Financial Frames

I need to talk to a "personal finance advisor" But I do not know Where I can find one?? Hi, I have heard of a "Personal finance Advisor" since I need help obtaining information on different loan "Opportunities" And help chosing a lender. [ I need something like the services of a "real-estate" agent but for loan information] Where can I find one ?? [ private] I am in california [ southeren]

What is an adequate success fee (%) to pay a corporate advisor when raising finance? I am looking to appoint a corporate advisor to help us to raise funds. I have looked at a few ones but I was wondering if anyone has experience using this type of services and what kind of fee is appropriate. Many thanks.

what is a personal finance advisor? i saw it was one of the fastest growing careers what do they do? what degree do you need? how much money do they make? any info on this career would be awesome also, how hard is it to become one?

Personal Finance Advisor? I was wondering what I need to Major in to become a "Personal Finance Advisor"? would accounting be the way to go? right now my major is Business Management/Marketing

who is finance advisor? regarding bank loan

What Kind of Personal Finance Advisor Do I Need? I know all of the titles, Accountant, CPA, Financial Advisor, Investment Broker...etc. But, I do not understand which one would be right for my situation. I really need someone like a "financial mentor" if there is such a thing. My situation: After waiting for 6 years, I have recently (yesterday) won an appeal for benefits. I wil be receiving a very large sum of money. I do NOT want to invest in real estate, or stocks, or money markets, or anything of that nature. I want to have an understanding of 1) how much should I put in a CD, 2) how much should I keep in checking/savings 3) should I purchase my leased vehicle 3) should I pay off my student loans 4) do I have to pay taxes...etc. What kind of professional would be able to help me with these questions? I have no one in my life that is responsible with money, no one I can trust to help me. Thank you kindly Other questions: Do I keep everything in one bank? What if I have a credit union and they only insure up to $100K? Can I have two separate CD's?

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Besides i think FInance, what other majors could you have to become a Financial Advisor?

How to find an advisor/program/university when looking to get a PhD? I want to get a PhD in Economics with a focus on Economic Development. I am especially interested in interest-free banking (similar to Islamic Finance/banking) but want to find an advisor at a University that would be a good fit for me. How do I go about finding the right program at the right University and the right advisor?

Is the job as financial advisor still a good one for the future since people can just get answers here? People just get financial answers at yahoo finance, so is the job of financial advisor still going to be a good one or should i look for something slightly different? I am starting with a degree in finance to become a personal financial advisor.

How can I start my career in Financial Advisor ? Hi. I am currently a Finance student seeking a future job as a Financial Advisor. I am still in school but would like to start building my experience in the Finance industry. Where can I start (entry level positions)? Any advise would be helpful. Thanks!!

Where can i find a mentor that works as personal financial advisor.? I am studying finance because i want to become a financial advisor. Where can i find an expert financial advisor that is willing to take me on as a protege`?

Whats the best way to learn about regular finances? Should I get a financal advisor? I don't know where to start, or how to go about finding out answers to things like savings, pensions, college funds etc

What is the difference between a career in Finance and a career in Accounting? I am thinking about going back to school to get a BS in Business Administration. I would like to know what the difference is in careers in Finance and Accounting. Has anyone had a career in either field? What I want to know is: What did you think of your career? What did you do all day in Finance or Accounting? Did you find it exciting or really boring? For a career as a Financial Planner or Financial Advisor, do you work off of commision only? Any information would be very helpful. Thanks.

Is it possible to become a financial advisor through online universities? I'm considering studying for a career as a financial advisor, but at this point in life (age 26), and the fact that I am busy with a job in sales, I don't think I'll have the time to attend a university. Is it possible to mainly study for this by getting a finance degree through an online university, and if so, which would be recommended?

What do I need to know and do to become a financial advisor/analyst? I'm a junior attending a university. My major is managerial finance. I'm interested in becoming a financial advisor or analyst. Outside of my studies I play around with the stock market and have been fairly successful. I put together a project explaining the importance of retirement explaining the how to's on how to pick what's right for you: various mutual funds, ira's, etc. My teacher loved it. The kids on campus know me for making making financial talk simple and easy and "attractive." Several people have told me if I become a financial planner, advisor, analyst, they'd definitely trust me w/their money. I'm excited about having a career in that field but don't get enough guidance @ my school (career center, etc.) I'm looking for internships, but it's difficult in Mississippi (I keep trying.) I'm trying to make myself look attractive for employers. What else can I do to bring to the table to become a financial planner, advosor, analyst...and YES, I am going to graduate school!!!

Is becoming a financial advisor a good way? I got an offer to become a financial advisor for a well-known nationwide company, and I don't have any clues on what to do in this field. Does anyone have a good advice on what should I do. I am not a finance type of guy, so a good advice will truly help me chosing the right path?

What is your job like as a Financial Advisor? I am majoring in Business at a two year school, and I am going to transfer to a four year school and major in Finance. I think I want to open up my own office with Edward Jones or a company like that. Am I on the right path? Do you enjoy your career as a financial advisor? What is a typical day like for you? How long have you been in this profession? Do you run your own office/business? Anything else I need to know? :) I forgot the most important question: How much do you make?

