Structured Settlements 4Real®Blog 2026
Structured settlements expert John Darer reviews the latest structured settlements and settlement planning information and news, and provides expert opinion and highly regarded commentary. that is spicy, Informative, irreverent and effective for over 20 years.
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Category: Settlement Planning Credentials
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Qualified Settlement Fund Planner, and for the life of me, with all of my renowned research skills, I can’t seem to find any accredited institution that awards such purported certification, designation, title, or an e-book or leaflet about it. Not a morsel. Not even a smidgen!. Maybe figment of imagination.
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CSSC stands for Certified Structured Settlement Consultant. A CSSC holder is expected to have acquired the essential knowledge necessary for success the structured settlement field, having completed over 60 hours of study and passed a comprehensive examination.
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The American College has enhanced the Chartered Financial Consultant® (ChFC®) designation, now requiring nine college-level courses starting October 1, 2009. This includes elements of the CFP certification and specialized electives. Established in 1982, the ChFC® signifies a high standard of knowledge in financial planning, distinct from the CFP credential.
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John Darer’s article emphasizes the importance of professional designations in structured settlements and settlement planning. He highlights credentials like CLU, ChFC, CSSC, and MSSC, which signify extensive training and expertise in financial planning and structured settlements. Continuing education is essential for professionals to remain informed in this specialized field.
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When calculating the cost of such solution one must be cognizant of the cost of medical insurance increases. Moreover, be aware that these are just increases in premiums and do not reflect the deductibles, co-pays and co-insurance that may apply. Those must be factored in as well.