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02/03/10 - FINANCIAL WEBCASTS FOR CONSUMERS
The current economic situation has countless Americans wondering where to turn for unbiased, ethical guidance and advice. To help consumers deal with the current turmoil, Certified Financial Planner Board of Standards developed a Consumer Webcast Series featuring CFP® professionals addressing key financial planning topics. Each webcast discusses a specific area of financial planning and includes practical information and tips that consumers can apply to their personal finances in today\'s tough times. Among the topics covered are: Planning for Your Financial Goals; and Young Professionals: Launching Your Financial Plan. The 50-minute long videos are available in English and Spanish and include synchronized PowerPoint slide shows that make it easy for consumers to follow the presentations ...

01/27/10 - 10 FINANCIAL PLANNING TIPS
Even before the recent economic downturn, the financial landscape in the United States was changing dramatically. While many American adults might believe they are adept at dealing with day-to-day financial matters, their actual financial behavior tells a different story. As findings from a recent FINRA Investor Education Foundation survey shows, far too many people tend to engage in financial behaviors that generate excessive expenses and fees. In addition, few people seem to compare the terms of financial products or shop around before making financial decisions. To help you stay on track with your finances, FINRA offers 10 tips ...

01/20/10 - GEARING UP FOR TAX TIME
Whether you\'re training for a marathon, landing the job of your dreams or closing a sale, you\'re not going to excel without being well prepared and fully informed. And the same holds true when managing and preparing your taxes. Waiting until April 15th to put your financial house in order can often mean missed opportunities to minimize your tax bill.  To manage your taxes and minimize your tax bill, you need to know the rules of the game, which are constantly changing, and you want to take advantage of year-round tax-planning opportunities. The good news is that it\'s not too late to get started. This AICPA  360 Degrees of Financial Literacy Tax Savings Tips article can help you get the process started ...

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