North Carolina is home to a thriving financial industry, with a growing number of financial advisors and advisory firms serving the needs of the state's diverse population. With a population of over 10 million people and a relatively low cost of living compared to other states, North Carolina is an attractive place to live and work. For individuals looking to manage their personal finances, working with a vetted financial advisor can be a smart choice. Financial advisors provide personalized advice and guidance on a range of financial matters, including investment strategies, retirement planning, wealth management, estate planning, and more. WiserAdvisor can help individuals in North Carolina connect with these qualified and trustworthy financial advisors.
North Carolina
has
13
WiserAdvisor vetted Financial Planners and Advisors on the online list below for you to
choose from and
1837
non-vetted advisors in your local area. These financial advisors in
North Carolina
have an average of
27
years of experience.
NOTE: The list of vetted financial
advisors in
North Carolina
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
North Carolina.
Financial Advisor | Experience | AUM | Minimum Assets | Fee Structure |
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Coach Pete DArruda
RFC®, RICP®, MRFC CAPITAL FINANCIAL ADVISORY GROUP, LLC 1500 Town Side Drive, Suite 200, Apex, NC 27502 |
31 Years | Not Specified | Not Specified | Fee-Based |
22 Years | $50,000,000 | $250,000 | Fee-Based | |
Tom Morris
CASL®, CFP®, RICP®, RMA®, MBA, CLU®, ChFC® NORTHWESTERN MUTUAL -TOM MORRIS 240 Leigh Farm Rd, Ste 400, Durham, NC 27707 |
Not Disclosed | Not Specified | $500,000 | Fee-Based |
Tony Montanari
CIMA® ACM WEALTH MANAGEMENT 1927 S. Tryon Street, Suite 205, Charlotte, NC 28203 38 Orchard Street, Asheville, NC 28801 |
24 Years | $120,000,000 | $500,000 | Fee-Based |
Not Disclosed | Not Specified | Not Specified | Fee-Based | |
25 Years | Not Specified | Not Specified | Fee-Based | |
Kenneth Nelson
AIFA®, CRPS®, CRPC®, AIF® NELSON WEALTH ADVISORS 10604 Bent Twig Drive, Raleigh, NC 27613 |
35 Years | Not Specified | $0 | Fee-Based |
Charles Jones
CFP®, Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA) WELLS FARGO ADVISORS 301 S. College St., Suite 150, Charlotte, NC 28202 |
30 Years | $100,000,000 | $250,000 | Fee-Based |
11 Years | $3,000,000 | $500,000 | Fee-Based | |
Masonboro Advisors
CFP® MASONBORO ADVISORS 5815 Oleander Drive, 5815 Oleander Drive, Suite 105, Wilmington, NC 28403 |
24 Years | $100,000,000 | $250,000 | Fee-Based |
Strategic Investment Partners
Accredited Investment Advisor STRATEGIC INVESTMENT PARTNERS 1508 Military Cutoff Rd., Suite 206, Wilmington, NC 28403 |
50 Years | Not Specified | Not Specified | Fee-Based |
Not Disclosed | $10,000,000,000 | Not Specified | Fee-Based |
Qualifications
CRD# 2756672
Firm CRD# 144374
Series 65
Compensation/Fee Fee-Based, Hourly, Commissions, Flat Fee, Based on Assets
Office Location
1500 Town Side Drive, Suite 200,
Apex,
NC
27502
Phone Number
919-657-4201
Known as "Coach Pete" on the radio, Mr. D'Arruda has over 31 years in the financial arena with NO complaints. Coach Pete is also a SMARTVESTOR PRO with Dave Ramsey. He has authored 6 books and co-authored 2. Two of his books have reached the best-sellers list on Amazon. The most noteworthy book, Successonomics, is one that Coach Pete co-authored with Steve Forbes. But, by far, his favorite book just happens to be his most recent, 7 Baby Steps to a ridiculously Reliable Retirement Income. His newest book, AMERICA ASKS COACH is a great read as well. He has just been named to the prestigious Forbes Leadership Council and will be submitting at least 6 articles a year to Forbes. He is a graduate of The University of North Carolina. He is a proud father of daughter, Caroline, age 17 with his wife, Kim. A+ rating with the BBB (Better Business Bureau) and the National Ethics Association.
