Journal of Financial Counseling and Planning: Advancing Research in Financial Well-Being
Journal of Financial Counseling and Planning (JFCP) is a peer-reviewed research journal and the official journal of the Association for Financial Counseling & Planning Education. The Journal’s mission is to disseminate scholarly research related to the financial decision making of individuals and families, financial education and financial counseling techniques, and the education of professional financial educators, counselors, and planners. Research concerning all audiences is encouraged.
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Call for Papers: Journal Special Issue
We are pleased to announce a call for papers for a special issue on “AI and Digital Technology in Consumer Finance.” Original research papers or focused literature reviews examining the application of artificial intelligence (AI) and digital technologies in consumer finance are welcome. Special acknowledgement to Guest Editors Congmin Peng and Po-Wen She as well as our Editorial Board.
Papers may explore a wide range of topics, including but not limited to:
AI and Digital Technology–Enhanced Financial Counseling
Fintech Innovations and Consumer Financial Services
Digital Platforms in Consumer Credit and Lending
AI-Driven and Digital Financial Education Tool
Behavioral Finance in the Age of AI and Digital Technology
Digital Applications in Family Financial Management
Regulatory, Ethical, and Privacy Issues in Digital Consumer Finance
AI-Driven and Algorithmic Investment Strategies
Personalized Financial Planning Technologies
Robo-Advisors and Automated Financial Decision-Making
Digital Risk Assessment and Financial Management Systems
Financial Literacy through Digital and AI-Based Tools
AI- and Digital-Based Credit Scoring Systems
Blockchain, Mobile Payments, and Digital Wallets
The Impact of AI and Digital Technology on Consumer Financial Behavior
Authors are encouraged to explore AI and digital technology in consumer finance from innovative and interdisciplinary perspectives. Researchers are particularly encouraged to submit papers that examine the intersection of AI, digital technology, and consumer finance across different consumer groups, such as varying age, income, marital status, and cultural cohorts. Furthermore, all submitted papers should clearly explore practical implications for practitioners, educators, and policymakers in the field of consumer finance. Authors are also encouraged to propose future research directions in the evolving area of AI and digital technology applications in consumer finance. Papers building upon prior findings published in the Journal of Financial Counseling and Planning are especially welcome.
The deadline for submission is June 30th, 2026. Submissions will be peer-reviewed.
Be sure to select the “Special Issue: AI and Digital Technology in Consumer Finance.” article type from the drop-down menu when submitting.
The Journal Welcomes Your Research
Published 3 times per year, the Journal of Financial Counseling and Planning features original research and descriptions of effective approaches to education and practice concerning all aspects of financial counseling and planning. Readers expect to find detailed recommendations for education and practice in journal articles. JFCP also publishes book reviews. Preferred topics should be relevant to household finance, consumer finance, personal finance, and behavioral finance.
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