Certified Financial Planner (CFP) ® 2026
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Quick Answer: The CFP (CFP) exam has 170 questions, a 6 hours (two sessions) time limit, a Pass/fail (~65% pass rate) passing score, and costs $925 USD. It covers Retirement Savings & Income Planning, Investment Planning, General Principles of Financial Planning, Tax Planning. ExamCert has 600+ free practice questions, a full study guide, and a money-back guarantee.
CFP (CFP) Study Materials
The CFP certification is widely regarded as the gold standard for personal financial planning in the United States, signaling rigorous competency and a fiduciary commitment to act in clients’ best interests. In 2026 it remains highly valued as demand for trustworthy, holistic financial advice grows and regulators emphasize fiduciary standards.
600+ CFP Questions
Scenario-based questions covering Retirement Savings & Income Planning, Investment Planning, General Principles of Financial Planning, Tax Planning, Risk Management & Insurance Planning, Estate Planning, Professional Conduct & Regulation, Psychology of Financial Planning
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CFP (CFP) Exam Domains
170 questions in 6 hours (two sessions). Passing score: Pass/fail (~65% pass rate). Exam fee: $925 USD. Format: Multiple choice incl. case studies.
Retirement Savings & Income Planning
Retirement needs analysis, plan types, distribution strategies, and Social Security.
Investment Planning
Investment vehicles, portfolio theory, asset allocation, and performance measurement.
General Principles of Financial Planning
The financial planning process, client data analysis, financial statements, and cash-flow management.
Tax Planning
Income tax fundamentals, tax consequences of transactions, and tax-reduction strategies.
Risk Management & Insurance Planning
Risk analysis and life, health, property, and liability insurance, plus annuities.
Estate Planning
Property transfer, wills and trusts, estate and gift taxation, and incapacity planning.
Professional Conduct & Regulation
The CFP Board Code of Ethics and Standards of Conduct, fiduciary duty, and adviser regulation.
Psychology of Financial Planning
Client and planner attitudes, biases, behavioral finance, and counseling principles.
Why CFP?
The CFP certification is widely regarded as the gold standard for personal financial planning in the United States, signaling rigorous competency and a fiduciary commitment to act in clients’ best interests. A respected CFP Board credential for Certified Financial Planner, Financial Advisor, Wealth Manager.
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Who Is the CFP Exam For?
Target Audience
For financial planners, advisers, and wealth managers seeking the leading credential in personal financial planning — practitioners who deliver comprehensive, fiduciary advice across investments, tax, retirement, insurance, and estate planning.
Recommended Prerequisites
- •A bachelor’s degree (may be completed within 5 years after the exam)
- •CFP Board-registered education coursework
- •Experience: 6,000 hours of professional experience or 4,000 apprenticeship hours
- •Ethics declaration and background check
Official Exam Details
Format: Multiple choice incl. case studies
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