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How to Choose a Financial Advisor in SUMMIT, NJ

A data-driven guide based on 74 registered advisors in SUMMIT
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Local Market Overview

There are 74 registered financial advisors in SUMMIT, New Jersey. Approximately 95% report fee-based compensation, while 4% include commission-based compensation. The average firm serving SUMMIT manages $1.9B in assets.

Registered Advisors
74
In SUMMIT, NJ
Avg Firm AUM
$1.9B
Assets under management
Top Credential
CFA
3 advisors
Community Profile

SUMMIT has a population of 22,555 with a median household income of $176,702. The median age is 40.5.

Advisor density: 32.8 per 10K residents
Median income: $176,702
Most Common Credentials in SUMMIT
CFA
3 advisors
CFP
1 advisors
Compensation Types Reported
Percentage of AUM
95% of advisors · 70 total
Subscription fees
41% of advisors · 30 total
Performance-based fees
30% of advisors · 22 total
Hourly charges
19% of advisors · 14 total
Commissions
4% of advisors · 3 total
Other: FINANCIAL PLANNING & CONSULTING FEES
4% 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 New Jersey 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 SUMMIT

74 advisors in SUMMIT, NJ

Search the full directory of registered financial advisors in SUMMIT. 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 SUMMIT, NJ?
There are 74 registered financial advisors in SUMMIT, New Jersey, according to SEC and FINRA registration data.
What credentials should a financial advisor in SUMMIT 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 SUMMIT advisors is CFA.
Are financial advisors in SUMMIT 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 SUMMIT 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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