9 reasons consumers need advisors more than ever

Ask your clients, ‘If nobody knows what’s going to happen, should you take a lot of risk and put your money in danger or develop a strategy that will keep your money safe and every time something bad happens, you take advantage of it?’”

“Politics isn’t going to fix this; it’s a math problem. It’s about taking responsibility for our own lives. Show people they can stay in control. We sell control.”

“45 percent of all working Americans have nothing saved for retirement. When you are talking with affluent prospects, ask them, ‘Do you think our government is going to let those people starve? No. How will they help them? They’re coming after those who have money.’ You’re running out of time to take control of your money and lives.”

“Half of Americans can’t afford their current home. One little downturn, and you’re talking about a house of cards. Tell your customers, ‘It doesn’t have to happen to you.’”

“Some people say, ‘This sounds like a lot of doom and gloom.’ Many people give up and say, ‘There’s nothing I can do.’ Tell them, ‘Have there ever been bad times before? During those bad times, did some people make money? Was it those who were prepared or those who winged it? Which do you want to be?‘”

“Some clients say, ‘My kids don’t appreciate the value of money.’ I agree with them and then I ask, ‘Does the government appreciate the value of our money? Do hospitals? Nursing homes?’ At just 3 percent inflation, it will cost a quarter of a million dollars for long-term care in 24 years. Your kids and grandkids could learn the value of money pretty quick. Keep it in the family.”

“There was no such thing as the good old days. This is the greatest transfer of wealth in the history of the U.S. It’s the greatest time ever to be an agent. You are not each other’s enemies. Find fellow advisors and get better.” 

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