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4 in 10 advisors worry that AI will replace them
In Financial Planning, MDRN Capital CEO Aaron Cirksena weighs in on recent findings: around 4 in 10 financial advisors worry AI could replace parts of their role. He delves into what this trend reveals and why human advisors still play a vital part in guiding clients through uncertainty.
Read MoreCan AI Replace Financial Advisors?
In Rethinking65, MDRN Capital CEO Aaron Cirksena tackles a timely question: Can artificial intelligence truly replace financial advisors? He explores the promises—and the pitfalls—of relying on tech for life’s most personal financial decisions.
Read MoreAmericans Want Their 401(k) Plans to Change
In Newsweek, Aaron Cirksena weighs in on survey findings showing that 93% of Americans want the option to convert their 401(k) into a guaranteed monthly income stream, and 67% believe their plan should automatically offer that option. Addressing the growing anxiety about retirement security, Cirksena emphasizes the importance of having more predictable income options within 401(k) plans.
Read MoreCould a National Retirement Dashboard Disrupt Financial Planning?
Aaron Cirksena examines how a national retirement dashboard could reshape financial planning. He explores how a centralized tool might help Americans better understand their retirement outlook—but cautions that data alone isn’t enough. Cirksena emphasizes the continued need for personalized advice to interpret and act on that information effectively.
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