Known as "Coach Pete" to his listeners and clients, Coach Pete and his firm are a committed group of professional fiduciaries dedicated to providing superior investment advice to their high networth clients. Coach Pete is also a SMARTVESTOR PRO with Dave Ramsey. A fiduciary is any person or institution that has the power to act on behalf of another in situations that require great trust, honesty, and loyalty. His radio show, "The Financial Safari" first aired in 2005 and can be heard weekly on more than 50 stations nationwide. Other Shows founded and hosted by Coach Pete are AMERICA'S 401K SHOW, ROCK ON RETIREMENT, and A+ RETIREMENT. All these shows are heard weekly throughout North Carolina and much of the nation. Also known as the King of Income Planning, Coach Pete's approach to systematic, lifetime income planning is followed by many who wish to reduce retirement worries. The firm provides personalized investment and income strategies as well as tax and estate evaluation for all sizes of portfolios and estates. Call today and see if this is the family atmosphere you've always wanted.
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, Financial Planning for Businesses, Investment Advice & Management, Tax Advice and Services, Estate Planning & Trusts, Insurance Products & Annuities
Qualifications
CRD# 4161821
Firm CRD# 137658
Series 66
Compensation/Fee Fee-Based, Commissions, Based on Assets
Office Location
2571 Springs Road NE,
Hickory,
NC
28601
Phone Number
828-569-1040
Jonathan has been serving and helping families with Retirement and Investment Planning for over 20 years in Western NC. He has a passion to educate and empower his clients to help them gain the financial knowledge necessary to navigate the different phases of retirement. His main focus is to help secure his clients retirement income thru proper planning and maintaining that income for the rest of his client's lives. He strives to make sure his clients retire comfortably and maintain their lifestyle throughout retirement helping to make sure they can cover unexpected healthcare costs and rising inflation. Jonathan teaches different workshops and classes on various Retirement and Investment Planning topics around the surrounding areas thru local libraries and universities. He has a beautiful wife, Nicole, with 3 amazing daughters, Gabby, Josie, and Andi, that keep him busy.
At Epic Financial, we are people just like you. We have families that we love and want to protect. We employ the same strategies and products that we recommend to our clients. We are in the same boat as you. We may not be in the same phase of life, but we are working toward the same goal. We want to be financially secure, protect our families, efficiently use our money, and have a comfortable retirement. Let us help you obtain financial security thru educating, developing, and implementing your unique plan.
Advisory Services Provided:
Financial Planning, Portfolio Management, Retirement Planning, 401K Rollovers, Wealth Management, Money Management, Risk Management, Financial Advice & Consulting, Financial Planning for Individuals, Financial Planning for Businesses, Investment Advice & Management, Estate Planning & Trusts, Insurance Products & Annuities
Qualifications
CRD# 5052940
Firm CRD# 2881
Series 7
Compensation/Fee Fee-Based, Commissions, Flat Fee, Based on Assets
Office Location
240 Leigh Farm Rd,
Ste 400,
Durham,
NC
27707
Phone Number
919-401-0331
I live in Durham, North Carolina, in the heart of the Research Triangle. I have a wonderful wife of 37 years, Lynn, and a daughter and son. My favorite activities involve spending time with friends and family. I love to ski, play golf, camp, and I walk with my father most every day. Service has always been a part of my family history. My parents were physicians, my grandparents missionaries in China and small business owners. My other relatives are college professors, business owners, estate attorneys, missionaries and foundation executives, and my two grown children are both educators. Most of my family went to Wake Forest University, though my loyalty lies with UNC and Duke. I earned an undergraduate degree with focus on Economics, Business, and Psychology from UNC in Chapel Hill, NC. Not realizing that would be a perfect background for financial planning, I kept reinventing myself as an executive to create value in 14 high-growth startups. In my spare time while running the IT group for a highly profitable 24/7/365 manufacturing facility (part of a Fortune 20 company), I earned a Duke MBA. In 2005 I decided to start a financial planning practice, garnering my CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER™ professional designation three years later. Since then I've accumulated another 7 planning designations, and I still attend upwards of 15 conferences and industry events a year: I believe it's my obligation to clients to keep on top of current research, changes in policy, and thought leadership so I can serve them better and get them to the best possible outcomes. I specialize in financial independence, life, and legacy planning for clients in or near retirement, as well as business owners and executives.
