What does CFP® mean?

CFP® means CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER. CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNERTM practitioners are required to complete coursework in five different content areas which include: retirement, insurance, estate, investment, and tax planning. Once all five courses are completed with an acceptable level of competency, the individual is eligible to take the CFP® Board Exam. Most professionals compare the CFP® Board Exam to the Bar Exam or the CPA Exam in terms of difficulty. Working with a CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNERTM practitioner guarantees that you are working with someone who has a high level of expertise in the field of financial planning.

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