Does the average person really need a financial advisor? The common perception is that financial advisors are for wealth people. Here we explore the pros and cons of financial advisors for regular ...

Certified financial planner, Chad Olivier, discusses financial assets being passed from one generation to the next. Welcome ...

The Anya Institute for Human Revolution aims to help advisors bring clients a more enlightened approach to financial planning.

Levanti most recently was with Economic Development Commission. She continues to operate a marketing consulting firm, 72 Mile ...

Atop the standard-setting organization since 2007, Kevin Keller has seen its ranks of certification holders nearly double and has overseen work to bring more diversity to the profession.

The advisor industry is awash in professional designations, but all take time and most take money. On top of that, clients probably do not know one designation from another, according to Jerry Schreck ...

During his nearly two decades at the helm, Keller has overseen growth at the organization that administers the certified ...

Debra Taylor is spearheading a new program entailing education for financial advisors, guides for clients and technology ...

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Looking for a trustworthy advisor who's worked with high-net-worth clients? Here are some practical steps to take.

CFPs focus on long-term financial planning, while CFAs hone in on investment tools and valuing assets. CFPs usually work ...

If you're an investor shopping for a financial advisor, the dizzying array of credentials may seem daunting. You'll frequently run into advisors who have earned the chartered financial analyst ...