Financial advisor Spencer Nichols of the financial services firm Edward Jones in Roanoke Rapids has been authorized by the Certified Financial Planner Board of Standards to use the certification mark CFP.

Nichols successfully completed the CFP Board's initial certification requirements, which include completion of financial planning coursework and passing a comprehensive examination.

This advanced training offers investment professionals the hands-on information needed to provide comprehensive financial services. 

Study topics include the financial planning process, risk management, investments, tax planning and management, retirement and employee benefits and estate planning. 

CFP professionals must also meet ongoing continuing education requirements and uphold the CFP Board's Code of Ethics and Professional Responsibility and Financial Planning Practice Standards.

Edward Jones, its employees and financial advisors are not estate planners and cannot provide tax or legal advice. You should consult your estate-planning attorney or qualified tax advisor regarding your situation.

Nichols has been a financial advisor with Edward Jones for six-and-a-half years. He has served individual investors in the Roanoke Valley for six years.

Nichols' office is located at 409 Becker Drive in Roanoke Rapids.

Spencer Nichols and Branch Office Administrator Stephanie Pate can be reached at 252-533-5912. 

You may also visit Nichols' website at www.edwardjones.com/spencer-nichols.