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The CFP Board “cannot justifiably act as both a regulator for continuing education providers and as a CE provider themselves,” FPA president Michael Branham said to a burst of applause Sunday at the general session of the association’s annual conference.

Money has been flowing in and out of financial markets more rapidly than ever before this year, a bullish signal as the threat of a U.S. government default fades.

Raoul Weil, the fugitive former head of UBS AG’s global wealth management business, was arrested in Bologna after checking into a hotel under his own name and triggering an alert to Italy’s authorities.

Financial planning “is still a relatively young profession with a lot of growing pains,” according to the incoming president of the FPA.

Muni bonds have substantial risk but here’s how you may be able to get a greater return and U.S. government guarantee.

A bond ladder can mitigate interest rate risk, but individual bonds require in-depth research. The diversification of a fund tempers credit risk, but be wary of extended duration.

The brokerage added five advisors from Wells Fargo and opened three offices.

One of the most common questions people ask is: How do I differentiate myself? Here are twelve steps to help you stand out from the competition.

The typical credit union would have to increase the number of advisors it deploys by 39% to get to the same deposit coverage as community banks.

But beware, moves made in a portfolio should always take into consideration the client’s risk tolerance and long-term goals.