Coaches Corner: Nixing the Top 4 Excuses for Not Building Systems
By Amy Carlson KoenigMany advisors have great excuses for not implementing standard procedures in their firms, but there are just as many reasons to do so. Heres how.
October 10, 2014
Inheritance & retirement: What do you mean “because I’m a woman?”Having kids or being a single parent can stress women's retirement plans.
October 10, 2014
Three Market Realities to Embrace NowShrugging off this week's volatility in the stock market because you invest for clients long term? Fine, but be aware of these new fundamentals.
October 09, 2014
On the Third Hand: Medical researchIf we don't support it and pandemic preparedness, we're part of the Ebola problem.
October 09, 2014
Retirement income planning with the "4-Box Strategy"The 4-Box Strategy is an example of income flooring. The strategy asks clients to distinguish between essential and discretionary expenses.
October 09, 2014
Misconceptions Over Investment Terms Can Plague Advisors Large and SmallThe saga of the San Diego County pension plan and its advisor should serve as a cautionary tale for advisors about the importance of educating clients.
October 09, 2014
Fully covered -- but underbankedThe author says PPACA exchange users need good cash payment options.
October 08, 2014
Bringing Financial Knowledge to the BarrioLouis Barajas is spreading financial planning knowledge to immigrants in his childhood home of East Los Angeles.

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