Fee-only financial advisors work only for their clients and are compensated by a previously agreed upon fee from the client. They do not accept commissions or compensation from any other source nor do they sell insurance. For this reason, fee-only planners are able to be completely objective in their evaluation and are free to recommend a course of action based solely on strategic financial considerations and cost-effectiveness for each client.

The National Association of Personal Financial Advisors (NAPFA) is the largest organization of "fee-only" planners in the country. Independent Financial Advisors is proud to be a member of this nationally respected group. By choosing a financial advisor who is a member of NAPFA, you can be assured that your planner has achieved a high level of competency and adheres to a stringent standard of ethics.

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NAPFA Code of Ethics
Recognizing our fiduciary responsibility to clients and the public, NAPFA Members uphold the highest standards of care in the industry by espousing and practicing:

Objectivity
Complete Disclosure
Integrity and Honesty
Competence
Confidentiality
Fairness and Suitability
Professionalism, and
Regulatory Compliance.

NAPFA Fiduciary Oath
I shall act in good faith and in my client’s best interest at all times.
I shall provide written disclosure to my client of any conflicts of interest that may compromise my impartiality or independence.
I shall not accept any referral fees or compensation that is contingent upon the purchase or sale of a financial product.

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