Benefits of Membership 

 

As a member of FPA®, you are never alone.  You are part of a community of more than 28,000 members, all pulling together for those we serve.  We are the heart of financial planning, linking you to educational opportunities, on-line discussions, career enhancement tools, seminars and publications, and more.

You have access to a combination of the best networking and educational opportunities the financial planning community has to offer. You will connect with your colleagues, influence regulatory initiatives and take advantage of an array of benefits including top rated conferences, career services and practice resources, to name a few.
 

  • A strong network of local FPA chapters and financial planning colleagues
  • Participation in town hall meetings, online discussion groups, audio conferences and focus groups to foster communication between members about the future of the profession
  • Free listing for CFP® practitioners on FPA's consumer service program-PlannerSearch
  • Nationally recognized conferences at substantial member discounts
  • Outstanding continuing education programs, including expanded ethics courses
  • Free subscriptions to the Journal of Financial Planning (available online and in hard copy), FPA Flash, Best Practices, and discounts on business and marketing tools through our online FPA store
  • Access to all areas of FPA's Web site featuring a vast array of online information and networking services
  • Practice management tools, including online discussion forums and four free audiotapes each year (for professional members)
  • Internet education opportunities
  • Career development assistance through FPA's Career Center and FPA's Residency Program
  • Research and practice benchmark information
  • Opportunities to develop relationships with your colleagues and other financial experts across the U.S. and around the world at conferences and through FPA's online bulletin boards, listservs and real-time chat rooms