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Are you passionate about helping people with their money so they can improve their lives?
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We ensure the highest level of knowledge, skill and integrity of the personal finance profession by certifying, connecting and supporting diverse professionals who positively impact financial security for all communities.

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AFCPE® Membership enhances your work and career by providing you with resources such as free professional development and a strong community.

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DOMINIQUE REESE, AFC® , FFC®

“With this designation I'm able to provide not only the fundamentals of money management, but I'm also able to coach and encourage my clients so they can build assets and grow in their financial life.”

BEN A MERCADO, AFC®

“I became an AFC® to give opportunities to clients that want financial change. My work requires professional development and to implement methods that promote that social change. I feel that AFCPE® sets high standards for professionals to achieve.”

Upcoming Events

January 2022

January 18

Practitioners Unite! Networking Coffee Chat

12:00 pm - 1:00 pm
FREE to AFCPE Members
January 18

Credit as an Asset: Winter 2022 Webinar Series

12:30 pm - 2:00 pm
January 18

Practitioners Unite! Networking Coffee Chat

3:00 pm - 4:00 pm
FREE to AFCPE Members
January 20

FPA Connect: Long Term Care: What You Need to Know

12:00 pm - 1:00 pm
FREE to AFCPE Members
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Friday Follow: Get to know AFCPE’s new Education Coordinator
Friday Follow: Get to know AFCPE’s new Education Coordinator

My Name: Jessie Jimenez My Work: Education Coordinator My Roots: I was raised in southern California, but spent much of my adult life in Northern California. I've settled in Oregon now, just south of Portland.  My Passion: Working as an educator and providing financial literacy opportunities is really my passion....

January 14, 2022

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AFCPE Members Recognized for Innovative Work in Building Economic Security in Their Communities
AFCPE Members Recognized for Innovative Work in Building Economic Security in Their Communities

November 30, 2021

2021 FINRA Foundation Military Spouse Fellows Announced
2021 FINRA Foundation Military Spouse Fellows Announced

August 31, 2021

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