Jaylen has asked you to make a retirement planning presentation to the employees at Troy Metals Inc. as part of a financial literacy day. Your presentation will last approximately 60 minutes with another 30 minutes for questions and answers. You have been told that you can leave marketing materials for any attendee who might be interested in a follow-up meeting with you.

 

Does this presentation constitute “financial advice” under the Code of Ethicsand Standards of Conduct? What, if any, ethical requirements do apply to a CFP professional making such a presentation? Be sure to reference the specific Standard(s) that might apply.

 

Note: The current CFP Board Code of Ethics and Standards of Conduct document is posted for you under the Supplemental Study Documents Folder