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NACFF was created to provide all the information, tools, and resources needed for financial professionals to ensure they are compliant with the new fiduciary rule.

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About the National Association of Certified Financial Fiduciaries®

In today's financial world, trust isn't given—it's earned.

The National Association of Certified Financial Fiduciaries® (NACFF) was founded to meet the growing demand for transparency, accountability, and truly client-first financial advice. As expectations from both consumers and regulators continue to rise, financial professionals must do more than claim to act in their clients' best interests—they must be able to prove it.

Our Mission

Our mission is simple:

To train and develop a network of qualified fiduciary professionals that strive to create a strong and safe environment where investors are assured that their best interests always come first.

What We Do

Training Professionals to Put Clients First

NACFF provides comprehensive fiduciary training and certification through the Certified Financial Fiduciary® (CF2) designation—a program designed to help financial professionals deliver advice aligned with a true best-interest standard.

CF2 professionals are trained to:

Apply Fiduciary Principles

Apply fiduciary principles in real-world situations to deliver genuinely client-first advice.

Build Trust Through Transparency

Build trust through transparency and education, keeping clients informed at every step.

Deliver Long-Term Outcomes

Deliver strategies focused on long-term client outcomes, not short-term commissions.

A Higher Standard

A Higher Standard of Financial Advice

The CF2 designation is awarded to professionals who complete a rigorous training process and commit to upholding the NACFF Code of Conduct.

It represents more than a credential—it signifies a commitment to:

Putting Clients First

Every recommendation is made with the client's best interest as the sole priority.

Highest Ethical Standards

Maintaining the highest ethical standards in every client interaction and financial decision.

Clear, Responsible Guidance

Providing clear, responsible financial guidance that clients can understand and act on.

Empowering Professionals

NACFF supports financial professionals with the tools and systems they need to succeed—while helping consumers connect with trusted advisors who are committed to acting in their best interest.

Protecting Consumers

Through initiatives like NewMAP, our proprietary financial organization system, we are also simplifying the way individuals and families understand and manage their finances.

Leading the Future of Fiduciary Advice

As the demand for fiduciary guidance continues to grow, NACFF remains committed to setting the standard for integrity, education, and client-first financial planning.

Because today, it's not enough to just say you're a fiduciary…

Now you have to prove it.

"These course materials have been reviewed and confirmed to reflect a standard of conduct for investment professionals that is consistent with all prevailing fiduciary standards." — Fred Reish

Professionally Reviewed By The Best!

The CF2 course materials were professionally reviewed by renowned ERISA attorney and fiduciary expert Fred Reish...

Our Mission

To develop a network of qualified professionals that strive to create a strong and safe environment where investors are assured that their best interests always come first.

Important Notice

The NACFF is impartial in carrying out its certification activities, managing conflicts of interest, and ensuring the objectivity of its certification activities.

Accreditation

ANAB Accreditation

The National Association of Certified Financial Fiduciaries® (NACFF) is accredited by the ANSI National Accreditation Board (ANAB), which is internationally recognized as a leading accreditation body for certification programs.

ANAB accreditation signifies that our certification program meets rigorous internationally recognized standards, including ISO/IEC 17024 — the global standard for personnel certification bodies. This accreditation validates the quality, consistency, and integrity of the CF2 certification process.

The CF2 designation is granted only to individuals who have successfully completed all requirements under NACFF's accredited certification program.

ISO/IEC 17024

NACFF's CF2 certification program meets the international standard for personnel certification bodies.

Trademark

Certification Marks — Ownership & Conditions for Use

The marks "Certified Financial Fiduciary®," "CF2®," and associated logos are registered certification marks owned exclusively by the National Association of Certified Financial Fiduciaries® (NACFF).

Conditions for Use:
• Only individuals who hold a current, valid CF2 certification issued by NACFF are authorized to use the CF2 certification marks.
• Use of the marks is strictly limited to representing one's certification status and must not be used in any manner that implies ownership, endorsement, or association beyond the certification relationship.
• The marks may not be altered, combined with other marks, or used in a manner that could cause confusion.
• Upon expiration, suspension, or revocation of the CF2 certification, all use of the certification marks must immediately cease.
• Unauthorized use of NACFF certification marks is a violation of federal trademark law and will be pursued accordingly.

For questions regarding proper use of the CF2 certification marks, contact: admin@nationalcffassociation.org

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