FPA

About a quarter of advisors treat cryptocurrencies as something akin to gambling: "only worth investing money you can stand to lose.”

The New York president questions legality of national chapter's use of local chapter funds for annual forum.

Investments as a percentage of HSA assets are growing, but advisors should give clients a complete picture of risks and rewards.

The stresses of the job practically demand that we have people to confide in when the going gets rough, Michael Kitces writes.

FPA leaders say they are sounding out members and looking at where the proposals may fall short of needed investor protections.

Gender discrimination and sexual harassment still occurs in a profession whose history includes scandals such as Smith Barney's boom-boom room.

"Vitriol" and "vileness" lead FPA national to take unprecedented "nuclear option" against New York chapter

The claims come after internal struggles at the chapter left the boardroom “untenable,” the association says.

Ad hoc or structured approaches can both work, but results depend on the amount of effort.

Black History Month is a reminder that effort is required for racial progress.

A working financial planner assumes leadership of the board as its influence in Washington and nationwide hits a high mark.

While the ranks of women who hold the certification surged, they still make up only 23% of the pool.

Known for his advocacy for planning at all income levels, Paré wants the FPA to expand its membership to 24,000 and beyond.

Board executives say the value of the CFP designation has grown. They also nod to more potential changes in the conduct standards.

The next generation of clients cares less about the sanctity of marriage and more about its financial implications, an expert says.

No one organization can do it on its own, FPA President Shannon Pike said.

It's a draining process for clients, but financial planners can provide real support.

What advisors need to know when a couple’s financial situation is more difficult — or sinister — than meets the eye.

Evelyn Zohlen wants to build on the association's initiatives — including helping next gen planners find career paths.

The cleanup goes on long after the storm has passed. Here’s how financial planners can provide advice for one of clients’ most expensive traumas.