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There are hundreds of financial professionals in your area. However, choosing the right advisor that understands your financial situation and meets your needs may be quite daunting. WiserAdvisor has a network of vetted financial advisors and advisory firms and has listed them below. You can find the details of each advisor, such as their qualifications, service offerings, etc., that you could use while searching for the financial advisor that best suits your financial and investment goals.
We have been in business for the last 2 decades and constantly update and maintain a highly trusted directory of vetted fiduciary advisors that meet rigorous standards.
Each and every financial advisor in our network from large Fortune 500 companies to small independent financial firms are pre-screened for industry experience, disclosures and registrations with SEC and FINRA. Collectively, our Pre-Screened advisors, serve thousands of happy clients, managing billions of dollars and providing financial freedom and security for families and individuals like you.
| Firm Name | No. of Advisors | No. of Clients | AUM | Fee Structure |
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| 675 | 208 | $6,649,219,111,273 | A Percentage of AUM, Other (ALLOCATED SHARE OF VANGUARD'S TOTAL COST OF OPERATIONS)
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| 586 | 330 | $856,992,911,981 | A Percentage of AUM, Fixed Fees, Performance Based
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| 101 | 80 | $420,303,833,453 | A Percentage of AUM, Other (ADDITIONAL FEES BASED ON GROSS INCOME.)
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| 201 | 151 | $337,512,332,679 | A Percentage of AUM
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| 2124 | 634470 | $299,191,714,649 | A Percentage of AUM, Fixed Fees
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| 657 | 407 | $191,883,504,410 | A Percentage of AUM, Fixed Fees, Performance Based
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| 406 | 75194 | $180,855,686,165 | A Percentage of AUM, Fixed Fees, Performance Based
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| 210 | 6832 | $164,772,846,686 | A Percentage of AUM, Performance Based
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| 227 | 1871 | $153,839,195,608 | A Percentage of AUM, Hourly charges, Fixed Fees, Performance Based
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| 372 | 78 | $122,211,169,145 | A Percentage of AUM, Other (FEES RELATED TO 529 PLANS AND MODEL RECOMMENDATIONS.)
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| 115 | 124 | $82,766,709,648 | A Percentage of AUM
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| 2242 | 216397 | $73,000,611,319 | A Percentage of AUM, Fixed Fees, Commission Based, Other (FEE PLUS COMMISSION)
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| 237 | 1176 | $54,376,358,142 | A Percentage of AUM, Performance Based, Other (ASSET-BASED FEE FROM MODEL-ONLY RECIPIENTS)
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| 266 | 135 | $52,096,926,901 | A Percentage of AUM, Fixed Fees, Performance Based, Other (REIMBURSEMENT OF EXPENSES (PER PART 2A))
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| 193 | 201 | $30,397,758,633 | A Percentage of AUM, Performance Based
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Financial advisors listed on our directory for the state of Pennsylvania provide a variety of financial services such as investment planning, retirement planning, wealth management, education planning, tax planning, estate planning, and more. Do check the "Advisory Services Provided" section to confirm which services are provided by each advisor. To further explore how a financial advisor can support you in your specific financial situation read who financial advisors are and what they do.
Financial advisors in Pennsylvania may charge for their services in several ways, including:
Fee-only: Charging a flat fee, or a percentage of assets under management for their services.
Fee-based: Charging a combination of fees and commissions.
Commission-based: Earning a commission on the financial products they sell to clients.
It's important to understand how your financial advisor is compensated, as this can affect their recommendations and potentially create conflicts of interest. To better understand how our network of financial advisors may charge for their services, read more on what are the costs of hiring a financial advisor.
When choosing a financial advisor in Pennsylvania, it's important to conduct initial research. Consider their experience, credentials (CFP, ChFCs, CFAs, etc.), education, compensation method, and adherence to a code of ethics. It is also important to check for any disciplinary actions or complaints using the FINRA BrokerCheck tool to evaluate financial advisors for any disciplinary actions or complaints. Follow our guide on using BrokerCheck to research an advisor. For further information, refer to the guide on choosing the best financial advisor in Pennsylvania.
Our directory for the state of Pennsylvania features various types of financial advisors, including:
Investment advisors and portfolio managers: These advisors specialize in managing investment portfolios and offer personalized advice tailored to your financial goals.
Wealth managers: They provide comprehensive financial services, including investment management and estate planning to help you build and protect your wealth.
Financial planners: These advisors assist with financial areas such as budgeting, saving, and goal planning. They help create a holistic financial plan to guide your financial decisions.
Retirement planners: These advisors provide guidance on retirement savings, income streams, and investment strategies to help individuals achieve a secure retirement.
Robo-advisors: Utilizing technology-driven platforms, these advisors offer automated investment solutions. They leverage algorithms and algorithms to manage and optimize your investment portfolio.
And more. To further explore how financial advisors can support you, learn more about the different types of financial advisors and their areas of expertise.
Financial advisors and financial coaches in Pennslyvania differ in the services that they offer. Financial advisors offer financial services, including investment management, retirement planning, wealth management, etc., while financial coaches prioritize a client's mindset and behavior related to money. Instead of providing financial advice or services, coaches help clients develop healthier financial habits and try to transform the client's relationship with money for overall well-being.
Before hiring a financial advisor in Pennsylvania, it's important to ask the right questions to ensure that they are a good fit for your needs and goals. Some questions to consider asking include:
1. What are your qualifications and credentials?
2. How do you charge for your services?
3. What types of clients do you typically work with?
4. Can you provide references or testimonials from current or past clients?
5. How will you communicate with me and how often?
6. What is your approach to risk management?
To further narrow down your list of potential advisors best suited to your financial needs, consider using these eight additional questions to ask financial advisors.
