How to Choose a Financial Advisor in SIMSBURY, CT

A data-driven guide based on 40 registered advisors in SIMSBURY

Local Market Overview

There are 40 registered financial advisors in SIMSBURY, Connecticut. Approximately 95% report fee-based compensation, while 15% include commission-based compensation. The average firm serving SIMSBURY manages $19.3B in assets.

Registered Advisors

In SIMSBURY, CT

Avg Firm AUM

$19.3B

Assets under management

Top Credential

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Compensation Types Reported

Percentage of AUM

95% of advisors · 38 total

Performance-based fees

50% of advisors · 20 total

Subscription fees

23% of advisors · 9 total

Hourly charges

23% of advisors · 9 total

Other: PERCENTAGE OF OPERATIONS; PERCENTAGE OF ACQUISITIONS

20% of advisors · 8 total

Other: REFERRAL FEES

15% of advisors · 6 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 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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40 advisors in SIMSBURY, CT

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Frequently Asked Questions

How many financial advisors are in SIMSBURY, CT?

There are 40 registered financial advisors in SIMSBURY, Connecticut, according to SEC and FINRA registration data.

What credentials should a financial advisor in SIMSBURY 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 SIMSBURY 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 SIMSBURY 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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