IARFC®

Founded in 1984, the International Association of Registered Financial Consultants (IARFC®) is a non-profit association of proven financial consultants formed to strengthen public confidence in the financial services profession.

Mission

To recognize world-class financial consultants and empower them to make a transformational difference in the financial lives of the families and communities they serve.

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Professionals

IARFC Members are qualified and trained consultants who meet a high level of competency. Each designation or credential addresses a specific level of a consultant's background and experiences.

Designations/Credential

Registered Financial Associate - RFA®
Registered Financial Consultant - RFC®
Master Registered Financial Consultant - MRFC®

RFA® | RFC® | MRFC® | Association Member

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Consumers

Consumers need the guidance of a financial professional to achieve financial security and independence. Finding a highly qualified consultant is essential when seeking sound financial advice.

A financial consultant guides the client through the financial process: goal identification, data organization, needs analysis, problem identification, recommendations, and plan implementation.

Financial consultants help their clients to save, spend, invest, insure, and plan wisely for the future.

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Guiding Principles

  • Vision - Clarity of purpose and direction guides our service to current members and stimulates consistent growth by attracting new members
  • Love - Love is a matter of the heart. Our work matters and we are committed to serve our members and the public with a brand of love we call a Committed Benevolent Interest (CBI) in everyone. We are truly concerned about the outcomes for others and ourselves.
  • Service - Leadership is service. We are committed to our members with servant leadership as we provide resources to help them achieve their career and business objectives.
  • Integrity - Honesty, morality, and fairness are a bellwether of what we stand for and how we serve our members and affiliates under a Code of Ethics.
  • Innovation - A commitment to introducing new ideas and methods will disrupt the status quo and support financial professionals and their business
  • Proactivity - Action is essential. Constant awareness of change drives the pursuit of becoming a catalyst for new opportunities.
  • Authenticity - Consistency in word and action defines who we are. We invite the same authenticity from our members and builds a foundation of trust with the public.
  • Relevance - Practical, thought leadership ensures our membership remains appropriate and valuable to the general public.

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