December 2012 Online

PODCAST

Tibergien Talks Niche Marketing
In this month’s podcast, Pershing Advisor Solutions’ CEO Mark Tibergien explains what is—and isn’t—niche marketing and offers tips for those who are looking to buy a financial planning practice. Read the 10 Questions interview on page 16 for more of Tibergien’s thoughts on practice management and succession planning. www.FPAnet.org/Journal/Home/PodcastPage

ONLINE COMMUNITY

MentorMatch: Planners Helping Planners
If you are looking for a mentor, or would like to serve as a mentor, the FPA MentorMatch program can help you create a mentor relationship to fit your needs. The matchmaking process begins online and the program provides the option for a structured, six-month commitment to connect by phone, email, or in person. The next six-month program starts January 15, 2013. Connect.FPAnet.org/AboutMentorMatch  

E-NEWSLETTER

Get the Latest Buzz From Washington
The latest edition of FPA’s Capitol Update newsletter is now available. FPA members may access Capitol Update for a summary of tax, securities, pension, insurance, and professional issues of importance to financial planners. www.FPAnet.org/Professionals/CapitolUpdate

WEBINAR

Solving the Succession Crisis
Lisa A.K. Kirchenbauer, CFP®, RLP®, president of Omega Wealth Management LLC, will present the FPA webinar “The Succession Crisis: Have You Built a Team That Can Take Your Business to the Next Level?” on December 12 at noon Eastern. Visit FPA’s virtual learning platform, FPAnet.inreachce.com, to register.