FIVE STAR AWARD WINNERS YOU NEED TO KNOW
FIVE STAR WEALTH MANAGERS FIVE STAR INVESTMENT PROFESSIONALS
You work hard and want your money to work hard for you! You’re likely seeking solid investments and financial strategies that fit your family and your situation. These days, finding the right wealth manager is an integral part of securing one’s financial freedom and well-being. But where should you turn to find the adviser who can start working for you? Five Star Professional employed a rigorous research process to identify Five Star Wealth Manager and Five Star Investment Professional award winners in cities across the U.S. Award-winning professionals were carefully selected from among thousands of wealth managers for their knowledge, service and experience (see list and disclosure for full list of cities covered). Winners featured here represent some of the most dedicated financial professionals, each committed to pursuing professional excellence and providing exceptional service to their clients. Five Star Professional identified award candidates based on industry data and nominations received from industry firms and individuals (self-nominations are not accepted). Only candidates who satisfied 10 objective eligibility and evaluation criteria have been named Five Star Wealth Managers or Five Star Investment Professionals. For the full lists of Five Star award winners and an overview of the research methodology, visit fivestarprofessional.com.
FIVE STAR WEALTH MANAGER CRITERIA
Award candidates who satisfied 10 objective eligibility and evaluation criteria were named 2019 Five Star Wealth Managers. Eligibility Criteria – Required: 1. Credentialed as a registered investment adviser or a registered investment adviser representative. 2. Actively employed as a credentialed professional in the financial services industry for a minimum of five years. 3. Favorable regulatory and complaint history review. 4. Fulfilled their firm review based on internal firm standards. 5. Accepting new clients. Evaluation Criteria – Considered: 6. One- year client retention rate. 7. Five- year client retention rate. 8. Non- institutional discretionary and/ or non- discretionary client assets administered. 9. Number of client households served. 10. Education and professional designations.
FIVE STAR INVESTMENT PROFESSIONAL CRITERIA
The investment professional award goes to estate planning attorneys, insurance agents and select others in the financial industry. Eligibility Criteria – Required: 1.Credentialed with appropriate state or industry licensures. 2. Actively employed as a credentialed professional in the financial services industry for a minimum of five years. 3. Favorable regulatory and complaint history review. 4. Accepting new clients. Evaluation Criteria – Considered: 5. One- year client retention rate. 6. Five- year client retention rate. 7. Number of client households served. 8. Recent personal production and performance (industry specific criteria).9. Education and professional designations/industry and board certifications. 10. Pro Bono and community service work.