How to Choose a Financial Advisor in DENVER, CO

A data-driven guide based on 1,269 registered advisors in DENVER

Local Market Overview

There are 1,269 registered financial advisors in DENVER, Colorado. Approximately 85% report fee-based compensation, while 1% include commission-based compensation. The average firm serving DENVER manages $8.3B in assets.

Registered Advisors

1,269

In DENVER, CO

Avg Firm AUM

$8.3B

Assets under management

Top Credential

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Community Profile

DENVER has a population of 710,800 with a median household income of $85,853. The median age is 34.9.

Advisor density: 17.9 per 10K residents

Median income: $85,853

Compensation Types Reported

Percentage of AUM

85% of advisors · 1076 total

Subscription fees

39% of advisors · 494 total

Performance-based fees

38% of advisors · 488 total

Hourly charges

20% of advisors · 252 total

Other: ACQUISITION FEE

2% of advisors · 25 total

Other: PERCENTAGE OF ASSETS UNDER ADVISEMENT

2% of advisors · 22 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 Colorado 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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1,269 advisors in DENVER, CO

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Frequently Asked Questions

How many financial advisors are in DENVER, CO?

There are 1,269 registered financial advisors in DENVER, Colorado, according to SEC and FINRA registration data.

What credentials should a financial advisor in DENVER have?

Look for CFP (Certified Financial Planner) for comprehensive planning, CFA for investment management, or ChFC for insurance and estate planning.

Are financial advisors in DENVER 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 DENVER 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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