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How to Choose a Financial Advisor in SAINT LOUIS, MO

A data-driven guide based on 65 registered advisors in SAINT LOUIS
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Local Market Overview

There are 65 registered financial advisors in SAINT LOUIS, Missouri. Approximately 98% report fee-based compensation, while 0% include commission-based compensation. The average firm serving SAINT LOUIS manages $2.5B in assets.

Registered Advisors
65
In SAINT LOUIS, MO
Avg Firm AUM
$2.5B
Assets under management
Top Credential
CFA
5 advisors
Most Common Credentials in SAINT LOUIS
CFA
5 advisors
CFP
4 advisors
Compensation Types Reported
Percentage of AUM
98% of advisors · 64 total
Subscription fees
63% of advisors · 41 total
Hourly charges
42% of advisors · 27 total
Performance-based fees
18% of advisors · 12 total
Other: CONSULTING FEES TO RIA'S, FINDERS FEES, FEES THIRD PARTY MANAGER
12% of advisors · 8 total
Other: DEFINED CONTRIBUTION FIDUCIARY SERVICES FEES
2% of advisors · 1 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 Missouri 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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65 advisors in SAINT LOUIS, MO

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Frequently Asked Questions

How many financial advisors are in SAINT LOUIS, MO?
There are 65 registered financial advisors in SAINT LOUIS, Missouri, according to SEC and FINRA registration data.
What credentials should a financial advisor in SAINT LOUIS 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 SAINT LOUIS advisors is CFA.
Are financial advisors in SAINT LOUIS 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 SAINT LOUIS 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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