So that you know you are working with a person that is legally obligated to: always place their clients’ interests first, fully disclose all sources of compensation, and any potential conflicts of interest. ( A signed fiduciary oath may help prevent a scenario like the one described in question #1 from occurring in the first place.)  NAPFA advisors are required to sign a fiduciary oath. (NAPFA.ORG)

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