The pursuit of one's certified financial planner (CFP) designation and the looming six-hour exam that serves as the adventure’s final hurdle has earned a reputation as one of the tougher tasks in the ...

The CFP exam is for the financial industry what the bar is for the legal industry. Being a certified financial planner, or CFP, is largely considered the gold standard in financial planning. Of the ...

Keep reading for more of the best CFP® review courses that range from academic and structured to flexible, budget-friendly, and even last-minute tutoring options. When I tested the Boston Institute of ...

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Thinking about taking the CFP® exam for the first time? Second? Third? You may be wondering how many chances you actually get in your lifetime. And that’s a valid question, considering this exam is ...

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If you’re pursuing a career in financial planning, becoming a Certified Financial Planner™ can be a game-changer. CFP® certification opens the door to more job opportunities, higher earning potential, ...

Right out of the gate, I recommend diving into the exam blueprint. That means creating a schedule that covers all sections: risk management, insurance planning, tax planning, investment planning, and ...

High stability, high satisfaction, and high salary. Those are just a few phrases you could use to describe the career of a Certified Financial Planner™—and it isn’t anecdotal. Those phrases are based ...