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AJ

Updated 17 hours ago

Are any firms salary + commission? - 104 Replies

Wealth Manager: I have read your posts, and I can tell you are very knowledgeable on this topic. I applaud you for the advice you are giving out...

PeteAdvisor

Updated 5 days ago

Financial Advisor - 7 Replies

[QUOTE who="Skittles in Illinois"]I am wanting to be a financial advisor, I know you have a better chance if you get your licensing. From what i hear...

Indole

Updated 7 days ago

Cant Pass the NY Life and Health exam Study problems Focus problems and discipline problems..... Anyone else have these? - 38 Replies

What does your employer think of you if you've failed the Life and Health exams twice?

Financial Advisor in Bombay, India

Updated 14 days ago

New Financial Advisor--Having Second Thoughts About Firm Choice - 5 Replies

I'm a recent FA (S7, S66, L/H/VA) with an insurance-based outfit. I'm now realizing that I might have made an error in coming onboard with an insurer...

Career Changer in Denver, Colorado

Updated 15 days ago

What math should I expect on Morgan Stanely Smith Barney math test? - 3 Replies

I applied with AXA Advisors and Morgan Stanely Smith Barney (MSSB) for Financial Advisor "trainee" positions. The AXA interview was a breeze - zero...

Triman07 in Rochester, Minnesota

Should I become a financial advisor? a few questions

I have thought about becoming a financial advisor, since I have great people skills and a passion for the markets, but I jump back and forth on it...

Nathan098 in Alpharetta

Updated 22 days ago

How do i find a financial advisor i can trust? - 1 Reply

With the recent down turn in the economy i have grown increasingly hesitant at turning to any one to deal with my hard earned money. I don't make...

Peter Hebda in Newport Beach, California

Updated 26 days ago

New FA needs marketing advice - 5 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?...

Charles0001 in Alpharetta

Updated 29 days ago

Tips for financial advisor interviews. - 9 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?

crane in Raleigh, North Carolina

Updated 29 days ago

Best places to start a financial planning career? - 81 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...

Lou in Peoria, Arizona

Updated 1 month ago

sales assistant for financial advisor? - 7 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...

Career Changer

Updated 1 month ago

Financial Advising- Pros and cons - 31 Replies

I applied with AXA Advisors and Morgan Stanely Smith Barney (MSSB) for Financial Advisor "trainee" positions. The AXA interview was a breeze - zero...

Akshay

Updated 1 month ago

Career Path as a Financial Advisor - 4 Replies

I’m not going to make any decisions supported on a survey from a magazine, but this occupation is something I’ve thought about occasionally over the...

JD in Arverne, New York

Updated 1 month ago

Brand New Advisor!!! Need insight - 4 Replies

(the following was moved from an existing thread to a brand new one. If you responded earlier, you are urged to copy and paste it here) Hi guys, I...

Charles0123 in Alpharetta

Updated 1 month ago

Career advice - 10 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...

BorisJones in Semarang, Indonesia

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Michael001 in Alpharetta

Updated 1 month ago

Which firm to choose to work as Financial Advisor/Planner? - 1 Reply

I have 15 years experience in Canada and recently moving New York area and thinking to build my financial planning practice. I don't need long...

questnet in Manama, Bahrain

Updated 2 months ago

Getting a financial advisor job. - 115 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...

Agent Surfer in San Diego, California

Updated 2 months ago

Series 6 & 7? - 2 Replies

I've been trying to find out some information on some of the FINRA licenses and am trying to decide which route to take. I see that the 66 series is...

Agent Surferi in San Diego, California

Updated 2 months ago

I've been a Financial Advisor for 4 years, but with this market the ups and downs of commission is making me crazy! - 5 Replies

Many of my clients are friends, and I don't want to let them down, but the lure of a fixed salary in a different company or industry is very...

OpportunityAdvocate in Orlando, Florida

Updated 2 months ago

Series 7 and 6? - Anyone out there have a lot of licensing knowledge? - 4 Replies

Does anyone know if you can leave your Series 7 with the Firm you are appointed with and get a Series 6 with a Life Insurance company...rather than...

FnclAdv in Miami, Florida

Updated 2 months ago

What company to choose? - 7 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...

Goga in new york, New York

Updated 3 months ago

Series 7 Preperation - 42 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...

Ronda in Arlington, Texas

Updated 3 months ago

Fort Worth, Texas area Firms - 1 Reply

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...

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...

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...

Retiringsoon in Cary, North Carolina

Updated 5 months 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 5 months 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...

richard in Orlando, Florida

Updated 6 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?

Justin in Mc Farland, Wisconsin

Updated 7 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 9 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 10 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 12 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 12 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...

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 14 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 14 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...

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

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 17 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 17 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...

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