Personal Financial Advisors

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Advise clients on how to use or save their money.

Personal Financial Advisors use their knowledge of taxes, insurance, investments, and real estate to advise clients on the best ways to spend or save their money. They listen to people's financial goals and give advice.

Wages	$41.89 per hour on average
Demand	High Demand
Outlook	The outlook is Good
Education & Training	Bachelor's degree is typically required.
Related Programs (Current training programs available)	Accounting and Business/Management Accounting and Finance Actuarial Science Finance, General Insurance
On the Job	Work Activities Interview clients to gather financial information. Implement financial decisions. Develop business relationships. Analyze market conditions or trends. Identify strategic business investment opportunities. Confer with others about financial matters. Advise others on financial matters. Recommend investments to clients. Educate clients on financial planning topics. Interpret financial information for others.
Career Pathways	Securities and Investments
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