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Find the Best Financial Advisors in Minnesota

A densely populated state like Minnesota has different types of experienced & certified financial advisors such as fiduciary financial advisors and fee only financial planners making it challenging for you to choose the one that may perfectly meet your financial situation and needs. WiserAdvisor has pre-qualified and selected some of the top qualified financial advisors, independent certified financial planners, financial advisory firms & associations in Minnesota and has listed them below with their details such as qualifications, service offerings, and other important information that you could use while searching for financial advisors to best suit your financial and investment goals. Please note that the list of financial advisors mentioned below does not include all vetted advisors as some have not been listed as per their request. They may be available when you use our free match tool to compare up-to 3 financial advisors if they match your specific requirements and preferences.

Finding the Top Financial Advisor in Minnesota

Last Updated - April 11, 2024

Minnesota has 8 WiserAdvisor vetted Financial Planners and Advisors on the online list below for you to choose from. These financial advisors in Minnesota have an average of 18 years of experience.

NOTE: The list of vetted financial advisors in Minnesota mentioned below does not include all the advisors in our network due to their compliance listing restrictions. More vetted advisors may be available when you use our free match service to compare financial advisors near you in Minnesota.

List of Qualified Financial Advisors in Minnesota

Financial Advisor Experience AUM Minimum Assets Fee Structure
John Severy Hoven
MBA, CFP®
ORACLE FINANCIAL PLANNERS LLC
1595 Selby Avenue,
Suite 213,
Saint Paul, MN 55104
6 Years Not Specified $50,000 Fee-Based
Kyle Kalkbrenner
CLTC®, CEPA®
THRIVENT
403 N Sibley Ave,
Litchfield, MN 55355
14 Years $75,000,000 $50,000 Fee-Based
Steven Farrell
PPC, CMFC®
LPL
2774 Commerce Drive NW Suite A,
Rochester, MN 55901
32 Years $115,000,000 $100,000 Fee-Based
Joe Schwarz
CFA®
SCHWARZ DYGOS WHEELER INVESTMENT ADVISORS LLC
50 South Sixth Street,
#1405,
Minneapolis, MN 55402
27 Years $99,000,000 $1,000,000 Fee-Based
Jordan DeBoer
AWMA®, CFP®
CALIBRATION FINANCIAL
120 Central Ave N,
Ste A,
Milaca, MN 56353
8 Years Not Specified $0 Fee-Only
Josh Decker
CFP®
EFS ADVISORS
1995 E Rum River Drive S.,
Burnsville, MN 55306
23 Years Not Specified $250,000 Not Specified
Shaun Marline
MARLINE & ASSOCIATES LLC WEALTH MANAGEMENT
11 East Superior Street,
Suite 532,
Duluth, MN 55802
18 Years Not Specified $50,000 Not Specified
Vector Wealth Management
CFP®
43 Main Street SE,
Suite 236,
Minneapolis, MN 55414
Not Disclosed $0 Not Specified Fee-Based

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Information on Qualified Financial Advisors in Minnesota

Qualifications CRD# 4495513
Firm CRD# 39543
Series 7, 66

Compensation/Fee Fee-Based


Office Location 1595 Selby Avenue,
Suite 213,
Saint Paul,
MN
55104
Phone Number 651-442-0465

John Severy-Hoven, CFP®, MBA, began Oracle Financial Planners LLC early in 2003 after leaving Merrill Lynch. He has been a financial planner since 2001. He has completed a Master's Degree in Psychology and has a second Master's Degree in Business focusing on investments. This education is a great fit for the financial planning field, which demands insight within the capital markets, a drive to learn continually as the field expands, and a desire to help people and to listen to their needs. John received his Certified Financial Planner (CFP®) designation in 2006. Since 2008 he has been named a FIVE STAR: Best In Client Satisfaction Wealth Manager by the Minneapolis/St. Paul Magazine six times. While at the University of Minnesota, John began a chapter of Net Impact, a student organization promoting socially responsible investing. He and Beth, his wife, have one daughter (Kira) who was born in February 2005 and a son (Zachary) who was born in October 2007. In 2015 they added a rescue puppy, Kendra, to the family. John reports: The best way to describe me and my family's life right now is Chaotic Bliss.

About Oracle Financial Planners LLC

Oracle Financial Planners LLC

As the founder of Oracle Financial Planners, John Severy-Hoven prides himself on assisting clients in every aspect of their financial lives so that they can prepare for what their future holds -- retirement, children's education, buying a new home. John helps you build and maintain your financial vision toward the future, your future.

