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CSI AFP-Exam-1 Exam Overview:
| Certification Vendor: | Canadian Securities Institute (CSI) |
|---|---|
| Exam Name: | CSI Applied Financial Planning Certification Exam 1 (AFP) |
| Exam Number: | AFP-Exam-1 |
| Exam Format: | Case-based questions, Multiple choice |
| Available Languages: | English, French |
| Recommended Training: | CSI Learning Resources |
| Exam Registration: | CSI Official Registration Portal |
| Sample Questions: | ![]() |
| Exam Way: | Computer-based proctored exam (online or authorized test centre) |
| Pre Condition: | Enrollment in the CSI Applied Financial Planning (AFP) program or equivalent eligibility as defined by CSI |
| Official Syllabus URL: | https://www.csi.ca |
CSI AFP-Exam-1 Exam Syllabus Topics:
| Section | Objectives |
|---|---|
| Topic 1: Retirement Planning | - Retirement savings vehicles and planning principles |
| Topic 2: Taxation Concepts | - Tax-efficient investment strategies - Personal income tax principles |
| Topic 3: Investment Planning | - Investment products and risk-return profiles - Asset allocation and portfolio basics |
| Topic 4: Financial Planning Foundations | - Financial planning process and client relationship management - Ethics and professional standards in financial advising |
| Topic 5: Insurance and Risk Management | - Risk mitigation strategies in financial planning - Life and health insurance fundamentals |
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CSI Applied Financial Planning Certification Exam 1 (AFP) Sample Questions:
Daniel, age 55, plans to continue working for AMG Telecommunications Corporation until he retires at age
60. The company has a defined contribution plan and Daniel is looking for the best option that will allow him to receive the highest guaranteed income throughout his retirement. He is not concerned about leaving an estate and feels that interest rates will be at high levels as he nears retirement. What planning strategy should Daniel's financial planner recommend he implement to achieve this objective?
- A. Use the proceeds to purchase a principal-protected note.
- B. Use the proceeds to purchase a life annuity.
- C. Transfer proceeds to a LIRA and purchase a target date fund.
- D. Transfer proceeds to a locked-in RRSP and purchase a laddered GIC.
Correct Answer: B 🗳️
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Bill was recently declined for a loan application at his financial institution, and he is concerned that a liability has been added to his credit bureau that does not belong to him. He asks his financial planner to review his credit bureau with him to help him identify why he may have been declined. Which area of the credit bureau might his financial planner advise Bill to review?
- A. Public record information.
- B. Number of previous declines.
- C. Account history.
- D. Inquiries.
Correct Answer: C 🗳️
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Tom has two children from a previous marriage. He has been paying $1,000 per month for spousal support and $1,500 per month for child support to his ex-wife. Recently, his ex-wife was awarded increased child support payments from Tom to cover unanticipated university expenses for one of the children. What should Tom's financial planner advise him about how this increased monthly payment may impact his finances?
- A. Net cash flow will be reduced equal to the full amount of the extra child support payments.
- B. The tuition tax credit for his child's post-secondary education will be applied towards Tom's taxes.
- C. The increased amount Tom pays in child support will result in a larger tax credit at the end of the year.
- D. Net cash flow will be reduced equal to the amount of the extra child support payments, less the tax deduction.
Correct Answer: A 🗳️
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Clara invested $150,000 with Roper Counsel, a member of CIRO. Her portfolio consists entirely of Canadian mutual funds. Roper Counsel recently became insolvent and declared bankruptcy. Where can Clara seek help to recover her financial losses due to this event?
- A. Canadian Investor Protection Fund.
- B. Office of the Superintendent of Financial Institutions.
- C. Assuris.
- D. MFDA Investor Protection Corporation.
Correct Answer: A 🗳️
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Edward is risk averse and has limited investment knowledge. He will only purchase 100% guaranteed products insured by the CDIC. Edward is meeting with his financial planner, Marissa, for the third time this year about rates, and starts the meeting by criticizing her employer for paying such low returns on GICs.
Edward says he is considering taking his business elsewhere. How should Marissa respond to Edward's comments?
- A. Let him know that her GIC rate is the highest in the market.
- B. Explain that if he can increase his risk tolerance, she can get a better rate of return for him.
- C. Offer to match any competitor rate Edward can provide in writing.
- D. Show understanding of his frustration, assure him that these are the best rates she can offer and suggest a follow up meeting once Edward has had a chance to shop around.
Correct Answer: D 🗳️
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