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How to Choose a Financial Advisor in LEAWOOD, KS

A data-driven guide based on 177 registered advisors in LEAWOOD
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Local Market Overview

There are 177 registered financial advisors in LEAWOOD, Kansas. Approximately 80% report fee-based compensation, while 3% include commission-based compensation. The average firm serving LEAWOOD manages $5.9B in assets.

Registered Advisors
177
In LEAWOOD, KS
Avg Firm AUM
$5.9B
Assets under management
Top Credential
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Community Profile

LEAWOOD has a population of 33,784 with a median household income of $174,779. The median age is 48.8.

Advisor density: 52.4 per 10K residents
Median income: $174,779
Compensation Types Reported
Percentage of AUM
80% of advisors · 141 total
Subscription fees
50% of advisors · 89 total
Hourly charges
38% of advisors · 68 total
Performance-based fees
16% of advisors · 29 total
Other: PLANNING FEES
16% of advisors · 28 total
Other: A PERCENTAGE OF RECURRING INCOME
6% of advisors · 11 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 Kansas 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 LEAWOOD

177 advisors in LEAWOOD, KS

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Frequently Asked Questions

How many financial advisors are in LEAWOOD, KS?
There are 177 registered financial advisors in LEAWOOD, Kansas, according to SEC and FINRA registration data.
What credentials should a financial advisor in LEAWOOD 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 LEAWOOD 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 LEAWOOD 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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