Emily Zhu

So you’ve decided to start working with a financial advisor. Good for you! But even after narrowing down a list of possible advisors, deciding on one can still be difficult. Wondering how to choose a financial advisor? Here are some factors to remember so you can find the best one for you. Read more

A financial plan is a comprehensive overview of your financial goals and the steps you need to take to achieve them. Financial plans are usually written down in physical documents to ensure that it is concrete and final. Many people combine their financial plan with an investment plan, as investing is often part of what will help you save for the future. Other important aspects of a financial plan include an estate plan, a college savings plan, a retirement plan and more. A financial advisor could help you create a financial plan for your financial needs and goals. Read more

The certified financial planner (CFP) designation and the chartered financial consultants (ChFCs) are both designations for financial advisors. Neither is easy to qualify for but both carry a distinction or validation that makes it easier for advisors. Of course, to the issuing organizations, the differences between the two designations are huge. To clients, though, the differences may not seem so significant when considering financial advisors.  Read more