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Insights and best practices for successful financial planning engagement

Financial Planning

Financial planning is driven by a client’s personal and financial priorities. In this way, each plan is unique. Understanding basic and advanced planning techniques can help you deliver personalized plans to all your clients, regardless of where they are in their financial lifecycle, to help them achieve their most important goals in life.

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The Role of Artificial Intelligence in Financial Planning

Artificial intelligence (AI) has garnered outsized attention as of late with the launch of ChatGPT and other generative AI platforms. Read More

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Balancing Empathy and Technology in Financial Planning with Patti Brennan

Episode Summary Patti Brennan, CFP®, CFS, CEO of Key Financial Inc., has carved a remarkable path from her early career… Read More

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Navigating Education Planning: A Roadmap for Your Client’s Journey

According to Fidelity Investments’ 2024 College Savings Indicator study, 74 percent of parents have started saving in 2024 compared to… Read More

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5 Ways Financial Planners Can Build Trust During Client Onboarding

The onboarding process is often a financial professional’s first meaningful engagement with a new client, making it a perfect opportunity… Read More

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Help Preserve Your Client’s Legacy by Optimizing the Family Meeting

Navigating wealth and legacy can be challenging. However, with proper preparation and communication, financial professionals can play a crucial role… Read More

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Elevate Your Practice with Collaborative Financial Planning Strategies

Today, successful financial planning goes beyond just technical expertise—it depends on a deep and ongoing collaboration with clients. The promise… Read More

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Initiating Planning Conversations with Investment Management Clients

While historically advisors focused primarily on retirement planning and investment management, the demand for comprehensive financial planning has grown significantly. Read More

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Empowering Women in Financial Planning with Cary Carbonaro

Episode Summary A passionate advocate for women in the financial space, Cary Carbonaro, CFP®, MBA, Managing Wealth Advisor, Women and… Read More

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How to Have Empathetic Exchanges for Better Client Outcomes 

As financial planners, the ability to exhibit empathy during planning conversations can significantly enhance how we connect with our clients… Read More

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Best Practices for Financial Planning Deliverables

Financial planning is an intangible service in that it doesn’t involve a physical product that clients can see or touch. Read More

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Elevate Your Practice: The Power of Client Portals in Financial Planning

In the competitive world of financial planning, staying ahead means leveraging technology to empower both you and your clients. Client… Read More

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