Thinking about the CFP®? Discover how financial advisors earn it, what the process is, and why it’s the gold standard in financial planning.

Professional designations—those letters that appear after someone’s name—are often associated with healthcare or financial services. However, they play a vital role across many industries, including ...

Jason Fernando is a professional investor and writer who enjoys tackling and communicating complex business and financial problems. Dr. Ramos works with leadership teams to hire talent that aligns ...

Julia Kagan is a financial/consumer journalist and former senior editor, personal finance, of Investopedia. Dr. Ramos works with leadership teams to hire talent that aligns with business strategies, ...

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Adding a designation can help advisers develop additional expertise and show the world that knowledge, and client circumstances often dictate new certifications. “I obtained the [certified divorce ...

Professional designations can be a powerful career advancement tool for women financial advisors, according to a new study from the FUSE Research Network and The American College of Financial Services ...

The nation’s largest professional association of real estate appraisers announced it will begin issuing two review designations in 2014. The AI-GRS, (Appraisal Institute – General Review Specialist) ...