You have decisions in your financial picture, you're the CEO of your financial life. Your job is to take all these ideas and decisions and make sure there's no gaps or overlaps. You have an asset management, risk management, and tax management divisions in your business management. One question: when you think about your whole financial picture, when was the last time someone besides you saw the whole thing in one place? Our team is going to do a deep dive on the whole picture and report back to you about what you're doing that's really well-aligned, and typically find a few areas to talk about. And more importantly, there are going to be some strategy things that you didn't know you didn't know. At the end of the day, financial planning is not just about the numbers -- how much you have and how much you need -- but about why the things you want are important to you. We go into much, much deeper planning than the math alone would dictate because we want to help people live focused on the joy in their lives. It's about the finances supporting your life, not your life supporting the finances.
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, Financial Planning for Businesses, Investment Advice & Management, Insurance Products & Annuities
Qualifications
CRD# 3089483
Firm CRD# 10740
Series 7, 31, 63, 65
Compensation/Fee Fee-Based, Hourly, Commissions, Flat Fee, Based on Assets
Office Location
1927 S. Tryon Street,
Suite 205,
Charlotte,
NC
28203
Phone Number
877-707-5429
Office Location
38 Orchard Street,
Asheville,NC 28801
Phone Number
877-707-5429
Tony is the founder of ACM Wealth Management and Vice President of Business Development for Prospera Financial Services, a seven-time Independent Broker Dealer of the year by Investment Advisor Magazine. Tony is a Registered Investment Advisor and currently holds Series 7, 63, 65 and 31 licenses as well as life, health and long-term care insurance licenses. Additionally, he is a Certified Investment Management Analyst (CIMA) professional, a designation that is earned in conjunction with the Wharton School of Business and the Investments & Wealth Institute. Tony has been named a Five Star Wealth Manager seven times by Charlotte Magazine for Best in Client Satisfaction. He has also been interviewed and quoted by local TV and print as well as national publications like The Wall Street Journal, FOX Business, Dow Jones News, Thomson Reuters, Registered Rep Magazine and FUNDfire. Tony is a member of the UNC Rams Club and is a life member of the UNC Alumni Association. He is a former member of Verdict Ridge Country Club, and an active member of the Investments & Wealth Institute and the Financial Services Institute. Tony is also a past board member of Sally's YMCA and East Lincoln Betterment Association. He resides in the Steele Creek/Lake Wylie area of Charlotte with his wife Lesley, and their three children, Evan, Logan and Emma.
As a fee-based independent advisor, ACM Wealth Management creates unbiased, customized investment strategies to help build, protect and transfer client's wealth. We take a comprehensive and customized approach to your financial situation. Understanding what is most important to you, we then develop a clear long term plan that considers your needs, your goals, and your priorities. After the initial plan is developed we take an active role in your pursuit of these 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# 6604736 6911348
Firm CRD# 124583
Series 65
Compensation/Fee Fee-Based, Commissions, Based on Assets
Office Location
5970 Fairview Road Suite 712,
Charlotte,
NC
28210
Phone Number
704-302-1141
The Blue Financial team believes you deserve a financial plan built on a foundation of smart simplicity. Our 5-step proprietary "Retirement Blueprint Process" starts with a dream, followed by a plan to make it happen. Our methods are focused on achieving your goals because that's the only benchmark that matters.
We work for our CLIENTS not a company. Blue Financial is built upon developing a stable, independent retirement for you. It's not just our job--it's our passion. Putting clients first and setting ourselves apart from industry norms is our number one priority. We take a look at one aspect most advisors rarely do: taxes. At Blue, we take a distinctly unique approach to investment management and financial planning centered on strategies for creating potentially tax-free investments and efficient distribution of income in retirement. This specialized focus puts us in the position to work with and advise individuals, even those who already have an advisor without affecting their current relationship. If a majority of your money is in retirement plans like 401(k)s or IRAs then your income at retirement is taxable. Our attention to critical tax strategies helps our clients prepare to have tax free assets at retirement thus further protecting their life's work and savings. Our methods are focused on achieving your goals because that's the only benchmark that matters!
