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How to Choose a Financial Advisor in BRENTWOOD, TN

A data-driven guide based on 93 registered advisors in BRENTWOOD
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Local Market Overview

There are 93 registered financial advisors in BRENTWOOD, Tennessee. Approximately 86% report fee-based compensation, while 8% include commission-based compensation. The average firm serving BRENTWOOD manages $1.2B in assets.

Registered Advisors
93
In BRENTWOOD, TN
Avg Firm AUM
$1.2B
Assets under management
Top Credential
CFP
20 advisors
Community Profile

BRENTWOOD has a population of 44,830 with a median household income of $181,576. The median age is 43.6.

Advisor density: 20.7 per 10K residents
Median income: $181,576
Most Common Credentials in BRENTWOOD
CFP
20 advisors
ChFC
3 advisors
CFA
2 advisors
Compensation Types Reported
Percentage of AUM
86% of advisors · 80 total
Subscription fees
69% of advisors · 64 total
Hourly charges
42% of advisors · 39 total
Commissions
8% of advisors · 7 total
Other: NO COMPENSATION FOR IA SERVICES, GP PAID FOR ADMIN SERVICES
4% of advisors · 4 total
Other: A PERCENTAGE OF ASSETS UNDER ADVISEMENT
4% 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 Tennessee 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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93 advisors in BRENTWOOD, TN

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Frequently Asked Questions

How many financial advisors are in BRENTWOOD, TN?
There are 93 registered financial advisors in BRENTWOOD, Tennessee, according to SEC and FINRA registration data.
What credentials should a financial advisor in BRENTWOOD 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 BRENTWOOD advisors is CFP.
Are financial advisors in BRENTWOOD 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 BRENTWOOD 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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