Advisory Services Provided:

Financial Planning, Portfolio Management, Retirement Planning, 401K Rollovers, Wealth Management, Money Management, Risk Management, Education Funding and Planning, Financial Advice & Consulting, Financial Planning for Individuals, Investment Advice & Management, Insurance Products & Annuities


Qualifications CRD# 6096130
Firm CRD# 18387
Series 7, 66

Compensation/Fee Fee-Based, Commissions, Flat Fee, Based on Assets


Office Location 403 N Sibley Ave,
Litchfield,
MN
55355
Phone Number 320-593-2846

I'm a financial professional with over 11 years of experience helping individuals and families achieve their financial goals. In my practice I work as a member of a team that has over 50 years of experience serving clients. We help with, investing, managing assets for retirement or a large purchase, business exit planning, retirement income strategies, life insurance for a growing family, risk management, and budgeting to manage cash flow. My hope is that I can help my clients with their specific needs. How do we achieve this? By acknowledging that no two situations are the same so no two financial strategies should be either. I can work with you to craft a plan that makes sense for your lifestyle.

About Thrivent

Thrivent

We believe everyone deserves a financial plan they can be confident about. It all starts with the right financial advisor.


Qualifications CRD# 2190514
Firm CRD# 6413
Series 7, 66

Compensation/Fee Fee-Based, Commissions, Based on Assets


Office Location 2774 Commerce Drive NW Suite A,
Rochester,
MN
55901
Phone Number 507-535-3542

Steve Farrell is the Owner/President of Prinvest Advisors. Along with himself, there are 4 other Financial Advisors and 2 staff members to serve clients now and in the future. As a Wealth Advisor, Steve's mission is to help people get more out of their money and take some of the guesswork out of investing and to help manage financial risks.
Steve started his career as a Financial Consultant in August of 1992 after graduating from Winona State University with a BS degree. He has always had the desire to help people attain their financial goals such as retirement, college funding and insurance. Steve has his Series 7 and Series 66 Securities Licenses along with a Life & Health Insurance License. He has continued his education and credentials by earning the Chartered Mutual Fund Counselor (CMFC®) and the Professional Plan Consultant (PPC) designations. The CMFC® designation encompasses all aspects of mutual funds and their uses as investment vehicles. The PPC designation signifies a commitment to education and service excellence in the qualified plan industry (401k's).
Steve and his wife, Caroline, currently reside in Pine Island, MN with their golden retrievers Lacey and new puppy Remi. They are proud parents of 3 grown children and 5 grandchildren. They love spending time with family and friends, especially at their lake cabin. Steve has always had a love of sports whether that is playing or watching. Some may say he is very competitive! Whether it is friends, family or clients Steve wants what's best for them and will strive to help in any way possible for them to achieve their goals.

About Lpl

Lpl

We are a group of LPL Financial Advisors that are dedicated to helping clients pursue their financial goals & objectives. Prinvest Advisors was formed by Levi Befort & Steve Farrell with the clear purpose of bringing clarity & confidence to our clients lives by focusing in on their financial situations. By joining forces with other associates, we are able to offer you the breadth of knowledge gleaned from our combined experience of 75 years!
We recognize that everyone's financial situation is unique and we believe that a strong, personalized relationship drives the foundation for creating comprehensive financial plans based on your goals, your time frame and your tolerance to risk. We pride ourselves on developing life-long relationships with our clients & families while striving to provide them with the highest levels of service & support. We will be there to help you each step of the way in the pursuit of your personal financial goals.

Advisory Services Provided:

Financial Planning, Portfolio Management, Retirement Planning, 401K Rollovers, Wealth Management, Money Management, Risk Management, Education Funding and Planning, Financial Advice & Consulting, Financial Planning for Individuals, Investment Advice & Management, Insurance Products & Annuities


Qualifications CRD# 2633754
Firm CRD# 147384
Series 63

Compensation/Fee Fee-Based, Flat Fee, Based on Assets


Office Location 50 South Sixth Street,
#1405,
Minneapolis,
MN
55402
Phone Number 612-355-4365

Joe Schwarz is a CFA® charterholder and a founding principal of SCHWARZ DYGOS WHEELER INVESTMENT ADVISORS LLC. With more than 20 years of financial planning and investment experience, Joe is in a perfect position to help his clients achieve their financial goals. He has experience from the two major market corrections in the past 15 years, yet is early enough in his career that he'll still be helping his clients 20 years from now. Joe understands that your wealth is more than just a number. It's what will help you achieve the important things to you in life. It's your freedom, your family's future, your security. He specializes in what it takes to build and preserve your hard-earned wealth. In 2013, Joe and his wife, Andrea, became the proud parents of twins, Emily and Eric. They are amazing! In their personal time, they enjoy all sorts of traveling, whether it be a road trip to Duluth, a weekend in Boston, or visiting family in Austria. Joe has a passion for exploring the world of wine, with his favorites being the sub-regions within Spain, Italy and France. Joe received his Economics degree from the University of Minnesota and holds the Chartered Financial Analyst® designation. He is also an active with Kaposia, an amazing Minnesota non-profit organization that helps people with disabilities find meaningful employment.

