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Wealthfront’s Portfolios Are Now Even More Tax-Optimized

Wealthfront

Wealthfront Advisers is a registered investment advisor, and that means we have a fiduciary duty to act in your best interest. As part of that commitment, we are always looking for opportunities to help you earn more and keep more.

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How to Find a Fiduciary Financial Advisor

Darrow Wealth Management

For non-fiduciary financial advisors, recommendations may only need to be suitable , not necessarily in the client’s best interest. Hybrid firms can switch between their status as a registered investment advisor and brokerage, which can be problematic for individuals seeking unbiased financial advice.

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How to Choose a Personal Financial Advisor

Park Place Financial

One of the best financial advisors available, CFPs earn board certification that represents their intensive training, commitment to observing ethical standards, and dedication to putting clients first. Registered Investment Advisor (RIA) . Some advisors do not observe fiduciary duty but are bound to a suitability standard.

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The Benefits of a Diversified Investment Portfolio

International College of Financial Planning

How Investment Advisors Play an Important Role? Navigating the complexities of the investment world can be challenging. Many people often wonder how best to position their investments to meet long-term financial goals. These professionals offer investment advice based on comprehensive research and deep industry knowledge.

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What Is a Fiduciary?

Carson Wealth

Financial advisors who charge asset management fees, direct financial planning fees, hourly fees or retainer fees to a client are structurally investment advisor representatives. They work for a registered investment advisor (RIA) firm. Jorge recently acquired a new client, Jeni.

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The SEC’s Own Compliance Culture

Inside Information

Cutting right to the chase, the SEC staff says that investment advisors may only use the terms “fiduciary” and “fiduciary duty” on their disclosure form “to the extent permitted by the Form CRS instructions,” and then goes on to remind firms that “the relationship summary is designed to serve as disclosure, rather than marketing material.

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What does it mean to be a Fee-Only financial advisor?

Walkner Condon Financial Advisors

When you are named a fiduciary, you are required by law to manage the person’s money and property for their benefit, not yours. An important distinction is the difference between the suitability standard and fiduciary standard. The CFP Board has a great list of questions to ask when you are looking for a financial advisor.