Can financial advisers who earn commissions on product sales give clients the best advice? For one professional, changing ...

Within the financial advisory industry, there’s plenty of debate about whether the fee-only model is always best for clients. That’s a separate question from adhering to the fiduciary standard, which ...

If a financial advisor is considered “fee-based,” it means they can earn compensation through a combination of both client-paid fees and forms of compensation related to selling certain products.

The wealth management industry continues to see a decline in commission revenue and a steady rise in the fee-based model, with more than 77% of compensation expected to be in the form of fees by 2026, ...

We analyzed everything from advisor credentials to portfolio options to fees and customer support at some of the larger and more well-known registered investment advisor firms to help connect you with ...

Question: “I think I need a new financial adviser because I feel like I’m being eaten up by fees. I don’t know where to turn. What are reasonable fees and when can someone DIY their finances instead ...

Misconceptions about cost are keeping millions who need it most from seeking financial advice.

The AUM model is a straight percentage fee charged annually on the total value of the assets the advisor manages for you. It is the usual model used by wealth management professionals. AUM fees ...

Some financial advisors are paid by mutual fund companies for as long as their clients own their funds. Here's how it works.

We analyzed everything from estate planning to retirement income options at some of the larger registered investment advisor ...