Career as a Financial Planner? I am looking for advice on a career as a financial planner.?


Question:
I have a strong background in tax and accounting. I worked for a CPA firm for about 4 years. I have a BS in Accounting. I became interested in Tax and Personal Financial Planning my senior year of college. I really would like to help people with their finances and savings, that is where my heart is. My only problem is that I don't want to really be a salesperson. I guess I would have to if it is a necessary evil. Also I have read about fee only advisors. Can someone please give me more insight in financial advising as far as what it really entails?

Answer:
The U.S. Department of Labor Bureau of Labor Statistics
Occupational Outlook Handbook is a great resource for information about specific jobs.

Here's the information on Financial Analysts and Personal Financial Advisors http://www.bls.gov/oco/ocos259.htm...

For information on a career in financial planning, you may also contact:

The Financial Planning Association, 4100 E. Mississippi Ave., Suite 400, Denver, CO 80246-3053. Internet: http://www.fpanet.org
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