
CFP® Resources
Resources
Explore our free CFP in-depth articles to help you prepare for the CFP® exam or quickly refresh your knowledge of the core fundamentals.

CFP articles
Explore in-depth CFP® articles covering key topics and exam strategies.

Top accounting certifications explained
Explore top accounting certifications and find out which one suits your career path. Learn the differences between CPA, CMA, CFA® designation, and more.

SEC-accredited investor rule changes: What it means for you in 2027
Discover the impacts of the SEC’s accredited investor changes and what they mean for the finance industry and your investments. Stay informed and compliant.

How new federal guidelines affect grad loans
Find out about the latest federal guidelines on graduate student loans and repayment. Learn how these changes could impact your professional degree classification and subsequent funding.

Certified Financial Planner Board of Standards Center for Financial Planning, Inc. owns and licenses the certification marks CFP®, CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER®, and CFP® (with plaque design) in the United States to Certified Financial Planner Board of Standards, Inc., which authorizes individuals who successfully complete the organization's initial and ongoing certification requirements to use the certification marks.