On the heels of the longest-ever federal government shutdown , shifting tariff policies and heightened stock market volatility, many Americans are worried about what political uncertainty may cost them.

Heading into 2026, the political environment has become the top concern clients are raising with their advisor, according to a new report by the CFP Board , the credentialing organization behind the certified financial planner designation for financial advisors.

Roughly half of CFPs surveyed said politics dominates financial planning conversations, even over money matters like inflation and market fluctuations. The CFP Board in November polled 322 financial advisors who hold the designation.

"A lot of people were attaching their outlook to overall economic and political conditi

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