Taking the CFP exam can be an important step in advancing your career and it's important to prepare for it thoroughly. Utilizing CFP exam prep materials and resources can help you better understand ...

Certified financial planners are subject to continuing education requirements in order to maintain their certification. Specifically, they're required to complete 30 hours of continuing education each ...

Obtaining a certified financial planner credential can enhance your expertise and credibility as an advisor. To become certified by the CFP Board, you'll need to complete education, exam, ethics and ...

According to the CFP Board, approximately 80% of successful CFP® candidates studied for over 11 hours every week. And with the average recommended study hours ranging between 200 and 250 hours, that ...

With all of the financial advisor certifications, it’s hard to know which ones may fit your needs. For example, you might be seeking a financial advisor with more experience building a financial plan.

Julia Kagan is a financial/consumer journalist and former senior editor, personal finance, of Investopedia. Amy Soricelli has over 40 years working with job candidates and has honed the art of the job ...

As the tax filing industry becomes more and more commoditized, CPAs need to pursue a more advisory-based practice model that ensures they are enhancing their clients’ financial lives throughout the ...

The fiscal malaise of state governments is helping expand financial advisor education programs, according to a CFP Board official. Elected officials and higher education administrators have put ...

Financial professionals who hold a certified financial planner (CFP) certification can expect to generate more revenue and enjoy higher levels of client satisfaction than their counterparts without ...