How to Choose a Financial Advisor in PORTLAND, OR

A data-driven guide based on 296 registered advisors in PORTLAND

Local Market Overview

There are 296 registered financial advisors in PORTLAND, Oregon. Approximately 97% report fee-based compensation, while 4% include commission-based compensation. The average firm serving PORTLAND manages $2.7B in assets.

Registered Advisors

296

In PORTLAND, OR

Avg Firm AUM

$2.7B

Assets under management

Top Credential

CFP

28 advisors

Community Profile

PORTLAND has a population of 646,101 with a median household income of $85,876. The median age is 38.3.

Advisor density: 4.6 per 10K residents

Median income: $85,876

Most Common Credentials in PORTLAND

CFP

28 advisors

ChFC

6 advisors

CFA

5 advisors

Compensation Types Reported

Percentage of AUM

97% of advisors · 286 total

Subscription fees

56% of advisors · 167 total

Hourly charges

47% of advisors · 140 total

Performance-based fees

7% of advisors · 22 total

Commissions

4% of advisors · 13 total

Other: AS NOTED IN SCHEDULE D MISC,AFFILIATE BY INTERCOMPANY AGREEMENT

2% of advisors · 7 total

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 Oregon 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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296 advisors in PORTLAND, OR

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Frequently Asked Questions

How many financial advisors are in PORTLAND, OR?

There are 296 registered financial advisors in PORTLAND, Oregon, according to SEC and FINRA registration data.

What credentials should a financial advisor in PORTLAND 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 PORTLAND advisors is CFP.

Are financial advisors in PORTLAND 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 PORTLAND 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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