{"version":"1.0","type":"rich","provider_name":"Acast","provider_url":"https://acast.com","height":250,"width":700,"html":"<iframe src=\"https://embed.acast.com/$/65d619294393e500164adc97/68fb9c7e1f072c7a1698c7a7?\" frameBorder=\"0\" width=\"700\" height=\"250\"></iframe>","title":"Am I Buying a Financial Plan or a Financial Product? The Difference Between Being Served and Being Sold","description":"<p>Are you being sold or served? Financial Planning vs. Financial Products.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>In this episode, we delve into the critical differences between buying a genuine financial plan and being sold a financial product:</p><p>&nbsp;</p><ul><li>We discuss personal experiences and client stories to illustrate how the financial industry often conflates financial advising with product sales, sometimes to the detriment of consumer interests.</li><li>We also explore the importance of understanding business models, paying directly for advice, and recognizing signs that you may be steered toward products instead of comprehensive planning.</li><li>We wrap up with tips on making informed decisions and resources for further guidance.</li></ul><p><br></p><p>🎯 RESOURCES FROM THIS EPISODE:</p><ul><li>Visit our website to request a complimentary consultation: <a href=\"https://www.abundancewm.com\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">https://www.abundancewm.com</a></li><li>Download our free Financial Advisor Interview Guide here: <a href=\"https://drive.google.com/file/d/1QmqFiI1sqeT1Gh8xvV0Wpl7CrytDYg_c/view?usp=sharing\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">https://drive.google.com/file/d/1QmqFiI1sqeT1Gh8xvV0Wpl7CrytDYg_c/view?usp=sharing</a></li></ul><p><br></p><p>🎧 Listen on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or watch the full video version on YouTube: https://youtu.be/BIs76BrgNXQ </p>","author_name":"Allison Cline CFP®, ChFC® & Ben Cline CRPS®"}