Alan is an author, speaker, and a fee-based CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER™ who provides holistic financial planning services nationwide. Unlike many financial advisors who prioritize selling products, Alan takes a client-centered approach, helping individuals and families define their lifestyle goals and then reverse-engineering a tailored financial plan to achieve them. His focus on cost-effective, tax-advantaged strategies empowers clients to realize their dreams as quickly and efficiently as possible.
What You’ll Learn From This Episode:
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Why financial literacy starts at home—and how Alan’s childhood experiences shaped his career
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The difference between a commission-based salesperson and a comprehensive financial planner
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How to reverse engineer a financial plan based on your lifestyle goals
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The importance of planning early, especially during dual-income, no-kid phases
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How to coordinate investments, insurance, real estate, and banking like a financial “orchestra”
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Real-life examples of how financial planners support clients through life’s biggest challenges
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Tips on balancing client service with personal boundaries as a solopreneur
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Why building a strong team is essential for maintaining work-life harmony
Resources Mentioned in This Episode:
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Alan Frank’s website and free resources: https://empowered-money.com
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Alan’s book: Empowered Money (available on his website)
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Free financial plan and 1-hour strategy session: available via https://empowered-money.com
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Bonus access to Alan’s resources via: https://podcastguestgift.com