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How to Choose a Financial Advisor in GREEN BAY, WI

A data-driven guide based on 92 registered advisors in GREEN BAY
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Local Market Overview

There are 92 registered financial advisors in GREEN BAY, Wisconsin. Approximately 97% report fee-based compensation, while 4% include commission-based compensation. The average firm serving GREEN BAY manages $1.2B in assets.

Registered Advisors
92
In GREEN BAY, WI
Avg Firm AUM
$1.2B
Assets under management
Top Credential
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Community Profile

GREEN BAY has a population of 106,846 with a median household income of $59,174. The median age is 35.6.

Advisor density: 8.6 per 10K residents
Median income: $59,174
Compensation Types Reported
Percentage of AUM
97% of advisors · 89 total
Subscription fees
51% of advisors · 47 total
Hourly charges
48% of advisors · 44 total
Commissions
4% of advisors · 4 total
Other: A PORTION OF FEES PAID TO 3RD PARTY ADVISORS
3% 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 Wisconsin 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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92 advisors in GREEN BAY, WI

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Frequently Asked Questions

How many financial advisors are in GREEN BAY, WI?
There are 92 registered financial advisors in GREEN BAY, Wisconsin, according to SEC and FINRA registration data.
What credentials should a financial advisor in GREEN BAY 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 GREEN BAY 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 GREEN BAY 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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