About Schwarz Dygos Wheeler Investment Advisors LLC

Schwarz Dygos Wheeler Investment Advisors LLC

Fee-Only, independent Registered Investment Advisory firm [RIA] providing comprehensive Wealth Management services that include portfolio management and financial advice.


Qualifications CRD# 6554740
Firm CRD# 304118
Series 65

Compensation/Fee Fee-Only, Hourly, Flat Fee, Based on Assets


Office Location 120 Central Ave N,
Ste A,
Milaca,
MN
56353
Phone Number 320-362-6002

I enjoy the opportunity to educate my clients about their financial picture from an objective perspective and provide an accountability partner to support them in establishing their goals and implementing solutions. I have achieved my CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER designation and have also earned my Accredited Wealth Management Advisor designation from the College for Financial Planning.

About Calibration Financial

Calibration Financial

As an independent RIA, Calibration Financial is focused on providing families and their businesses with an objective approach to their financial wellness, regardless of asset levels or stage of life. Specializing in financial planning, I believe you need to understand where you've been and where you're at today before you attempt to implement solutions for your personal and financial goals. Along with providing tools such as your own personalized financial portal and values aligned investment models, my approach is to provide education and resources to support you in achieving your goals.

Advisory Services Provided:

Financial Planning, Portfolio Management, Retirement Planning, 401K Rollovers, Wealth Management, Money Management, Education Funding and Planning, Financial Planning for Individuals, Financial Planning for Businesses, Investment Advice & Management, Estate Planning & Trusts


Qualifications CRD# 4189147
Firm CRD# 140393
Series 7, 63, 66


Office Location 1995 E Rum River Drive S.,
Burnsville,
MN
55306
Phone Number 612-940-3587

Josh Decker has been in the financial services industry since 1995 and has developed a core set of specialized skills in financial and retirement planning, asset allocation, and investment advice. He has also been recognized for his dedication to exceptional client service and sound financial advice tailored to each client. Most often, Josh finds himself counseling members within five years of retirement, helping them make the financial transition from working life to retired life.

About EFS Advisors

EFS Advisors

EFS Advisors® was founded on a belief that there is a better way to help families navigate the complex financial options they face in order to put them on a path toward their goals. We are dedicated to providing financial education, a clear plan, and a disciplined approach to help you improve your financial wellbeing. We are a family business that has grown into a full-service wealth management firm. With EFS Advisors, you have all the resources of a big company with the personal service of a small-town firm. We know our clients by name and care about them like family.

Advisory Services Provided:

Financial Planning, Portfolio Management, Retirement Planning, Wealth Management, Financial Advice & Consulting, Financial Planning for Individuals, Financial Planning for Businesses, Investment Advice & Management, Insurance Products & Annuities


Qualifications CRD# 4645930
Firm CRD# 6413


Office Location 11 East Superior Street,
Suite 532,
Duluth,
MN
55802
Phone Number 218-260-8747

About Marline & Associates LLC Wealth Management

Marline & Associates LLC Wealth Management

Our team has a collective 80 years of experience in the financial services industry. We can advise you on a range of issues, from retirement planning to insurance coverage to effective tax strategies. Whatever your goals, we can help you put together a plan with minimal hassle as we work towards those goals.

Advisory Services Provided:

Retirement Planning, Risk Management, Education Funding and Planning, Tax Advice and Services


Qualifications Firm CRD# 152667

Compensation/Fee Fee-Based


Office Location 43 Main Street SE,
Suite 236,
Minneapolis,
MN
55414
Phone Number 612-378-7560

