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Class 3: How CPAs Can Help Clients Build Smarter Portfolios 1 Credit 1 Credit

Class 3: How CPAs Can Help Clients Build Smarter Portfolios 1 Credit 1 Credit

Financial Literacy 8 Class Series

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    November, 2025

  • Subject Area

    Finance

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Learning Objectives

  • Explain portfolio diversification using simple, relatable language.
  • Discuss investment risk as a manageable, strategic factor.
  • Differentiate the key trade-offs of private vs. public investments.
  • Analyze asset class correlation to support smart portfolio design.

Course Overview

In today’s fast-paced financial world, clients often feel overwhelmed by investing jargon, market noise, and confusing advice. As a trusted CPA, you are uniquely positioned to cut through this complexity and become a strategic financial partner not just a tax preparer. This CPE course empowers you to simplify investing for your clients, build confidence in portfolio decisions, and elevate your advisory role.

In this third part of our Financial Literacy 8 Class Series, you’ll explore common myths that cloud investor judgment like confusing diversification with stock quantity, mistaking risk for loss, and overestimating the safety of private investments. Through relatable analogies, real-life case studies, and plain-language explanations, you’ll learn how to reframe these concepts in a way clients can understand and act on. Whether it’s using a fruit basket metaphor to explain diversification or sharing crisis-era stories to clarify risk, this course will give you tools to make abstract ideas feel concrete and relevant.

Major Topics:

  • Portfolio theory simplified
  • Understanding investment risk
  • Private vs. public investments
  • Asset correlation basics
  • Improving client conversations

By the end of this CPE course, you’ll walk away with ready-to-use strategies for deepening client trust, strengthening your investment conversations, and driving more referrals and retention. With your enhanced ability to communicate complex investment principles simply, you'll stand out as a financial advisor who empowers rather than overwhelms your clients.

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On Demand Credits for All Qualifications

Live Webinar Credits for All Qualifications

License details Credits Status
Finance for Certified Public Accountants (CPA-US) 1 CPE Approved
Finance for Delaware Licensed Public Accountant (DE-LPA) 1 CPE Approved
Chartered Life Underwriter (CLU) 1 CE Eligible
Finance for Iowa Licensed Public Accountant (IA-LPA) 1 CPE Approved
Finance for Maine Licensed Public Accountant (ME-LPA) 1 CPE Approved
Finance for Chartered Advisor in Philanthropy (CAP) 1 CE Eligible
License details Credits Status
Finance for Certified Public Accountants (CPA-US) 1 CPE Approved
Finance for Delaware Licensed Public Accountant (DE-LPA) 1 CPE Approved
Chartered Life Underwriter (CLU) 1 CE Eligible
Finance for Iowa Licensed Public Accountant (IA-LPA) 1 CPE Approved
Finance for Maine Licensed Public Accountant (ME-LPA) 1 CPE Approved
Finance for Chartered Advisor in Philanthropy (CAP) 1 CE Eligible

Additional Information

Credit

1

Credit

1

Course Level

Advanced

Instructional Method

QAS Self Study

Group Internet Based

Pre-requisites

None

Advance Preparation

None

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MY-CPE LLC is registered with the National Association of State Boards of Accountancy (NASBA) as a sponsor of continuing professional education on the National Registry of CPE Sponsors. State boards of accountancy have final authority on the acceptance of individual courses for CPE credit. Complaints regarding registered sponsors may be submitted to the National Registry of CPE Sponsors through its website: www.nasbaregistry.org.

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About Instructor

Mike Clark

Mike Clark | MBA

Wealth Management Advisor, 3 AM Education

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I began my career as an award-winning leader at Johnson & Johnson before transitioning into high-level financial advisory. Throughout my journey, I have successfully raised over $42 million in capital and completed my MBA, equipping me with both practical experience and advanced business knowledge.


Today, I specialize in building digital family offices for business owners, integrating their financial, tax, and legacy planning into a unified strategy. My focus is on helping clients preserve and grow their wealth through innovative, tailored solutions that address every aspect of their financial future.

