Chartered Financial Consultant

Definition

ChFC. A financial planning designation for the insurance industry awarded by the American College of Bryn Mawr. ChFCs must meet experience requirements and pass exams covering finance and investing. They must have at least three years of experience in the financial industry, and have studied and passed an examination on the fundamentals of financial planning, including income tax, insurance, investment and estate planning.

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Registered Investment Adviser, Chartered Financial Analyst, Certified Public Accountant

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