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How to Choose a Financial Advisor in DELRAY BEACH, FL

A data-driven guide based on 48 registered advisors in DELRAY BEACH
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Local Market Overview

There are 48 registered financial advisors in DELRAY BEACH, Florida. Approximately 58% report fee-based compensation, while 6% include commission-based compensation. The average firm serving DELRAY BEACH manages $156M in assets.

Registered Advisors
48
In DELRAY BEACH, FL
Avg Firm AUM
$156M
Assets under management
Top Credential
CFA
1 advisors
Community Profile

DELRAY BEACH has a population of 66,646 with a median household income of $76,558. The median age is 50.7.

Advisor density: 7.2 per 10K residents
Median income: $76,558
Compensation Types Reported
Percentage of AUM
58% of advisors · 28 total
Hourly charges
33% of advisors · 16 total
Performance-based fees
21% of advisors · 10 total
Subscription fees
17% of advisors · 8 total
Other: REFERRAL FEES
13% of advisors · 6 total
Commissions
6% of advisors · 3 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 Florida 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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48 advisors in DELRAY BEACH, FL

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Frequently Asked Questions

How many financial advisors are in DELRAY BEACH, FL?
There are 48 registered financial advisors in DELRAY BEACH, Florida, according to SEC and FINRA registration data.
What credentials should a financial advisor in DELRAY BEACH 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 DELRAY BEACH advisors is CFA.
Are financial advisors in DELRAY BEACH 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 DELRAY BEACH 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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