Michael Clarke

Michael Clarke

Wealth Manager, Protection Point Advisors

Michael is cofounder of Protection Point Advisors, a financial advisory firm with offices in Northern and Southern California. As a small business owner himself, he understands firsthand the challenges of managing a business, especially amid rapid technological and industry changes. His experience gives him unique insight into the needs of entrepreneurs navigating today’s complex environment.


With 33 years in the financial services industry, Michael leads a firm dedicated to serving high-net-worth individuals and small business owners. Protection Point Advisors focuses on delivering expert guidance to help clients achieve their financial goals and adapt to evolving market conditions.

On Demand FAQs

What is Self Study (QAS)?

Self Study QAS (Quality Assurance Service) is a NASBA and other regulatory bodies approved program designed for Professionals to complete their Continuing Professional Education credits through self-paced, interactive courses that meet the highest standards of quality and compliance. Our courses qualify for credits with NASBA, IRS, CFP Board, HRCI, SHRM, Payroll Org, FP Canada, and 25+ other professional organizations.

How do I earn CPE credits through self-study?

To earn CPE credits, you must complete the self-study course, pass the required assessments, and submit the necessary documentation. Credits are awarded based on the completion of course hours and successfully passing the assessments.

Are the self-study courses accepted by NASBA and other professional organizations?

MY-CPE LLC courses are accepted for continuing education credit by various professional certification programs, including NASBA, IRS, CFP Board, and HRCI. MY-CPE LLC is also recognized by SHRM to offer Professional Development Credits (PDCs) for SHRM-CP® and SHRM-SCP® recertification activities.

What are the requirements to maintain compliance with self-study courses?

To maintain compliance, you must follow the guidelines set by NASBA and other regulatory bodies, which include completing the course within the specified timeframe, passing the assessments, and keeping accurate records of your learning activities.

How can I access my course completion certificates?

After successfully completing a self-study course and passing the assessments, you can access and download your course completion certificates from your account dashboard on our platform. These certificates are recognized by NASBA, IRS, CFP Board, HRCI, SHRM, Payroll Org, FP Canada, and 25+ other professional organizations for compliance and reporting purposes.

How are credits reported to governing bodies?

We issue instant credit certificates, ensuring they are valid for presentation to governing bodies. Typically, we report IRS, CTEC, CFP, IDFP, IWI, VBOA Ethics credits within 7 days – the fastest in the industry.

Live Webinar FAQs

What is a Live Webinar Group Internet-Based Credit?

A Live Webinar Group Internet-Based Credit is an interactive, real-time online seminar where professionals can earn Continuing Education credits by participating in live sessions led by experts in various fields. Our courses qualify for credits with NASBA, IRS, CFP Board, HRCI, SHRM, Payroll Org, FP Canada, and 25+ other professional organizations.

How do I earn credits through live webinars?

To earn credits, you must attend the entire live webinar, actively participate in any polls or questions, and complete any required evaluations or assessments. Credits are awarded based on your attendance and participation in the live session.

Are the live webinars accepted by NASBA and other Professional Organizations?

MY-CPE LLC courses are accepted for continuing education credit by various professional certification programs, including NASBA, IRS, CFP Board, and HRCI. MY-CPE LLC is also recognized by SHRM to offer Professional Development Credits (PDCs) for SHRM-CP® and SHRM-SCP® recertification activities.

What are the requirements to maintain compliance with live webinar courses?

To maintain compliance, you must adhere to the guidelines set by NASBA and other regulatory bodies, which include attending the full duration of the webinar, participating in interactive elements, and completing any post-webinar evaluations or assessments.

How can I access my webinar completion certificates?

After successfully attending a live webinar and fulfilling all participation requirements, you can access and download your completion certificates from your account dashboard on our platform. These certificates are accepted for compliance and reporting purposes with NASBA, IRS, CFP Board, HRCI, SHRM (for PDCs), Payroll Org, FP Canada, and 25+ other professional organizations.

How are credits reported to governing bodies?

We issue instant credit certificates, ensuring they are valid for presentation to governing bodies. Typically, we report IRS, CTEC, CFP, IDFP, IWI, VBOA Ethics credits within 7 days – the fastest in the industry.

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