About Vector Wealth Management

Vector Wealth Management

Wealth management has gotten complex. We have a unique process to make it simple.
Vector Wealth Management was established in 1993 as a nationally Registered Investment Advisory firm. Today we manage over one billion dollars of client assets, providing personal guidance and a long-term, collaborative approach that reflects our clients' unique needs. We have authored and developed multiple financial software applications, including the proprietary SOJOURN® retirement income program. Our clients include those retired, approaching retirement, corporate executives with complex stock plans, professionals with high earning potential, and perhaps most uniquely-individuals with investment real estate. Clients of Vector Wealth Management can benefit from the following defining characteristics: - Fiduciary approach acting only and solely in the clients' interest
- Proprietary wealth planning software application, SOJOURN®
- Strategic, customized, tax efficient financial planning
- Collaborative team approach with strong client relationships as a centerpiece
- Disciplined investment process focusing on providing long-term liquidity, stability, and growth while managing volatility
- Nearly three decades of guiding clients through life events with understanding knowledge and importantly the collective wisdom gained from its clients Ultimately, the firm seeks, through its proprietary application SOJOURN®, to help clients have an understanding and confidence around their financial lives that they have not experienced before.

Advisory Services Provided:

Retirement Planning, Education Funding and Planning, Financial Planning for Businesses, Investment Advice & Management, Tax Advice and Services, Estate Planning & Trusts


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Top Financial Advisor Firms in Minnesota (Ranked by AUM)

Firm Name No. of Advisors No. of Clients AUM Fee Structure
AMERIPRISE FINANCIAL SERVICES, LLC
707 2nd Avenue South, Minneapolis, MN 55402
14187 1953584 $414,380,098,355
A Percentage of AUM, Hourly charges, Fixed Fees
U.S. BANCORP ASSET MANAGEMENT, INC.
800 Nicollet Mall, Mail Stop Bc-Mn-H04n, Minneapolis, MN 55402
106 88 $146,724,120,981
A Percentage of AUM, Other (ADMINISTRATION FEES)
GARDA CAPITAL PARTNERS
305 Lake Street East, Wayzata, MN 55391
175 3 $118,495,198,000
A Percentage of AUM, Performance Based
THRIVENT FINANCIAL FOR LUTHERANS
901 Marquette Avenue, Suite 2500, Minneapolis, MN 55402-3211
3940 67 $117,569,820,349
A Percentage of AUM, Performance Based
GALLIARD CAPITAL MANAGEMENT
800 Lasalle Ave., Ste 1400, Minneapolis, MN 55402-2033
79 282 $91,977,426,165
A Percentage of AUM, Fixed Fees
WEALTH ENHANCEMENT ADVISORY SERVICES, LLC
505 North Hwy 169, Suite 900, Plymouth, MN 55441
0 128050 $56,392,714,492
A Percentage of AUM, Hourly charges, Fixed Fees, Other (FEES RECEIVED FROM THIRD PARTY INVESTMENT ADVISORS)
SECURIAN ASSET MANAGEMENT, INC.
400 Robert Street North, St Paul, MN 55101-2098
87 354 $43,356,548,771
A Percentage of AUM, Fixed Fees, Other (CERTAIN ACTUAL EXPENSES ARE REIMBURSED BY THE CLIENT)
RBC GLOBAL ASSET MANAGEMENT (U.S.) INC.
50 South Sixth Street, Suite 2350, Minneapolis, MN 55402
205 202 $38,022,283,496
A Percentage of AUM, Fixed Fees, Performance Based
THRIVENT ASSET MANAGEMENT, LLC
901 Marquette Avenue, Suite 2500, Minneapolis, MN 55402-3211
450 33 $25,420,910,764
A Percentage of AUM
CASTLELAKE, L.P.
250 Nicollet Mall, Suite 900, Minneapolis, MN 55401-7546
231 34 $24,763,945,023
A Percentage of AUM, Performance Based, Other (SERVICING FEES)
ADVANCED CAPITAL GROUP
50 South Sixth Street, Suite 975, Minneapolis, MN 55402
28 342 $24,700,482,422
A Percentage of AUM, Fixed Fees
AB CARVAL INVESTORS, LP
1601 Utica Avenue South, Suite 1000, Minneapolis, MN 55416
203 66 $19,601,734,197
A Percentage of AUM, Performance Based
WOODBURY FINANCIAL SERVICES, INC.
7755 3rd Street North, Oakdale, MN 55128
3002 101950 $19,278,448,046
A Percentage of AUM, Hourly charges, Fixed Fees
VARDE MANAGEMENT, L.P.
901 Marquette Avenue South, Suite 3300, Minneapolis, MN 55402
246 112 $19,180,445,119
A Percentage of AUM, Performance Based
ALLIANZ INVESTMENT MANAGEMENT LLC
5701 Golden Hills Drive, Minneapolis, MN 55416-1297
68 57 $17,477,260,493
A Percentage of AUM, Fixed Fees

    Frequently Asked Questions

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