by John Eather

For most young people today, who don’t expect that government pension or security programs will be around in the future, deciding on an expert financial advisor will be a crucial decision to make. There’s no getting around the fact that financial choices made when young can have a deep impact on the quality of retirement later in life, however soon or late that could be.

The above reasons, then, should illustrate why it’s important to know a few things about how to go about finding an expert financial advisor. After all, this person is going to serve as a guide through potentially hazardous waters. So don’t just land on the first person who pops up on a search engine after typing in “expert financial advice” or the like. The finance world is full of shady characters and double-dealers, so keep that in mind.

After gathering several possible firms and advisors together on a list, take some time to dig into the background of such people and entities. Minimum standards should include licenses – if any – training and education, and any credentials from professional associations an advisor might possess. All reputable firms and planners will be prepared to supply this information without even being asked. And the top commercial firms generally meet these standards as a matter of course.

This doesn’t mean, however, that the search should be limited to just the large financial planning and advice companies. There are many smaller firms, with advisors, who meet or exceed these minimum standards. Just go online to the federal government’s Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) website and check out each firm’s or advisor’s disclosure Form ADV, Parts 1 and 2. It’s freely available for scrutiny by the general public.

Trusting blindly to any financial advisor is not a recommended practice. Take the time to do a background check, and look to see if the advisor has had any run-ins with regulators or has received complaints from other investors. All of this information is freely available on the Internet and at the SEC’s website. From there, any additional tips for finding an expert financial advisor can be easily obtained.

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