Qualifications
CRD# 2779252
Firm CRD# 14977
Series 7, 9, 10, 31, 63, 65
Compensation/Fee Fee-Based
Office Location
6340 Quadrangle Drive 3rd Floor,
Chapel Hill,
NC
27517
Phone Number
919-490-7120
Deeply influenced by her parents and grandparents, who taught her the power of financial independence and the importance of a strong work ethic, Autumn is dedicated to making a significant impact on the lives of her clients and their families by helping them plan and prepare for all of life's transitions. Autumn has over twenty years of experience in the Financial Services Industry, beginning her career as a Financial Advisor in 1996 for Morgan Stanley Wealth Management. She has held a variety of positions at the firm including: Financial Advisor: Branch Manager, Regional Business Services Officer, and Regional Business Development Manager. She was one of the first Vice Presidents in Banking & Lending Services and was awarded the title of Senior Vice President in 2011. Autumn was named to the 2015 MAKERS class, an award that honors women leaders within the firm and the industry. Autumn also holds the Morgan Stanley Family Wealth Advisor (FWA) designation. In attaining the FWA designation, she completed an accreditation program focused on the skills needed to deliver comprehensive, family-centric wealth management advice and services. Autumn also serves on the National Diversity & Inclusion (D&I) Alumni Council for Morgan Stanley and previously chaired the Business Development Committee for the D&I Council. She and her husband Eugene make their home in Holly Springs NC, with their children: daughter Noah- Bell, born in 2007, joined by son R-JAY in 2009. Active in their church, the family also participates in a variety of activities - basketball, baseball, and soccer. They also enjoy entertaining and hosting game nights for family and friends.
Investors choose to work with Morgan Stanley because the firm and its Financial Advisors mirror the values that instill their own success: a commitment to perform at the highest level, with no shortcuts, compromises or excuses. For nearly 80 years, our firm has been a leader, innovator and partner for successful individuals and their families, as well as corporations, foundations and endowments. Our Financial Advisors work from an extensive knowledge base built on diverse skills, experience, training and professional interests. They take time to understand your most important goals and have the resources to help you navigate volatile markets and changing life circumstances. They can help select the insights that are most meaningful for your portfolio from the daily barrage of market data and opinion. Behind every Financial Advisor stands Morgan Stanley. In planning and executing strategies that can help you attain your objectives, our Financial Advisors can draw on our resources and intellectual strength as a global financial services leader. Whatever your financial goals, and however you prefer to pursue them, Morgan Stanley offers you insights and a wide range of capabilities to help meet your unique needs.
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, Financial Planning for Businesses, Investment Advice & Management, Tax Advice and Services, Legal Advice and Services, Estate Planning & Trusts, Insurance Products & Annuities
Qualifications
CRD# 1780923
Firm CRD# 30613
Series 7, 9, 10, 24, 63, 65
Compensation/Fee Fee-Based, Hourly, Commissions, Flat Fee, Based on Assets
Office Location
10604 Bent Twig Drive,
Raleigh,
NC
27613
Phone Number
919-845-3339
Ken Nelson started in the investment industry in Manhattan immediately after the crash of 1987. He earned an Engineering degree from Tufts University and has very strong quantitative skills as evidenced by his perfect Math SAT score, and State Chess Championship. He became a branch manager of a major brokerage firm at age 26, one of the youngest in his firms history. Ken has provided economic commentary on TV and radio since 1990. He can be heard in the Triangle on 680AM. Ken earned his MBA (3.9 GPA) from Duke University in 2001. At graduation, Ken was asked by his Professors to return and guest lecture. Ken has guest lectured at Duke in the MBA program and Olli Program. Prior to the Covid pandemic in 2020, Ken taught a class on "The History of Money and Financial Markets" in the Olli Program. He is in the process of turning his course into a book. Ken has utilized Duke, UNC,and NC State Phd candidates, Masters candidates and undergraduates as interns since 1991. They help Ken with his academic research in the financial markets. Ken and his fiance' have 10 children and 6 grandchildren. Ken coached boys and girls soccer at the recreational, Challenge and Classic level periodically from 1992 - 2012 (mostly with CASL). Ken loves soccer, chess, skiing, history, and investments. While Ken has 35 years in the industry, he hopes to work 35 more. His investment practice is a family affair. His fiance' and son also work in the investment practice.
We are a committed group of professionals dedicated to providing superior investment advice to our corporate and high net worth clients. We average over 30 years of experience in the financial industry. We strive to provide the best, most professional and personalized service possible. We act honestly, with pride and integrity, and always in the best interest of our clients. We earn our clients trust and respect. We believe our knowledge, combined with the exceptional service we provide, ensure our clients are proud to recommend us to their family members, colleagues and friends. Also located at 9121 Anson Way, Suite #204, Raleigh NC, 27615
Qualifications
CRD# 2024379
Firm CRD# 19616
Series 7, 63
Compensation/Fee Fee-Based
Office Location
301 S. College St.,
Suite 150,
Charlotte,
NC
28202
Phone Number
704-348-9535
Our mission is to help clients live the one life they have, in the best way possible, without undue financial sacrifice or overexposure to risk. We want to understand a clients values, priorities, and personal as well as financial goals, so we can assist them with life's challenges both financial and otherwise.
