7 Mistakes to Avoid When Hiring a Financial Advisor

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According to a 2022 Northwestern Mutual study, over half of US adults think their financial planning skills need improvement — and yet, just a third of them work with a financial advisor.¹ Why? With thousands of options available, it can seem daunting to choose one. SmartAsset's no-cost tool can help you avoid some of the common mistakes in looking for an advisor. While financial advisors can never guarantee good returns and financial success, research suggests that people who work with a financial advisor feel more at ease about their finances and could end up with about 15% more money to spend in retirement.² Consider this example: Let’s pretend we have $500,000 to invest — a good chunk of change. According to a 2019 Vanguard study, here’s what that investment would be worth after 25 years: - $1.69 million with self-management alone - $3.4 million with a financial advisor (read: 50% more) In other words, an advisor-managed portfolio would average 8% annualized growth over a 25-year period, compared to just 5% from a self-managed portfolio.³ Okay... but where and how do I find one? SmartAsset’s [no-cost tool]( simplifies the time-consuming process of finding a financial advisor. Their short quiz helps match you with up to three fiduciary financial advisors, each legally bound to work in your best interest. Even better, the whole process takes just a few minutes, and you can typically be instantly connected with an expert for a free retirement consultation. Ready to know what to look out for? Check out SmartAsset’s list of seven common mistakes people make when hiring an advisor, so you can be prepared to decide on the best fit for you.. 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