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What is an independent financial advisor?

Independent Registered Investment Advisors (RIAs) are professional independent advisory firms that provide personalized financial advice to their clients, many of whom have complex financial needs. They are registered with either the Securities and Exchange Commission or state securities regulators.

Truly independent

Independent advisors are not tied to any particular family of funds or products.

Ethically motivated

Independent advisors are held to the fiduciary standard. They’re required to act in their clients’ best interest at all times.

Deeply trusted

Independent advisors are trusted with over $5 trillion of their clients' wealth.

Why does Charles Schwab proudly support more independent financial advisors and their clients than anyone else?

We believe in the independent financial advisor model and how it serves each and every client. That's why, as the leading RIA custodian, we have made it our mission to help educate investors on the benefits of working with independent advisors.

Our goal is to bring awareness to one of the fastest-growing segments in financial services.

Hear what independent advisors have to say.

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Are you in the care of an independent financial advisor?

Super: Holly M. Independent Advisor Since 2015

As an independent financial advisor, my promise to you is simple…

Super: Mary L. Independent Advisor Since 2015

As a fiduciary, I promise to put your interests first, always.

Super: Terry P. Independent Advisor Since 2021

I promise that our relationship will go well beyond just investment decisions. 

Super: Sam M. Independent Advisor Since 2010

It’s the intersection of your money and your life where we can make the biggest difference.

 

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Charles Schwab is proud to support the independent financial advisors who are passionately dedicated to helping people achieve their financial goals. 

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These advisors custody with Schwab Advisor Services™ and were not compensated for their comments. Schwab paid travel related costs. 

Schwab Advisor Services™ provides custody, trading, and the support services of Charles Schwab & Co., Inc. (“Schwab”), to independent investment advisors and Charles Schwab Investment Management, Inc. (“CSIM”). Independent investment advisors are not owned by, affiliated with or supervised by Schwab. Mention should not be construed as a recommendation, endorsement of, or sponsorship by Schwab. The views expressed are those of the third party and are provided for informational purposes only. Clients should evaluate an RIA based on their own particular needs. 

©2023 Charles Schwab & Co., Inc. All rights reserved. Member SIPC. (1023-34LG)
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Independent Difference: Simple

OPEN ON ADVISOR MAKING A PROMISE TO CAMERA.

Text that appears on screen: 

Are you in the care of an independent financial advisor?

Super: Holly M. Independent Advisor Since 2015

As an independent financial advisor, my promise to you is simple…

Super: Mary L. Independent Advisor Since 2015

As a fiduciary, I promise to put your interests first, always.

Super: Terry P. Independent Advisor Since 2021

I promise that our relationship will go well beyond just investment decisions. 

Super: Sam M. Independent Advisor Since 2010

It’s the intersection of your money and your life where we can make the biggest difference.

 

Voice Over: 

Charles Schwab is proud to support the independent financial advisors who are passionately dedicated to helping people achieve their financial goals. 

End Card – Graphics on screen: 

LOGO with OWN YOUR TOMORROW tagline

Voiceover and text on screen:

Visit FindYourIndependentAdvisor.com

Text disclosure:

These advisors custody with Schwab Advisor Services™ and were not compensated for their comments. Schwab paid travel related costs. 

Schwab Advisor Services™ provides custody, trading, and the support services of Charles Schwab & Co., Inc. (“Schwab”), to independent investment advisors and Charles Schwab Investment Management, Inc. (“CSIM”). Independent investment advisors are not owned by, affiliated with or supervised by Schwab. Mention should not be construed as a recommendation, endorsement of, or sponsorship by Schwab. The views expressed are those of the third party and are provided for informational purposes only. Clients should evaluate an RIA based on their own particular needs. 

©2023 Charles Schwab & Co., Inc. All rights reserved. Member SIPC. (1023-34LG)

Independent Difference Holly

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Why talk with an independent advisor?

Super: Terry P. Independent Advisor Since 2021

As an independent financial advisor, I stand by these promises.

Super: Mary L. Independent Advisor Since 2015

As a fiduciary, I promise to be the financial steward that you and your family need.

Super: Matt H. Independent Advisor Since 1999

I promise to put your long-term financial well-being above any short-term transaction.

Super: Holly M. Independent Advisor Since 2015

Everyone has a “big picture.” My job is to help you invest in yours.

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Charles Schwab is proud to support the independent financial advisors who are passionately dedicated to helping people achieve their financial goals.