Qualifications
CRD# 6322529
Firm CRD# 7691
Series 7, 66
Compensation/Fee Fee-Based, Commissions, Flat Fee, Based on Assets
Office Location
620 South Tryon Street,
Charlotte,
NC
28213
Phone Number
980-384-8247
Granville has over 11 years of experience in the financial services industry and he began his practice at Merrill in 2022. Before joining Merrill Granville spent six years as an Assistant Vice President with PNC Investments where he built a financial practice in Charlotte, NC. His Focus offers a comprehensive approach to managing wealth that begins with understanding a clients needs. He then ensures every strategy is grounded in that understanding. Granville is driven to deliver an exceptional service experience for each client by helping them pursue their objectives with integrity. Granville studied investment planning at, "The College of Financial Planning", where he obtained is CRPC designation. He also studied for the Certification for Investment Management Analysts at Yale. Though he is a Charlotte native he currently resides in Concord, NC with his new wife Ahlivia and their two "bruisers" for dogs, Titan & Raleigh. They are also active members of their church and avid volunteers for causes near and dear to them.
Advisory Services Provided:
Financial Planning, Retirement Planning, 401K Rollovers, Wealth Management, Financial Advice & Consulting, Financial Planning for Individuals, Financial Planning for Businesses, Investment Advice & Management, Insurance Products & Annuities
Qualifications
Firm CRD# 145151
Series 6, 63, 65, 66
Compensation/Fee Fee-Based, Hourly, Based on Assets
Office Location
5815 Oleander Drive,
5815 Oleander Drive, Suite 105,
Wilmington,
NC
28403
Phone Number
910-742-0509
We are not your typical financial advisors. With decades of experience, our local team consists of a CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER™, a mechanical engineer, an MBA holder, and a former manager for a major investment solutions company. Our diverse backgrounds, education, and experience allow us to challenge conventional wisdom in our approach to investment planning. Our approach to financial planning is tailored to your individual goals. We not only take into consideration your financial goals, but we also include stage of life, risk assessment, and future cash flow requirements. Our goal is to prepare you for today, tomorrow and for whatever life brings you. And after many years in business, we've gotten pretty good at that.
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, Financial Planning for Businesses, Investment Advice & Management, Estate Planning & Trusts, Insurance Products & Annuities
Qualifications
Firm CRD# 39543
Series 7, 66
Compensation/Fee Fee-Based, Hourly, Based on Assets
Office Location
1508 Military Cutoff Rd.,
Suite 206,
Wilmington,
NC
28403
Phone Number
910-509-7230
We are committed to maintaining the highest standards of integrity and professionalism in our relationship with you, our client. We endeavor to know and understand your financial situation and provide you with personalized information, services, and products to help you reach your goals. Strategic Investment Partners is a sub-branch of Conway & Company Financial Services. We operate as FIDUCIARIES so we are ethically and legally required to invest our client assets in their best interest. A long-term perspective of the Dow Jones Industrial Average reveals the reality there are extended periods of time which the US equity market will trend upwards, and also long periods of time where the market will instead stagnate or move generally lower. Our Fact-Based Strategy - Underpinning our Fact-Based strategy is a set of core beliefs about the market. These core beliefs are: 1. We don't know where the market will go - and neither does anyone else. 2. Wherever the market goes, it will get there by trending. 3. Along the way, there will be outperformers and underperformers. Armed with these three core beliefs, we are well equipped to handle whatever the market brings - ALL WITHOUT HAVING TO MAKE A SINGLE PREDICTION. Using supply and demand analysis, our Fact- Based strategy concentrates on identifying outperformers to include in our portfolios. Together, they give us the "when" and "what" - the two essential ingredients of success.
