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How to Choose a Financial Advisor in EDINA, MN

A data-driven guide based on 72 registered advisors in EDINA
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Local Market Overview

There are 72 registered financial advisors in EDINA, Minnesota. Approximately 97% report fee-based compensation, while 6% include commission-based compensation. The average firm serving EDINA manages $1.1B in assets.

Registered Advisors
72
In EDINA, MN
Avg Firm AUM
$1.1B
Assets under management
Top Credential
CFP
9 advisors
Community Profile

EDINA has a population of 53,037 with a median household income of $125,506. The median age is 44.8.

Advisor density: 13.6 per 10K residents
Median income: $125,506
Most Common Credentials in EDINA
CFP
9 advisors
CFA
3 advisors
ChFC
1 advisors
Compensation Types Reported
Percentage of AUM
97% of advisors · 70 total
Subscription fees
74% of advisors · 53 total
Hourly charges
72% of advisors · 52 total
Performance-based fees
15% of advisors · 11 total
Other: A PERCENTAGE OF AUM ALLOCATED TO OUR MODEL PORTFOLIO
10% of advisors · 7 total
Other: SOLICITOR FEES
6% of advisors · 4 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 Minnesota 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 EDINA

72 advisors in EDINA, MN

Search the full directory of registered financial advisors in EDINA. 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 EDINA, MN?
There are 72 registered financial advisors in EDINA, Minnesota, according to SEC and FINRA registration data.
What credentials should a financial advisor in EDINA 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 EDINA advisors is CFP.
Are financial advisors in EDINA 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 EDINA 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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