Spousal Social Security Explained: Rules Every CFP® Candidate Should Know

The BIF Crew tests their deadline knowledge, covering what actions and transactions must be completed by December 31st and which ones can wait until April.

In this video, the BIF crew does a deep dive into CFP horror stories from the CFP Board's case files.

Questionpalooza is back! Join the BIF Bites team as they tackle six CFP® exam practice questions, break down tricky concepts, and share strategies to help you prepare.

Alternative investments don’t have to feel complicated. The BIF Bites crew breaks down real estate, commodities, hedge funds, collectibles, crypto, and private markets, plus the risks, diversification benefits, and suitability considerations you need to know for the CFP® exam.

Jerry, Tiffany, and Kaylee sit down for an insurance-focused conversation where they discuss key insurance gaps in long-term care, umbrella liability, and disability income coverage. They also talk about how to identify risks, evaluate existing resources, and recommend solutions to protect income, assets, and long-term financial stability through practical planning steps.

Join Tiffany and Kaylee this week as they turn retirement planning into a dating game! They introduce a self-employed entrepreneur to different retirement plans, helping her find her perfect match between SEP IRA, Solo 401(k), and other options while exploring how each plan balances contributions, taxes, and administrative complexity. 

Back-to-school season means education planning. The BIF team breaks down 529 plans, Coverdell ESAs, UGMAs/UTMAs, tax strategies, and the education funding calculations CFP® candidates need to know.Download our free CFP® Exam Guide for a closer look at the exam structure, study timeline, key topics, and what to expect as you prepare for exam day.

Estate planning fact or fiction? The BIF crew puts common myths to the test, breaking down trusts, powers of attorney, estate taxes, and CFP® exam traps along the way.

Learn the key rules behind spousal Social Security benefits, including current vs. former spouse eligibility, common CFP® exam pitfalls, and planning strategies advisors should know. Explore more with The BIF Review.

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