Forged certificates meant to show that the advisor had met the standards imposed by Retail Distribution Review
Industry groups supportive of formal recognition of financial planning as a profession
Advocis has moved to support new, stricter credentials and standards for those calling themselves "financial advisors"
An end to the confusion is near, says FPSC’s List
Advocis model would regulate the use of the title “financial advisor”
Securities commissions could potentially fulfill that regulatory role