How to Choose a Financial Advisor in ANAHEIM, CA

A data-driven guide based on 26 registered advisors in ANAHEIM

Local Market Overview

There are 26 registered financial advisors in ANAHEIM, California. Approximately 96% report fee-based compensation, while 8% include commission-based compensation. The average firm serving ANAHEIM manages $2.2B in assets.

Registered Advisors

In ANAHEIM, CA

Avg Firm AUM

$2.2B

Assets under management

Top Credential

CFP

3 advisors

Community Profile

ANAHEIM has a population of 347,111 with a median household income of $88,538. The median age is 35.4.

Advisor density: 0.7 per 10K residents

Median income: $88,538

Most Common Credentials in ANAHEIM

CFP

3 advisors

ChFC

1 advisors

Compensation Types Reported

Percentage of AUM

96% of advisors · 25 total

Subscription fees

62% of advisors · 16 total

Hourly charges

38% of advisors · 10 total

Other: FEES COLLECTED FROM THIRD-PARTY MANAGERS ARE PAID TO APPLICANT

19% of advisors · 5 total

Commissions

8% of advisors · 2 total

Other: NO RETAIL CLIENTS. COMPENSATED ON AN INCIDENTAL BASIS.

4% of advisors · 1 total

What to Look For

Check their credentials

The CFP (Certified Financial Planner) is the gold standard for comprehensive financial planning. A CFA (Chartered Financial Analyst) signals deep investment expertise, while a ChFC (Chartered Financial Consultant) covers insurance and estate planning.

Understand fee structures

Fee-only advisors charge only for their advice (hourly, flat fee, or % of AUM). Fee-based advisors may also earn commissions on products they sell. Commission-only advisors earn money from product sales. Fee-only is generally considered the least conflicted model. See California fee analysis →

Verify their registration

Every legitimate advisor should be registered with the SEC or their state. Check FINRA BrokerCheck for disciplinary history, disclosures, and registration status. All advisors on AdvisorOS are sourced from official SEC/FINRA registration data.

Ask about account minimums

Some advisors require $250,000 or more to open an account. Others work with any portfolio size. Ask upfront to avoid wasting time on advisors who aren't a fit.

Review their Form CRS

The Form CRS (Client Relationship Summary) is a 2-page document every advisor must provide. It explains services, fees, conflicts of interest, and disciplinary history in plain language. Ask for it before your first meeting.

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26 advisors in ANAHEIM, CA

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Frequently Asked Questions

How many financial advisors are in ANAHEIM, CA?

There are 26 registered financial advisors in ANAHEIM, California, according to SEC and FINRA registration data.

What credentials should a financial advisor in ANAHEIM have?

Look for CFP (Certified Financial Planner) for comprehensive planning, CFA for investment management, or ChFC for insurance and estate planning. The most common credential among ANAHEIM advisors is CFP.

Are financial advisors in ANAHEIM required to be fiduciaries?

Registered Investment Advisors (RIAs) have a fiduciary duty to act in your best interest. Broker-dealers follow a suitability standard. Always ask your advisor about their fiduciary status and get it in writing.

What do financial advisors in ANAHEIM charge?

Fees vary widely. Fee-only advisors typically charge 0.5%–1.5% of assets under management, $150–$400/hour, or flat fees of $1,000–$7,500+ per plan. Commission-based advisors may not charge fees directly but earn commissions on products.

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