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How to Choose a Financial Advisor in HARTFORD, CT

A data-driven guide based on 225 registered advisors in HARTFORD
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Local Market Overview

There are 225 registered financial advisors in HARTFORD, Connecticut. Approximately 94% report fee-based compensation, while 0% include commission-based compensation. The average firm serving HARTFORD manages $21.3B in assets.

Registered Advisors
225
In HARTFORD, CT
Avg Firm AUM
$21.3B
Assets under management
Top Credential
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Community Profile

HARTFORD has a population of 121,057 with a median household income of $41,841. The median age is 33.1.

Advisor density: 18.6 per 10K residents
Median income: $41,841
Compensation Types Reported
Percentage of AUM
94% of advisors · 211 total
Subscription fees
66% of advisors · 149 total
Performance-based fees
33% of advisors · 74 total
Other: REAL ESTATE ACQUISITION/DISPOSITION FEES
14% of advisors · 31 total
Other: COST REIMBURSEMENT, AFFILIATE COMPENSATION (SEE PART 2A, ITEM 6)
10% of advisors · 22 total
Hourly charges
5% of advisors · 12 total
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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 Connecticut 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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Browse Advisors in HARTFORD

225 advisors in HARTFORD, CT

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Frequently Asked Questions

How many financial advisors are in HARTFORD, CT?
There are 225 registered financial advisors in HARTFORD, Connecticut, according to SEC and FINRA registration data.
What credentials should a financial advisor in HARTFORD 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 HARTFORD 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 HARTFORD 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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