the EARN YOUR MARKS podcast

In this episode, Sev discusses the subject areas that you need to study and be aware of in the Retirement Savings and Income Planning module of the CFP® exam. Topics such as Social Security, qualified vs non-qualified ERISA plans, defined benefit vs defined contribution plans

In this episode, Sev talks about many of the topics that could be test

In this episode, Sev talks about many of major areas within the Investments module that could be tested on the CFP® exam. Topics such as stocks, bonds, options, mutual funds and ETFs are discussed, along with their tax implications. Methods of measuring a portfolio manager’s investment performance such as the Treynor ratio and Jensen’s alpha are discussed, along with Modern Portfolio Theory, the Capital Asset Pricing Model, and many other related topics.

In this episode, Sev and guest, Jonathan G. Wilson, MBA, APMA, CFP®, Director of Financial Planning Services/Associate Wealth Management Advisor discuss how he passed the CFP® Exam on first try.

Originally from the Baraboo, Wisconsin area, Jon joined the financial industry in late 2017. Jon attained both his Bachelor’s and Master’s degrees in management from UW-Whitewater, and has also attained his Accredited Portfolio Management Advisor designation (APMA®) within the financial industry.

In this episode, Sev discusses bond duration and the different risks associated with bond investing, such as reinvestment rate risk. Tax implications of bond investments are also reviewed, along with some helpful tips on how to approach options questions.

THE POWER OF PERSISTENCE; PASSING THE EXAM ON 3RD TRY

In this podcast, Sev introduces Pro Exam Tutors' newest tutor Jerry Pecaro, CPA & Lead Tutor. Jerry provides valuable insight on Kiddie Taxes and Earned/Unearned Income.

In this podcast, Sev speaks to Jacob Hartz, J.D. Managing Director of NFP Insurance Solutions in Chicago, IL about the various applications of life insurance, particularly in regard to estate planning. Topics discussed include how life insurance can be used to mitigate estate taxes, transfer wealth efficiently, and how it can be used as a way to provide executives and business owners with retirement benefits.

In this episode of the Earn Your Marks podcast, Sev and special guest Avo Mavilian discuss Life Insurance, Estate Planning, and Taxes in practice.