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March Madness: Strategies to Convert Leads into Clients

Posted by Jerry McNulty on 3/31/25 5:03 PM

March Madness isn’t just for basketball—it’s also a time for financial advisors to fine-tune their game plan and turn leads into clients. Just as basketball teams strategize, adapt, and execute plays to win, financial professionals need a game plan for client acquisition.

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Topics: Financial Advising, Retirement Planning, Financial Technology, Independent Financial Advisor, Client Relationships, Email, Marketing, Financial Literacy, March Madness

Top 3 Challenges Financial Advisors Face—and How VFG Has Their Backs

Posted by Jerry McNulty on 2/19/25 12:39 PM

Being a financial advisor is no walk in the park. Between managing client expectations, keeping the communication flowing, and tackling industry complexities, the role can feel like juggling flaming swords while riding a unicycle. But don’t worry—Vanderbilt Financial Group (VFG) is here to help you trade the stress for success. Let’s dive into the top three challenges financial advisors face and how VFG steps in to make things easier.

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Topics: Financial Advisors, Financial Advising, Broker Dealer, Financial Technology, Vanderbilt Financial Group

Tips For National Identity Theft Prevention and Awareness Month

Posted by Jerry McNulty on 12/9/24 2:56 PM

The goal for financial professionals is not only to help clients with investments but also to help them keep those investments and their personal information safe. Identity theft protection is a crucial topic for financial professionals to discuss with clients. That is why for National Identity Theft Prevention and Awareness Month we want to provide some key tips you can share with your clients:

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Topics: Financial Advising, Financial Technology, Independent Financial Advisor, Client Relationships, phishing, Email, Financial Literacy, financial stress, Advisor Tools, Identity Theft, Identity Theft Protection, Client Tips

2023 VFG Year In Review

Posted by Jerry McNulty on 2/29/24 3:48 PM

Dear Advisors, Field Support, and VFG Team,

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Topics: Financial Advisors, woodbury broker dealer, woodbury financial services, Financial Advising, Financial Technology, ESG, Vanderbilt Financial Group, finance, Compliance

Preparing For 2024: 5 Things Financial Professionals Should Do Before the New Year

Posted by Jerry McNulty on 12/1/23 3:03 PM

With 2024 fast approaching, there is plenty to be done before the end of the year. This is why Vanderbilt wanted to provide a checklist of things all financial professionals should do before January 1. These 5 things can be beneficial in getting off on the right foot in 2024 and help with making it a successful year for you, your team, and your clients. 

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Topics: LinkedIn, Financial Advisors, Financial Advising, Broker Dealer, Financial Technology, Independent Financial Advisor, Business Building, Cybersecurity, Vanderbilt Financial Group, Marketing, finance, Holiday, Advisor Tools, New Year