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Recent Achievement: Certified Financial Planner™ (CFP®)

To our clients and friends:

We are excited to share some wonderful news with you. One of our advisors, Scott Busch, recently attained the designation of a Certified Financial Planner™ (CFP®). We wanted to take a moment to explain the significance of this achievement and how it will benefit our professional relationships moving forward.

The CFP® certification is internationally recognized as the gold standard in financial planning. It represents the highest level of competence, ethics, and professionalism in the field. By obtaining this certification, he has demonstrated his commitment to providing you with the most comprehensive and holistic financial advice and guidance available.

As a CFP® Professional, Scott has undergone rigorous training, education, and experience requirements to ensure that he possess the knowledge and skills necessary to address your unique financial needs and goals. This certification covers various aspects of financial planning, including investment management, retirement planning, estate planning, tax planning, risk management, and more.

This makes our firm unique in that all of our Investment Advisor Representatives, Scott Busch, Bill Gettings, & Jim MacDonald, are certified with these credentials.

Here are some key benefits of working with a Certified Financial Planner™ Professional:

  1. Expertise: The CFP® certification signifies expertise in all areas of financial planning. It assures you that a CFP® has the knowledge and skills to develop and implement personalized strategies to help you achieve your financial objectives.

  2. Fiduciary Duty: A CFP® Professional is bound by a strict fiduciary duty, means they are legally obligated to act in your best interest. This ensures that my advice and recommendations are unbiased and solely aimed at serving your financial well-being.

  3. Comprehensive Approach: By leveraging a comprehensive understanding of financial planning, we can provide you with a holistic view of your financial situation. This allows us to develop a cohesive and integrated plan that aligns with your short-term and long-term goals.

  4. Personalized Solutions: Your financial goals and circumstances are unique to you. A CFP® Professional is equipped with the expertise to tailor financial solutions specifically to your needs. CFP® Professionals take into account your risk tolerance, time horizon, and individual preferences to create a plan that works for you.

  5. Ongoing Education and Ethics: To maintain the CFP® certification, CFP® Professionals are required to engage in continuous education and adhere to the highest ethical standards. This ensures CFP® Professionals are always up to date with the latest industry trends, regulations, and best practices.

Scott’s attainment of the CFP® certification reinforces his dedication to providing our clients with the highest level of financial guidance and support. We are excited to continue our partnership and help our clients navigate the complexities of your financial journey more effectively.

Our clients financial success is our top priority, and we look forward to serving you with even greater expertise and value.

Thank you for your continued trust and confidence in our services.

Jim MacDonald, CFP®

Jim MacDonald, CFP®