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LOGO with OWN YOUR TOMORROW tagline

Voiceover and text on screen: 
Visit FindYourIndependentAdvisor.com

Text disclosure:
These advisors custody with Schwab Advisor Services™ and were not compensated for their comments. Schwab paid travel related costs. 

Schwab Advisor Services™ provides custody, trading, and the support services of Charles Schwab & Co., Inc. (“Schwab”), to independent investment advisors and Charles Schwab Investment Management, Inc. (“CSIM”). Independent investment advisors are not owned by, affiliated with or supervised by Schwab. Mention should not be construed as a recommendation, endorsement of, or sponsorship by Schwab. The views expressed are those of the third party and are provided for informational purposes only. Clients should evaluate an RIA based on their own particular needs. 

©2023 Charles Schwab & Co., Inc. All rights reserved. Member SIPC. (1023-34LG)
 
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Independent Difference: Steward

OPEN ON ADVISOR MAKING A PROMISE TO CAMERA.

Text that appears on screen: 
Why talk with an independent advisor?

Super: Terry P. Independent Advisor Since 2021

As an independent financial advisor, I stand by these promises.

Super: Mary L. Independent Advisor Since 2015

As a fiduciary, I promise to be the financial steward that you and your family need.

Super: Matt H. Independent Advisor Since 1999

I promise to put your long-term financial well-being above any short-term transaction.

Super: Holly M. Independent Advisor Since 2015

Everyone has a “big picture.” My job is to help you invest in yours.

Voice Over: 
Charles Schwab is proud to support the independent financial advisors who are passionately dedicated to helping people achieve their financial goals.

End Card - Graphics on screen: 
LOGO with OWN YOUR TOMORROW tagline

Voiceover and text on screen: 
Visit FindYourIndependentAdvisor.com

Text disclosure:
These advisors custody with Schwab Advisor Services™ and were not compensated for their comments. Schwab paid travel related costs. 

Schwab Advisor Services™ provides custody, trading, and the support services of Charles Schwab & Co., Inc. (“Schwab”), to independent investment advisors and Charles Schwab Investment Management, Inc. (“CSIM”). Independent investment advisors are not owned by, affiliated with or supervised by Schwab. Mention should not be construed as a recommendation, endorsement of, or sponsorship by Schwab. The views expressed are those of the third party and are provided for informational purposes only. Clients should evaluate an RIA based on their own particular needs. 

©2023 Charles Schwab & Co., Inc. All rights reserved. Member SIPC. (1023-34LG)
 

Independent Difference Terry

Why does it matter if your advisor is independent?

Many independent advisory firms are owned by the individual advisors who run them, so they forge deep, personal relationships and have a strong sense of accountability to their clients.

Benefits of independence

Every investor should ask questions.

Whether triggered by a life event or evolving goals, many people reach a point where they need more from their financial advisor. To learn what questions you should ask your advisor, visit:

Choosing the right advisor

Additional resources for investors.

Explore the benefits of working with independent Registered Investment Advisors through videos, white papers, content from leading financial publications, and step-by-step guides.

A Different Kind Of Relationship

How an Independent Financial Advisor Can Help You Retire

Five Key Benefits Of Independent Financial Advisors

Find a local independent financial advisor.

Find a local advisor

Once you have finished identifying your investment goals and preferences, and are ready to interview advisors, search for independent advisors in your area by using our directory and entering a five-digit ZIP code.

These advisors custody with Schwab Advisor Services™ and were not compensated for their comments. Schwab paid travel-related costs.

The Independent Difference campaign is brought to you compliments of Charles Schwab & Co., Inc. The sole purpose of this campaign is to help educate investors about working with an RIA. Clients should evaluate an RIA based on their own particular needs.

Each Registered Investment Advisor (“RIA”) in the Directory is responsible for the content of its own listing, has voluntarily agreed to be included, and does not pay or receive any compensation from Schwab to include their listing in the Directory. However, Schwab does benefit from RIAs opening client accounts and maintaining their client accounts with Schwab. RIAs may have multiple listings if they operate from multiple office locations.

Schwab Advisor Services serves independent investment advisors and includes the custody, trading, and support services of Schwab. Independent investment advisors are not owned by, affiliated with, or supervised by Schwab. Charles Schwab & Co., Inc. (“Schwab”), Member SIPC., is a separate but affiliated company and subsidiary of The Charles Schwab Corporation. (0324-NBYY)

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