Insights Financial Planning

This week on Framework, we address how sponsorship and inclusion can empower women in wealth management. In this episode, Ana Trujillo Limón, Director, Coaching and Advisor Content, and co-host JaQ Campbell, Founder and CEO of Alexander Legacy Private Wealth Management, speak with Julie Ragatz, Ph.D., Vice President, Next Gen and Advisor Development Programs at Carson …

Today on Framework, we explore pathways for women in finance, mentorship, and the strength of having allies.  In this episode, Ana Trujillo Limón, Director, Coaching and Advisor Content, and guest co-host, JaQ Campbell, Founder and CEO of Alexander Legacy Private Wealth Management, speak with Sheryl Hickerson, Founder and Chief Engagement Officer at Females and Finance …

With studies showing that women often leave advisors if not feeling connected, wealth managers must understand the importance of building relationships with female clients. Tune in to the Framework Podcast episode featuring Debra Taylor, where we explore how intentional connections with women can lead to better client retention and satisfaction.  In this episode, Ana Trujillo …

How can behavioral finance improve your investment strategies? Today on Framework, Jeremy Schwartz, Global Chief Investment Officer at WisdomTree Asset Management, joins Ana Trujillo Limón, Director, Coaching and Advisor Content, for a conversation about behavioral finance in investment strategies. Jeremy reflects on his path to becoming a CIO, influenced by his father and a natural …

How can advisors create a positive emotional experience with finances and financial planning for their clients? This week on Framework, Mary Bell Carlson, Ph.D., CFP®, AFC®, President of Financial Behavior Keynote Group, joins our host, Ana Trujillo Limón, Director, Coaching and Advisor Content, to explore behavioral finance in client-advisor relationships. Dr. Carlson underscores the importance …

How can firm owners use behavioral finance theory to make better business decisions? Today on Framework, Ana Trujillo Limón, Director, Coaching and Advisor Content, speaks with Julie Ragatz, Ph.D., Vice President, NextGen and Advisor Development Programs at Carson Group, about the practical applications of behavioral finance theory in business and recruitment. They challenge the notion …

When told to rework their financial plan by following the PERMA-V framework, 70% of people changed one of their top three goals. This week on Framework, Ana Trujillo Limón, Director, Coaching and Advisor Content, speaks with Samantha Lamas, Senior Behavioral Researcher at Morningstar, about the importance of aligning financial advice with clients’ life values. They …

 As financial advisors aim to provide more value to their clients, they’ve turned to technology to boost efficiency while providing more comprehensive services. But knowing what to use and when can be a puzzle. In the wide world of financial planning software for advisors, knowing what best fits your firm can be difficult. At …

 If you’re establishing or growing your practice as a financial advisor, you’ve likely heard that gearing your services toward a specific client base can accelerate your growth. Indeed, niches can offer several significant benefits, like helping you build connections and trust with clients. Niches for financial advisors are virtually unlimited. They can include clients …

As a special Christmas present to all of us, the SECURE 2.0 Act became law right before the holiday. The SECURE 2.0 Act caught a ride on the $1.7 billion omnibus spending bill that was unveiled on December 19. While the bill presents numerous changes to existing retirement savings and withdrawal rules, as my present …

 The first goal of any advisor is to help our clients – help them pursue their goals, avoid unnecessary risk and develop a comprehensive financial plan. Simultaneously, you want to grow your business and provide value to your clients. Many advisors focus on growth through finding and converting prospects to clients, whether through marketing, …