Where can I start a search for a good personal financial advisor? Someone who can help with taxes, finances? I am looking for someone who can give me all around advice on taxes, retirement, investing...who can take a look at my money, bills and help me move from there...Middle class, late 30's need help! Indianapolis, Indiana

So im getting married and neither of us is good with money any suggestions on a advisor? Both of us have credit card debt however i do own some property and we really want to be on track with the finances so i think we need to talk to a financial advisor to get started on the right foot. any suggestions? well we need help with planning for retirement, investments and things. so thats why i was thinking of seeing an advisor.

Qualifications to be a Financial Advisor in the UK? What are the standard qualifications that financial advisors hold in the UK? With a general finance background working in Industry how can I become a financial advisor for high net worth individuals and the general public?

What are some steps I can take to become a FINANCIAL ANAYLST/ADVISOR? I am a junior in college majoring in Banking and Finance. I am highly interested in working in investments and helping people plan for retirement. I aced a class project dealing with this and my teacher, as well as the whole class, said I found my niche. However, besides doing well in school, what are some steps or career paths I can follow to become a financial analyst. I am really passionate about helping people plan for retirement and I also see that it pays great money but you have to have 5 years of experience or more. If there are any CFOs or Financial Analyst/Advisors (and/or career counselors), I would glady take your advice and my appreciation is extended. It's usually hard for college students to find their niche. I've found mine and I want to know some good tips or paths to follow. Thank you.

Does anyone work for Edward Jones as a financial advisor? I’m currently in school majoring in Finance and getting my minor in Economics. While trying to find an entry level position with a finance company in the Tampa, FL area, I came across an opening at Edward Jones for a financial advisor. However, while reading over the job description it sounds a little like one of those “work form home, own your own business” kind of jobs. Does anyone know or happen to work at Edward Jones as a financial advisor? I don’t want to waste my time or theirs. Thank you

What are some jobs in finance (especially investing) for a shy person like me? Here's the deal. I went back to school and last spring graduated Magna Cum Laude with a BBA in finance. I tried to get an internship with an investment firm but couldn't. I do not want to move. I have held a steady job for 8+ years. I have been investing for five years but I have no work experience in investing and after talking to companies like Edward Jones, Axa Advisors, etc. I found out the entire industry basically works the same way. You are an independent rep, you have to find your own clients, and you get paid on commission. This BLOWS dead bears. I would suck at that. I am a terribly shy and introverted person. I started looking for investment positions at banks. I was told by one interviewer my degree meant nothing, would not help me get higher faster, that I had to start at the bottom (teller $8/hour) no matter what and that I would most likely never get into the investment department. I don't even know what kind of a job to look for any more.

How do I find clients as financial advisor? I am studying finance and I would like to start building my clientele right now so that by the time I graduate, I'll have already many clients. How do I do that in a smart and polite way?

What are the steps to becomcing a Financial Advisor? How long does it take? How much does it cost? I know Series 'X' exams are involved. What are th associated exams? What is you don't have a Finance Degree, but still a degree? How can you get spnsored to take the exam, if you dont already have a finance job (which techinally you can't get if you don't have a background in Finance and haven't taken on e of those exams)?

How do I start a business as a financial advisor? I have a degree in Finance and have a job dealing with people's property tax issues. I'd like to start my own business in addition where I could do financial advising at night and on the weekends. How do I do this? I don't really want to do it with an existing company but want it to be my own business.

Is getting a bachelor degree in finance a good move? What kind of jobs can you get with a finance degree? What is the average pay? Do most financial advisors work for a company or their selfs? How hard is it to make good in the industry after college?(i.e getting and job and making a good living) Any opinions welcome

Is a finance major good with a certificate in international business? I was just wondering if that was a good combination. I am getting my Associate's Degree in Business soon. But I am interested in other cultures but love business. I wanted to be a financial advisor or a financial planner. I've also had a passion for real estate matters: real estate appraisal and leasing. Any advice? I'm getting my Bachelor's in Finance just in case anyone thought I was only getting the Associate's degree.

How do I find top answers and questions in discover yahoo answers business and finance? I want to become a financial advisor, and I am reading and learning questions and answers that people would pose to financial advisors. Here at yahoo answers there are often many questions that don't make any sense. How do I find interesting questions, is there a search option that allows me to do that?

What do I have to do to get a job as a Mortgage Advisor? I have 7 A levels including accountancy,Maths,English ,Business Organisation and 9 O levels including English,Maths, Commerce, I have been working for a car/van hire company for 10 years and have good people skills.I feel I am wasting my education and knowledge and am very interested in working in finance but all jobs seem to require Cemap qualifications which appear to cost a fortune to gain.I wondered if anyone knows an easy way to gain access to the finance industry whereby I could get the qualifications needed to further my career "in-house".Any help would be appreciated to save my unused brain from going into reverse or coma mode.

