert Miller , a retired second-generation financial advisor, has grown up around many prominent New York insurance agents and has served over six thousand clients. A loyal NAIFA member since 1983, he is the past President of NAIFA-New York City.
Nerd's Eye View
OCTOBER 11, 2022
We also talk about how, while she was still working for a broker-dealer, Libby learned to differentiate herself not by learning to better sell her firm’s products but instead by diving deep into contract language of her clients’ insurance and annuity policies to find the gaps where those products didn’t really fit their financial (..)
Carson Wealth
JULY 12, 2022
Translating from the secret language of financial planning, the sentence would read “Tammy specializes in insurance. She reviewed two types of annuity contracts often used for retirement and helped determine which one is the best fit for her client.” . Registration Standards for Financial Advisors.
NAIFA Advisor Today
FEBRUARY 6, 2023
If you ask Derek Glitz what he likes most about working in financial services, he’ll answer that it’s the people he works with. Specifically, he enjoys assisting financial advisors and insurance agents to reach their maximum potential and help their clients realize their retirement dreams.
FMG
MARCH 6, 2025
Instead, you should be asking, “How do I ensure clients find my financial services wherever they search?” Here’s how financial advisor websites can stay ahead in this shifting digital landscape. How do financial advisors charge for their services? ” , you’re asking the wrong question.
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. You can build strong relationships with new clients in the financial services field. A good advertising plan does more than just sell your services.
Abnormal Returns
APRIL 23, 2023
(axios.com) Apple ($AAPL) is being very deliberate in its approach to financial services. axios.com) Hiking Social Security retirement ages would disproportionately hurt lower income Americans. ft.com) Pepsi ($PEP) is quietly working to make its products healthier.
Nationwide Financial
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To advance actionable solutions and contribute to lasting change, Nationwide partnered in September 2020 with leading financial services organizations, associations and historically Black colleges and universities (HBCUs ) to form The Financial Alliance for Racial Equity℠, or FARE.
NAIFA Advisor Today
FEBRUARY 10, 2025
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Million Dollar Round Table (MDRT)
JUNE 4, 2023
By Sandy Schussel In any financial services practice, branding is a primary way to attract ideal clients. If you meet someone and tell them you’re a financial advisor who works with medical professionals to help them avoid taxes in retirement, you’re engaging in direct marketing.
Midstream Marketing
NOVEMBER 8, 2024
Get advice from experts about good tools and methods for lead generation in financial services. Introduction In today’s tough market, financial advisors and investment advisors need to find effective lead generation strategies to get their own leads and new clients, often turning to lead generation companies for assistance.
Indigo Marketing Agency
APRIL 3, 2024
SEO for financial services won’t exist for another few decades. You’re an established financial advisor with enough money in your pocket to buy one advertisement of your choice. The post Dominating Digital: Mastering SEO for Financial Services appeared first on Indigo Marketing Agency.
Million Dollar Round Table (MDRT)
NOVEMBER 3, 2022
Swofford, CLU, ChFC When you think of yourself as the general manager of your client’s financial plan, you’ll guide the client to successfully achieve their goals and you’ll reach higher levels in your career. This approach provides better service to the clients, and it’s more efficient for you as their financial advisor.
Nationwide Financial
FEBRUARY 7, 2023
In recognition of Black History Month, we are highlighting the connections between wealth and well-being among Black consumers with a focus on raising awareness of the persistent gaps in financial planning and the links between financial health and personal well-being.
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