Choosing a financial advisor is an important decision which shouldn’t be taken lightly. There are a multitude of factors you should consider before you decide on who will be helping you on your road to retirement and financial independence.

In some cases you may know someone or be related to someone who is in fact a financial advisor. You may even be tempted to solicit them to be your personal advisor to handle your retirement and estate planning needs. Take it from me, you don’t want your friends or family handling your finances, or any other part of your life.