Does being a fiduciary financial advisor REALLY matter – or is it “meh?”
Sara Grillo
AUGUST 14, 2023
If their sole method of compensation is a product, and/or they are taking commissions, then in reality it is less likely they are embracing all the values that the standard requires. Commissions are opaque. But if they are acting in the capacity of a broker or agent then they are not bound to follow the fiduciary standard.
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