Designations EA, CHC, CLU, CFA, CD FA, AD PA - dbsandis/TwilightFinancial GitHub Wiki

Certainly! Here’s a breakdown of the financial designations you’ve encountered, alongside your CFP® (Certified Financial Planner) pursuit:

Acronym	Full Name	Focus Area
EA	Enrolled Agent	Tax professionals authorized by the IRS to represent taxpayers in all matters.
ChFC	Chartered Financial Consultant	Similar to CFP®; broader focus including estate, retirement, insurance planning.
CLU	Chartered Life Underwriter	Specializes in life insurance, estate planning, and risk management.
CFA	Chartered Financial Analyst	Investment management, portfolio analysis, financial markets—very technical.
CDFA	Certified Divorce Financial Analyst	Focuses on financial issues surrounding divorce (alimony, asset division).
ADPA	Accredited Domestic Partnership Advisor	Specializes in financial planning for unmarried couples and domestic partners.

Each has different requirements (exams, experience, ethical standards), and their value depends on your niche. Since you’re targeting financial coaching, tax services, and small business/nonprofit clients, CFP®, EA, and possibly ChFC or CDFA could be most relevant.

Would you like a side-by-side comparison table of the top 3 that align with your business goals?