042. Do You Need a Financial Planner to Build Wealth?

Gentle reminder: no one cares as much about your money as you do

Today, Amber answers a listener's question about what to look for in a financial advisor and whether you even need one. You'll learn the differences between the various financial service providers and gain the tools to discern whether or not a financial planner aligns with your wealth goals. From the hidden impact of advisor fees to why you want someone who's CFP certified, you'll learn how to take control of your financial legacy today.

In today's episode, we cover the following:

Welcome to new listeners and what to expect in today's episode (0:00)

Cornerstones of this podcast series (3:30)

Question: How do you find a great financial advisor? Or do I really even need one? (6:07)

What is a financial planner? (10:45)

What you want to look for in a financial planner (14:11)

What is a fiduciary? (18:06)

The viability of robo-advisors (22:20)

What is a wealth manager vs. a portfolio manager? (24:05)

How financial service providers get paid (26:39)

Why 1% isn't a small amount when it comes to your finances (29:37)

Things to consider before hiring a financial planner (36:00)

Options for when you're at the beginning of your wealth journey (39:28)

Principles of investing according to John Bogle (41:33)

Conclusion and citations to start your research with (46:09)



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