I was offered an interview for the position of financial advisor.What should i expect and how should i prepare I do not have a background in business or finance. But i do hold a ba degree. Would this be a wise career choice? What qualities does a financial firm look for? I was approached by their marketing dir. and they wanted me to come in for an interview.

I need info on majoring in finance & jobs related? My friends and I are considering going to grad school for "financial engineering", from the description, its basically risk assessment plus some management skills. I know what risk is and it's definitely one of my interests. SO my question is , WHAT ELSE do they teach and train for finance majors (at the undergrad level)? Or, what jobs do they get (specific tasks)? Other than financial advising, investment consulting. What kind of training and school does one need to have to be a financial advisor for individuals? I am interested in major investment firms, and insurance, and risk, so i think financial engineering is still my thing. So are you saying a financial advisor is more of a salesman & somebody who knows the market, rather than somebody who's been in school for a few years on finance?

Employment as Investment advisor or financial planner after a business degree? If a person was to complete a business degree program in Ontario, is it possible to get into the profession immediately after graduation, or will that person have to have a junior role in a company/firm and work their way up the ladder? Is the mean salary for a person with a university degree significantly more than one with a college diploma in finance? And lastly, for current IAs and/or financial planners, is there a high turnover in the field? And are there any organizations to whom being affiliated with enhance the profession (other than CFP)?

how to become a tax advisor/ tax expert? I have finished my degree which has nothing to do with finance or accountancy but I want to become a tax advisor. I haven't had much success applying for trainee positions because I missed 2.1 class so I have decided to do further studies to beef up my CV. I am only interested in one year post grad studies though....

what is the role of sales and marketing and finance in recruiting an insurance agent? what are the sales support that an insurance advisor gets from the insurance company? how does effective marketing effect the recruitment of a new advisor and what role does marketing play after an advisor is recruited? could the 4Ps of marketing be linked with advisor recruitment and his work?also what are the expenses which the insurance company bears while recruiting an insurance advisor? what is the financial aspect of advisor recruitment ? How much money and at what all stages does the company spend in recruiting an advisor?

im interested in a career in finances.....analyst, advisor....any advice? im always wanting to know more about investing, reading business sections, books on money management.......been a stay@home dad for the past two years and im eager to get back to work, but this is a new direction for me, and i'd be starting at square 1. anyone out there in the field suggest a course of action?....i dont know anyone in this field, but i would sure like to speak to someone about it just to learn more about the options, and what the typical day is like, to find out if this is for me. thx

Can a "B" student in finance make it with a top firm if he has good networking/social skills? I'm currently in my freshman year of college and I'm wondering if I can get a decent starting job at about 50k with a top firm. A reasonable expectation for me is about a 3.4 to 3.6 GPA. However, I have excellent social skills (rapport building, etc.) and I can get just about anybody I meet into my network. I am also graduating from a top 10 business school. Would it be possible to work as a financial advisor/analyst/banker for a company like Merrill Lynch? Thanks.

What job opportunities are available for someone with a Series7 & 66 license besides investment advisor? Something in the banking, lending or finance field that is either salary or salary + commision.

My husband needs you opinion, he is unhappy with current job, interested in finance and investing? He is not fresh out of college. It would be like a second career working as a financial advisor, which is what he loves to do in his spare time, but has no real experience as a salesperson. Should he make this change not knowing how much they pay at the beginning and how much he could make finding customers? I think we could cope financially if I stay at my job but I only make 1/2 of what he does.

Are any of you guys in the top ten of business & finance, financial advisors from Philly?

Should I tip my financial advisor during the holidays? He has been very helpful with our finances, but it just doesn't seem to make sense.

Entry level job ideas if i want to become Financial Advisor later in career? I will be graduating from a 4 year university with a major in Finance this upcoming spring. I don't have any work experience or previous internships. I have thought about going to grad school to get my MBA but many people have said it is not as valuable until one gets work experience. So, with this being said, I am somewhat clueless as to what entry-level positions I should consider after graduation. My ultimate goal is to become a financial advisor, which I know will take many year. After at least 3 years of valid work experience, I would like to attempt to get my CFP also. This being said, I am not sure what the best first step would be as an entry-level job if these are my goals. Also, I live in the midwest now and plan to move to the south after graduating. So, I would be looking for jobs in the carolinas, georgia, or florida...if that matters at all. I know I have asked/said a lot, but I would really like to know what steps to make after graduating. Thank you.

Should I go for an MBA in finance, economics, or accounting for the best jobs? I'm looking at college majors right now and I know I want to go into the business feild, not exactly sure doing what yet, although I do know that I want to be a "big-wig." I was considering becoming a financial advisor, financial analyst, CFO, or something in that neighborhood, so which path should I take with my MBA, accounting, finance, or economics? Thank you so much!!

what is the best thing about being a financial advisor? please answer seriously. what are the advantages and why do you like the business and finance sector?

Finance major needs job experience while in school? Lots of people say "go work at a bank". Thats nice and all but what else can I do? I love seeing where I can put money that will help me in the future like stocks, I always budget everything and see how much I can save or will spend in the future. I was thinking about becomming a financial advisor. I am going into my second year of college if that is important.