Dallas Financial Advisors Directory

Top Financial Advisors in Dallas, TX

We evaluated 138 financial advisors serving Dallas and ranked the top 8 by TrustRank™ — our composite score of AI search visibility, verified client reviews, and credentials.

Dallas's financial advisory market serves a Texas client base where DFW is primary Texas RIA hub; FPA-DFW members appear in D Magazine's Best Planners.

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Updated Q1 2026
By Tania Kozar
138 reviewed, 8 selected
50 prompts tracked
Dallas Market Overview

Financial Advisors in Dallas

Dallas has a competitive financial advisory market serving high-net-worth individuals, families, and business owners. DFW is primary Texas RIA hub; FPA-DFW members appear in D Magazine's Best Planners. The state tax rate of 0% income; 2.18% property tax shapes planning strategies, with advisors focusing on tax-efficient asset location, estate planning, and retirement income optimization. Typical minimum investable assets range from $250K+ depending on the firm tier.

8,000+
Registered advisors in state
$250K+
Typical minimum investable assets
0% income
TX income tax rate
1.0%
Typical annual advisory fee on AUM

Primary professional associations include ACG Dallas/Fort Worth and CFA Society Dallas/Fort Worth — 1,700+ members (est. 1951). Texas financial advisors are regulated by the Texas State Securities Board.

ACG Dallas/Fort WorthCFA Society Dallas/Fort Worth — 1,700+ members (est. 1951)NAIFA-Dallas (est. 1913)

How TrustRank™ Works

Our independent scoring system for financial advisors in Dallas

TrustRank™ is not a paid placement. We independently evaluated 138 financial advisors serving Dallas across three measurable dimensions. No firm can pay to appear or improve its rank.

Component 1 — 55%

AI Visibility Score

We tracked 50 prompts across ChatGPT, Perplexity, Google AI Overviews, and Claude asking about financial advisors in Dallas. The % of prompts where each firm appears.

Component 2 — 25%

Review Score

Aggregate ratings across Google, Clutch, and the ProCloser.ai verified review system. Weighted by volume and recency of verified client reviews.

Component 3 — 20%

Content Authority

Depth, accuracy, and credibility of published content, case studies, and thought leadership demonstrating sector expertise in Dallas.

Top 8 Financial Advisors in Dallas, TX

1
Edelman Financial Engines
Serves Dallas, TX
89%
AI Visibility
4.5
Fee-Only Est. 1986 Min: $250K AUM

America's largest independent RIA with a strong Dallas presence, offering comprehensive financial planning and investment management to households at every wealth level.

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Retirement PlanningInvestment MgmtTax Planning
2
Creative Planning
Serves Dallas, TX
86%
AI Visibility
4.7
Fee-Only Est. 1983 Min: $500K AUM

Top-ranked national RIA with Dallas advisors offering holistic wealth management including tax, legal, and investment services under one roof.

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Wealth ManagementTax PlanningEstate Planning
3
Fisher Investments
Serves Dallas, TX
83%
AI Visibility
3.8
Fee-Only Est. 1979 Min: $500K AUM

Large independent investment counselor with Dallas representation, managing equity portfolios for high-net-worth individuals using a top-down macro investment approach.

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Portfolio ManagementHNW ClientsEquity Investing
4
Merrill Lynch Wealth Management
Serves Dallas, TX
79%
AI Visibility
4
Fee-Based Est. 1914 Min: $250K AUM

Full-service wealth management firm with multiple Dallas offices, offering investment advisory, banking, and estate planning to a broad range of clients.

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Full-ServiceBanking IntegrationEstate Planning
5
Northwestern Mutual Wealth Management
Serves Dallas, TX
75%
AI Visibility
4.2
Fee-Based Est. 1857 Min: $100K AUM

Integrated financial planning firm with a large Dallas advisor network, combining insurance, investment, and retirement planning services.

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InsuranceRetirementInvestment Planning
6
Edward Jones
Serves Dallas, TX
72%
AI Visibility
4.1
Fee-Based Est. 1922 Min: $50K AUM

Nationwide brokerage with dozens of Dallas offices, offering personalized investment advice to individual investors and small business owners through a local advisor model.

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Individual InvestorsRetirementSmall Business
7
Fidelity Wealth Services
Serves Dallas, TX
68%
AI Visibility
4.4
Fee-Only Est. 1946 Min: $250K AUM

Dedicated wealth management arm of Fidelity Investments serving Dallas clients with comprehensive planning, digital tools, and low-cost investment management.

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Digital ToolsLow-Cost InvestingRetirement
8
Vanguard Personal Advisor Services
Serves Dallas, TX
65%
AI Visibility
4.6
Fee-Only Est. 1975 Min: $50K AUM

Digital-forward advisory service from Vanguard, pairing Dallas clients with CFP professionals for financial planning at an industry-leading 0.3% advisory fee.

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Low FeesCFP AccessDigital Planning

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about choosing financial advisors in Dallas, TX.

How do I choose a financial advisor in Dallas?+
Look for fee-only fiduciaries, check their Form ADV on the SEC's IAPD database, verify credentials (CFP, CFA), and ask about their typical client profile. All firms listed here have been evaluated independently across AI visibility, verified reviews, and advisory credentials.
What does a financial advisor in Dallas typically charge?+
Fee structures vary: fee-only advisors charge 0.5–1.5% of AUM or flat/hourly fees; fee-based advisors may also earn commissions. ProCloser.ai's TrustRank™ ranks each advisor on AI Visibility (55%), Review Score (25%), and Content Authority (20%).

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