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vie in Oakland, California

jr. financial planner interview.

hi, i was wondering what to expect from an interview, i.e. any specific questions that may be asked or more most of the questions open ended? i'm...

Wealth Manager in Pleasanton, California

Updated 1 day ago

Career Path as a Financial Advisor - 3 Replies

I recently accepted an offer from Edward Jones for its Financial Advisor's position. I understand/expect that there will be lots of hard work put...

Holly Sparks in Greensboro, North Carolina

Updated 4 days ago

Best places to start a financial planning career? - 70 Replies

What are the best companies for launching a financial planning career? It sounds like a "fee-based" or "fee only" way of planning would most appeal...

jane in London, United Kingdom

Recent Graduate advise

hi everyone my name is jane, i have jt graduated with a 2:1 in chemistry however i have chosen a new career path and i am sure that the finance...

angiolena in New Jersey

Updated 5 days ago

Cant Pass the NY Life and Health exam Study problems Focus problems and discipline problems..... Anyone else have these? - 26 Replies

As stated, Im trying to get certified for NYS Life health accident and insurance and work for Axa advisors, only problem is that I am taking too...

Wealth Manager in Pleasanton, California

Updated 5 days ago

Are any firms salary + commission? - 62 Replies

Are any firms salary + commission? I for one don't have a large sum of money to live off of while I build my business, I also don't have the money to...

ssw825 in Phoenix, Arizona

Updated 6 days ago

Career advice - 8 Replies

Hi all, I'm thinking about changing careers. I'm an executive at a large company and have done well for myself. However, I miss the basics - helping...

Travis Barta in Omaha, Nebraska

Fort Worth, Texas area Firms

I am looking to relocate to the Fort Worth area and change careers from the corporate world of finance to the service sector. I do not have any...

CuriousAdvisor in Tracy, California

Updated 23 days ago

What company to choose? - 2 Replies

I have a couple of interviews scheduled at Prudential and Northwestern Mutual as a financial Advisor.I am a graduate student and will be looking for...

Retiringsoon in Cary, North Carolina

Updated 24 days ago

Marketing Annuities & Retirement Planning - 2 Replies

The issue that all financial industry personnel face is finding a niche market. All to often our industry is faced with a crisis of quality people...

Wealth Manager in Livermore, California

Updated 1 month ago

State requirement to become a Financial Advisor - 1 Reply

Where can I go to find out the states requirements for Financial Advisors. From what I have read there is no federal requirement and some states do...

mbrink in Overland Park, Kansas

Updated 1 month ago

Financial Advising- Pros and cons - 18 Replies

I have recently been offered a position with Merrill in their 3 year training program. This is a complete career change for me and I am still...

richard in Orlando, Florida

Updated 2 months ago

Anyone care to share any good sales ideas?? - 1 Reply

With everything that going on in the market today, it's tough to stay motivated. Does anyone have any good sales ideas to share?

Double A in New York, New York

Updated 2 months ago

Series 7 Preperation - 36 Replies

Hey guys, Just putting this out there: How many of you gentlemen had a tough time w/ the series 7? (failed once or more) I passed my LAH in...

Honest Abe in San Jose, California

Updated 3 months ago

Getting a financial advisor job. - 108 Replies

How did you get your start doing financial advisor work, and what career moves did you make to get to your current position? Do you need a...

Justin in Mc Farland, Wisconsin

Updated 3 months ago

new england financial and john hancock - 1 Reply

Has anyone had any experiences working for New England Financial or John Hancock? How does NEF differ from metlife? Is it more insurance oriented?...

Tamara Swearingen in Livermore, California

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POSITION: VP Financial Advisor BENEFITS/COMPENSATION: Client will offer a commensurate base guaranty draw ranging from $150K to $200K A no-cap...

JP in Chicago, Illinois

Updated 4 months ago

Bribery or Cost of Doing Business? - 1 Reply

I am a financial advisor looking for more high net worth clients, and this idea struck me: Pay talent managers/agents to recommend me to their top...

xcelwealth in Windhoek, Namibia

Updated 5 months ago

Gold silver trading - Why Gold trading? - 1 Reply

Indeed gold trading has become a buzzword these days with stock market in mayhem and many investors are slowly shifting gears to silver and/or gold...

smallcapper in Tyler, Texas

In need of an RIA with a valid CRD # for Press Release proofing

Open for IMMEDIATE fulfillment: We are looking for an individual with a valid CRD Number to review and give a "blanket" approval for press...

Squee in Los Angeles, California

Updated 7 months ago

Top financial advisor skills needed to get the job. - 3 Replies

What are the top 3 traits or skills every financial advisor must have to excel? Can you suggest any tips or insights to develop your financial...

Stephan M in Madison, New Jersey

College Student seeking advise in FA

I am currently a sophmore college student attending Fairleigh Dickinson University in Teaneck, New Jersey (Metropolitan campus) My major is...