Advisory Services Provided:
Portfolio Management, Retirement Planning, 401K Rollovers, Financial Advice & Consulting, Financial Planning for Individuals, Estate Planning & Trusts
Qualifications
Firm CRD# 111167
Compensation/Fee Fee-Based
Office Location
3917 University Drive Suite 200,
Durham,
NC
27707
Phone Number
888-242-6766
Allworth Financial has been providing transparent, straightforward, and honest financial advice to individuals and families for more than 26 years. They are a fiduciary, fee-based firm that focuses on helping people achieve financial confidence. The advisors at Allworth are not salespeople, so their sole interest is providing the recommendations and advice people need to hear. During your free consultation, the advisor will listen to your goals, answer your questions, and lay out a series of next steps for success.
Advisory Services Provided:
Retirement Planning, Tax Advice and Services, Estate Planning & Trusts
Firm Name | No. of Advisors | No. of Clients | AUM | Fee Structure |
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1019 | 329 | $307,360,918,170 | A percentage of AUM, Fixed fees, Performance Based
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30 | 263 | $10,186,000,000 | A percentage of AUM
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10 | 926 | $588,793,340 | A percentage of AUM, Hourly charges, Fixed fees, Commision Based
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6 | 93 | $466,109,220 | A percentage of AUM, Performance Based
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6 | 501 | $364,676,874 | A percentage of AUM, Hourly charges, Fixed fees
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2 | 342 | $235,368,426 | A percentage of AUM, Hourly charges
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16 | 701 | $215,658,728 | A percentage of AUM, Fixed fees
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5 | 239 | $191,890,498 | A percentage of AUM
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6 | 290 | $191,008,803 | A percentage of AUM, Performance Based
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2 | 710 | $181,941,701 | A percentage of AUM, Hourly charges, Fixed fees
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4 | 426 | $154,544,746 | A percentage of AUM, Hourly charges, Fixed fees
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2 | 419 | $143,582,344 | A percentage of AUM
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3 | 487 | $119,226,742 | A percentage of AUM
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13 | 236 | $112,267,206 | A percentage of AUM, Fixed fees
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TRICAPITAL WEALTH MANAGEMENT, INC.
Three South Executive Park, 6115 Park South Drive, Suite 330, Charlotte, NC 28210 |
3 | 183 | $101,274,994 | A percentage of AUM, Hourly charges, Commision Based
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When choosing a financial advisor in North Carolina, it's best to look for information about an advisor's experience, credentials (CFP, ChFCs, CFAs, etc.), education, compensation method, and adherence to ethics. For more information, refer to this guide on choosing the best financial advisor in North Carolina.
Financial advisors in North Carolina utilize different compensation methods such as charging a percentage of assets under management (AUM), hourly fees, flat fees, or commissions from product sales. Understanding your advisor's compensation structure is crucial and being aware of potential conflicts of interest that could impact their advice. To gain a better understanding of how financial advisors charge, read more on the costs of hiring a financial advisor.
Yes, financial advisors can provide valuable guidance and support regardless of the size of your portfolio. Even with a small amount to invest, an advisor can help you develop a tailored plan to reach your financial goals, mitigate risks, and make informed financial decisions. To explore how financial advisors can assist with investment management and grow your portfolio, read more about the impact of asset allocation on your portfolio.
Financial advisors listed on our directory for the state of North Carolina offer a range of services, including retirement planning, investment management, estate planning, tax planning, insurance planning, and wealth management. They help clients set financial goals, create a budget, make investment decisions, and manage their wealth. Read on to better understand how financial advisors can assist you with the various services they provide.
When choosing a financial advisor in North Carolina, it's important to research their experience thoroughly, credentials (such as CFP, ChFCs, CFAs), education, compensation method, and commitment to ethical practices. To further research financial advisors, follow our guide on the the FINRA BrokerCheck tool. For more information, refer to this guide on choosing the best financial advisor in North Carolina.
In North Carolina, financial advisors are typically required to have qualifications that comply with state and federal regulations, such as holding licenses as investment advisor representatives (IARs) and often having credentials such as Certified Financial Planners (CFP), Chartered Financial Analysts (CFA), Chartered Financial Consultants (ChFC), and more. Click the "View Full Profile" button of each advisor listed in the directory to further explore a specific financial advisor's qualifications.
Financial advisors in North Carolina can be compensated through fees, commissions, or a mix of both. Fee-only advisors charge fees solely for their services and don't earn commissions from product sales. Fee-based advisors may follow a hybrid model, combining commissions and fees. Commission-based advisors earn their income solely by selling financial products and receive a percentage of the sale. To learn more about financial advisor fees and the factors affecting them, explore the costs of hiring a financial advisor.