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How to Choose a Financial Advisor in BURLINGTON, VT

A data-driven guide based on 61 registered advisors in BURLINGTON
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Local Market Overview

There are 61 registered financial advisors in BURLINGTON, Vermont. Approximately 72% report fee-based compensation, while 0% include commission-based compensation. The average firm serving BURLINGTON manages $19.4B in assets.

Registered Advisors
61
In BURLINGTON, VT
Avg Firm AUM
$19.4B
Assets under management
Top Credential
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Community Profile

BURLINGTON has a population of 44,646 with a median household income of $64,931. The median age is 27.4.

Advisor density: 13.7 per 10K residents
Median income: $64,931
Compensation Types Reported
Percentage of AUM
72% of advisors · 44 total
Other: ADDITIONAL INFORMATION ON FEES CHARGED CAN BE FOUND IN PART 2A
21% of advisors · 13 total
Hourly charges
15% of advisors · 9 total
Performance-based fees
15% of advisors · 9 total
Subscription fees
8% of advisors · 5 total
Other: RETIREMENT PLAN ASSETS UNDER ADVISEMENT
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 Vermont 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 BURLINGTON

61 advisors in BURLINGTON, VT

Search the full directory of registered financial advisors in BURLINGTON. 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 BURLINGTON, VT?
There are 61 registered financial advisors in BURLINGTON, Vermont, according to SEC and FINRA registration data.
What credentials should a financial advisor in BURLINGTON have?
Look for CFP (Certified Financial Planner) for comprehensive planning, CFA for investment management, or ChFC for insurance and estate planning.
Are financial advisors in BURLINGTON 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 BURLINGTON 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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