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How to Choose a Financial Advisor in ROSWELL, GA

A data-driven guide based on 29 registered advisors in ROSWELL
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Local Market Overview

There are 29 registered financial advisors in ROSWELL, Georgia. Approximately 93% report fee-based compensation, while 0% include commission-based compensation. The average firm serving ROSWELL manages $3.0B in assets.

Registered Advisors
29
In ROSWELL, GA
Avg Firm AUM
$3.0B
Assets under management
Top Credential
CFP
8 advisors
Community Profile

ROSWELL has a population of 92,770 with a median household income of $122,924. The median age is 40.5.

Advisor density: 3.1 per 10K residents
Median income: $122,924
Most Common Credentials in ROSWELL
CFP
8 advisors
CFA
1 advisors
ChFC
1 advisors
Compensation Types Reported
Percentage of AUM
93% of advisors · 27 total
Hourly charges
83% of advisors · 24 total
Subscription fees
76% of advisors · 22 total
Other: NEGOTIABLE
41% of advisors · 12 total
Fixed fees
10% of advisors · 3 total
Performance-based fees
7% of advisors · 2 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 Georgia 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 ROSWELL

29 advisors in ROSWELL, GA

Search the full directory of registered financial advisors in ROSWELL. Compare credentials, specialties, and firm details — all based on SEC and FINRA public data.

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Frequently Asked Questions

How many financial advisors are in ROSWELL, GA?
There are 29 registered financial advisors in ROSWELL, Georgia, according to SEC and FINRA registration data.
What credentials should a financial advisor in ROSWELL 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 ROSWELL advisors is CFP.
Are financial advisors in ROSWELL 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 ROSWELL 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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