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ASSOCIATIONS NOW – In Case of Emergency: Financial Counselors’ New FEMA Collaboration

AFCPE is mentioned in the article.

OREGON LIVE – What to do about friend who lost his job and has $10,000 in credit card debt but is still spending like crazy

AFCPE is referred as a subject matter expert.

FUTURE OF BUSINESS AND TECH. – 6 Questions Essential to Your Financial Happiness

Rebecca Wiggins, former AFCPE Executive Director, wrote this article.

INVESTMENT NEWS – Ideal Curriculum for Financial Planning Students

AFC® recommended as part of the ideal curriculum to prepare next-generation financial planners.

BADCREDIT.ORG – AFCPE Helps Consumers Gain Access to the Most Informed Advice

Rebecca Wiggins, former Executive Director of AFCPE, was interviewed for this piece.

CARDRATES.COM – AFCPE Accredited Professionals Bring Diverse Perspectives to Financial Counseling & Coaching

AFCPE Former Executive Director Rebecca Wiggins was interviewed in this article.

DALLAS NEWS – How to Find a Financial Advisor Who Doesn’t Care How Big Your Portfolio Is

AFCPE mentioned in this article.

THE COLLEGE – What Type of Financial Expert Should You Hire for Your Situation?

The AFC® is mentioned as a debt and savings management resource.

HUFFINGTON POST – Bridging the Gap: How AFCPE Professionals Can Help Close the Racial Wealth Divide

Former AFCPE Executive Director Rebecca Wiggins contributed to this piece.

INVESTMENT NEWS – Financial counseling adds new area of expertise to financial advice industry

Mary Carlson, AFC® and AFCPE are mentioned in this article.

CNBC – More Advisors Adding Financial Counseling to ‘Services’ Menu

Jeremy Heckman, AFC® and AFCPE Member is mentioned in this article.

FORBES – Financial Coach, Financial Advisor, Or Financial Planner: Which Should You Use?

AFCPE was referenced in this article.

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