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As of May 2026, RatingsNearMe ranks 19 financial advisors in Columbia, MD by verified customer ratings and review volume. The highest-rated is Blueprint Wealth Management with a 5.0-star rating from 72 verified reviews. Also in the top tier: Ibello Wealth Management and Beacon Pointe Advisors. The average rating across all listed financial advisors in Columbia is 4.9 stars from 13 reviews per business on average.

Financial advisors in Columbia typically charge 0.5–1.5% of assets under management annually, or $200–$500/hr fee-only.

Rankings updated May 17, 2026 · Scored by ratings (35%), review volume (30%), sentiment (20%), completeness (10%), availability (5%) · Not paid placement.

Local Market Snapshot

19

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4.9★

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13

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May 17, 2026

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Top Rated Financial Advisors

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Blueprint Wealth Management

5.0(72 reviews)

5026 Dorsey Hall Dr #105, Ellicott City, MD 21042, USA

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Ibello Wealth Management

5.0(65 reviews)

10440 Little Patuxent Pkwy Suite 300, Columbia, MD 21044, USA

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Beacon Pointe Advisors

4.9(27 reviews)

6811 Benjamin Franklin Dr #100, Columbia, MD 21046, USA

Financial Advisors Rankings in Columbia, MD

#BusinessRatingReviews
#1Blueprint Wealth Management5026 Dorsey Hall Dr #105, Ellicott City, MD 21042, USA5.072
#2Ibello Wealth Management10440 Little Patuxent Pkwy Suite 300, Columbia, MD 21044, USA5.065
#3Beacon Pointe Advisors6811 Benjamin Franklin Dr #100, Columbia, MD 21046, USA4.927
#4Heritage Financial Advisors, LLC8850 Columbia 100 Pkwy #314, Columbia, MD 21045, USA5.04
#5Janoskie Financial & Associates10805 Hickory Ridge Rd #215, Columbia, MD 21044, USA5.01
#6Brightworks Wealth Management, LLC10440 Little Patuxent Pkwy #100, Columbia, MD 21044, USA5.015
#7Merrill Lynch Wealth Management10320 Little Patuxent Pkwy Suite 1000, Columbia, MD 21044, USA3.73
#8Benjamin James - Private Wealth Advisor, Ameriprise Financial Services, LLC8825 Stanford Blvd Ste 200, Columbia, MD 21045, USA5.02
#9Offit Advisors - Columbia6990 Columbia Gateway Dr Suite 150, Columbia, MD 21046, USA5.01
#10Elite Income Advisors6011 University Blvd suite 350, Ellicott City, MD 21043, USA5.011

Ranked by verified ratings & review volume · Data from Google Business listings · Updated May 2026

All Financial Advisors in Columbia

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Heritage Financial Advisors, LLC

5.0· 4 reviews

8850 Columbia 100 Pkwy #314, Columbia, MD 21045, USA

5

Janoskie Financial & Associates

5.0· 1 reviews

10805 Hickory Ridge Rd #215, Columbia, MD 21044, USA

6

Brightworks Wealth Management, LLC

5.0· 15 reviews

10440 Little Patuxent Pkwy #100, Columbia, MD 21044, USA

7

Merrill Lynch Wealth Management

3.7· 3 reviews

10320 Little Patuxent Pkwy Suite 1000, Columbia, MD 21044, USA

8

Benjamin James - Private Wealth Advisor, Ameriprise Financial Services, LLC

5.0· 2 reviews

8825 Stanford Blvd Ste 200, Columbia, MD 21045, USA

9

Offit Advisors - Columbia

5.0· 1 reviews

6990 Columbia Gateway Dr Suite 150, Columbia, MD 21046, USA

10

Elite Income Advisors

5.0· 11 reviews

6011 University Blvd suite 350, Ellicott City, MD 21043, USA

11

Centennial Wealth Management

5.0· 3 reviews

8825 Stanford Blvd Ste 200, Columbia, MD 21045, USA

12

369 Financial

5.0· 13 reviews

5457 Twin Knolls Rd Suite 300, Columbia, MD 21045, USA

13

Pointer Financial Advisors

5.0· 1 reviews

10500 Little Patuxent Pkwy #460, Columbia, MD 21044, USA

14

Evergreen Advisors

5.0· 1 reviews

10440 Little Patuxent Pkwy 12th Floor, Columbia, MD 21044, USA

15

Athlon Wealth Advisors, LLC

5.0· 2 reviews

10715 Little Patuxent Pkwy #120, Columbia, MD 21044, USA

16

InvestEd Advisory

4.7· 9 reviews

10320 Little Patuxent Pkwy #930, Columbia, MD 21044, USA

17

Metropolitan Wealth Advisors

5.0· 1 reviews

6811 Benjamin Franklin Dr suite 160, Columbia, MD 21046, USA

18

Margaux Hrab - Financial Advisor, Ameriprise Financial Services, LLC

5.0· 3 reviews

10440 Little Patuxent Pkwy Ste 338, Columbia, MD 21044, USA

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NIV Advisors

5.0· 11 reviews

6395 Dobbin Rd #102, Columbia, MD 21045, USA

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Frequently Asked Questions — Financial Advisors in Columbia

What is a fiduciary financial advisor and why does it matter in Columbia?

A fiduciary is legally required to act in your interest at all times. Non-fiduciary advisors (like some broker-dealers) only need to recommend "suitable" products, which may earn them higher commissions. Before hiring any financial advisor in Columbia, ask directly: "Are you a fiduciary 100% of the time?" If they hesitate, keep looking.

How do I verify a financial advisor is registered and legitimate?

Use FINRA BrokerCheck (finra.org/brokercheck) to verify licenses and check for complaints or disciplinary actions. For Registered Investment Advisors, search SEC's IAPD at adviserinfo.sec.gov. CFP credentials can be verified at cfp.net/verify. These are free public tools — always check before handing over your finances.

How do financial advisors charge for their services in Columbia?

Three main structures: (1) Fee-only — flat fee, hourly ($200–$500/hr), or a percentage of assets under management (typically 0.5–1.5% annually) with no commissions; (2) Fee-based — advisory fee plus commissions on products they sell; (3) Commission-only — free to meet, they earn commissions on products. Fee-only is the most transparent and avoids conflicts of interest.

What credentials should I look for in a financial advisor?

CFP (Certified Financial Planner) is the gold standard for comprehensive financial planning. CFA (Chartered Financial Analyst) is strongest for investment management. CPWA, ChFC, and RICP are recognized specializations. Avoid "advisor" titles without credentials — the term is unregulated. Verify any credential directly with the issuing organization.

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About This Financial Advisors Directory — Columbia, MD

This page lists and ranks 19 financial advisors serving Columbia, MD as of May 2026. The average verified rating across all listings is 4.9 stars, with an average of 13 customer reviews per business. The top-ranked financial advisors in Columbia by our algorithm is Blueprint Wealth Management (5.0 stars, 72 reviews). Financial advisors in Columbia typically charge 0.5–1.5% of assets under management annually, or $200–$500/hr fee-only.

RatingsNearMe uses a transparent, data-driven ranking algorithm that weighs star rating (35%), review volume (30%), customer sentiment analysis (20%), profile completeness (10%), and availability signals (5%). Rankings are not for sale — Featured Partner businesses pay for enhanced visibility but must earn their position through real customer reviews. Data sourced from Google Business listings and updated regularly.

How to choose a financial advisors in Columbia: Look for businesses with 4.5+ stars, 50+ reviews, proper licensing and insurance, and transparent pricing. Get at least 3 quotes for any project over $500. Verify credentials with the MD licensing board before hiring.

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