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What should you know about financial advisor fees and costs?

Whether you have a financial advisor or are just thinking about getting one, here's what folks should know about financial advisor fees and costs: Compensation structures. Financial advisor fees vs. investment product fees. Robo advisors. Ongoing invoices. Deductibility. Transparency. Beginning the conversation. Financial advice is not free.

What are advisor fees?

Advisory fees: These fees are often charged as a percentage of the assets you have under management with the advisor, called AUM fees. “These fees are usually billed and paid directly from the accounts,” said Brian Kuhn, senior vice president and financial advisor at Wealth Enhancement Group. AUM fees are often charged quarterly.

How much does an advisor charge per year?

AUM fees are often charged quarterly. For instance, if you have $1 million with an advisor who charges 1% per year, you’d pay $10,000 for the year, or $2,500 per quarter. Advisors can charge one or more of the above fee types.

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