JBF in Huntington Beach, California

Updated 8 months ago

Are financial advisor job opportunities growing or declining? - 6 Replies

Are jobs in this industry on the rise? Are there any sub-sectors that are growing? Where are the jobs? Which places have the most financial advisor...

wondering in Rockford, Illinois

Updated 8 months ago

Tips for financial advisor interviews. - 6 Replies

Do you have any tips to help prepare for an upcoming financial advisor interview? Are there common interview questions that come up again and again?

cn in Little Rock, Arkansas

Is your starting pay based on your current pay in financial advising?

I have a background in finance as a district manager. I was offered a position with a suitable pay but due to a career change 1 yr ago (mortgage...

cedric in Marietta, Georgia

Updated 9 months ago

CFP review courses - 3 Replies

I'm taking the CFP exam in July. Can anyone recommend, or 'not' recommend a 'live' review course. I'm willing to travel - but would prefer something...

Cedric Burl in Atlanta, Georgia

What do you think about Stock Loan Lending

What do you think are the pros and cons?

gold silver in Tustin

forex trading broker

REMUNERATION "MONTHLY" UP TO 20% ON YOUR INVESTMENTS goals: - Safety: we want to keep your money safe. - Profitability: we want to maximize...

Cashman in Paris, Tennessee

Updated 10 months ago

Need direction/advice - 1 Reply

I just graduated from college this year and accepted a financial adviser/stockbroker job in NY. Unfortunately, I was promised many things to me that...

Cashman in Paris, Tennessee

Updated 10 months ago

Financial Advisor - 5 Replies

I am wanting to be a financial advisor, I know you have a better chance if you get your licensing. From what i hear you have to take the Series 7...

Tanya in Columbus, Ohio

Updated 10 months ago

sales assistant for financial advisor? - 5 Replies

I'm currently a licensed personal banker for a larger bank that has it's own in-branch financial advisers on the bank's brokerage side. I've been...

Reed in Miami, Florida

New York Life

Has anyone had experience working with this company? I have an interview tomorrow with New York Life, and Northwestern Mutual. thanks

Kate in Cleveland, Ohio

Updated 11 months ago

New FA needs marketing advice - 3 Replies

So I got the job, now what? Any ideas on where to go to meet potential clients? Also, advice on how to approach them without any product knowledge?...

TradeSavvy in Chelsea, Michigan

REGULATED INVESTMENT PROGRAM 10K+

Hello Forum Community, I would like to introduce our firm for those interested in brokerage or personal investments. We work with several...

Brett Thome in Lincoln, Nebraska

Financial Advising Blog/website (Directed at young individuals)

I am starting a finacial/life advising blog directed at people aged 18-26 and am looking for people who might be interested in writing for it. There...

John in Devon, Pennsylvania

My Natural Market

I'm going into an interview on Tuesday for a Financial Advisor position and i'm sure they'll want to know about my natural market. Currently I sell...

Tom in Lebanon, New Jersey

Updated 13 months ago

Considering FA position with Edward Jones - 3 Replies

What are the pros and cons of the company. I would appreciate a response from prior and current Edward Jones financial advisors. Thanks in advance!!!...

better_life in Saint Paul, Minnesota

Updated 13 months ago

Getting ahead... - 2 Replies

What is the best training for becoming a hirable financial advisor? What types of ongoing training or certifications are necessary to be an effective...

Investment System Inc in Tarzana, California

Investment System Inc www.investmentsystem.com

Investment Systems Inc as an assets management firm was founded in 1994 and now with more than $ 143 billion assets under management is one of the...

Tom Killian in Winter Park, Florida

Agents Discover the Secrets of Successful Video Marketing

Insurance agencies looking for an extra marketing boost in the economic downturn are now getting added exposure with video marketing on...

T-Diddy in Racine, Wisconsin

Updated 15 months ago

What do you enjoy most about your financial advisor career? - 3 Replies

What do you enjoy most about being a financial advisor? What do you dislike the most? Is it challenging? Are there many opportunities to learn and...

Tom Killian in Orlando, Florida

FREE Financial Advisor Marketing Resources

<center> <img src="http://www.mediadvine.com/more_leads.jpg"> <P><h3>FREE Insurance & Financial Advisor Marketing Resources <BR> Available at: ...

John in United Kingdom

Sell House Fast In UK

Those people who want to sell there home fast and hassle free in UK should visit www.sellhousefastcash.co.uk. They have some other good options...

MsProducer in Atlanta, Georgia

Updated 19 months ago

Emigrating from UK does my Partners financial qualification convert - 1 Reply

Hi there. Myself and my partner are going through the rather stressfull job of emigrating to WA. One of the most stressfull parts is knowing...

C-Money in Austin, Texas

Updated 21 months ago

Does an MBA really matter? - 1 Reply

I just completed my MBA program last December and no one is talking about salary raise at my job. I am an Account Executive for a major newspaper...

Roy in New York, New York

Updated 24 months ago

Show me the money... - 1 Reply

What are typical financial advisor salaries? Do some companies pay a lot more for this position than others? What does a top earner make in this...


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