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Financial Advisors Near You in Hayward, CA
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As of May 2026, RatingsNearMe ranks 12 financial advisors in Hayward, CA by verified customer ratings and review volume. The highest-rated is Summit Wealth & Retirement Partners with a 5.0-star rating from 42 verified reviews. Also in the top tier: Babylon Wealth Management and Schneider Wealth Management. The average rating across all listed financial advisors in Hayward is 5 stars from 7 reviews per business on average.
Financial advisors in Hayward 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.
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Top Rated Financial Advisors
Summit Wealth & Retirement Partners
2000 Crow Canyon Pl Suite 410, San Ramon, CA 94583, USA
Babylon Wealth Management
1501 N Broadway Suite 204, Walnut Creek, CA 94596, USA
Schneider Wealth Management
2995 Woodside Rd #400, Woodside, CA 94062, USA
Financial Advisors Rankings in Hayward, CA
| # | Business | Rating | Reviews |
|---|---|---|---|
| #1 | Summit Wealth & Retirement Partners2000 Crow Canyon Pl Suite 410, San Ramon, CA 94583, USA | 5.0★ | 42 |
| #2 | Babylon Wealth Management1501 N Broadway Suite 204, Walnut Creek, CA 94596, USA | 5.0★ | 6 |
| #3 | Schneider Wealth Management2995 Woodside Rd #400, Woodside, CA 94062, USA | 5.0★ | 5 |
| #4 | Choy & Associates25222 Cypress Ave, Hayward, CA 94544, USA | 5.0★ | 1 |
| #5 | U.S. Bancorp Advisors - Financial Advisors: Hayward987 B St, Hayward, CA 94541, USA | — | — |
| #6 | Sierra Pacific Private Wealth, LLC7077 Koll Center Pkwy #120, Pleasanton, CA 94566, USA | 4.8★ | 6 |
| #7 | Merrill Investment & Retirement Financial Center1253 A St, Hayward, CA 94541, USA | — | — |
| #8 | Hawley Advisors1600 S Main St #190, Walnut Creek, CA 94596, USA | 5.0★ | 1 |
| #9 | Top Tier Financial2605 Oliver Dr, Hayward, CA 94545, USA | 5.0★ | 2 |
| #10 | Edward Jones - Financial Advisor: Umberto Leone, CFP®|CAP®|ChSNC®|AAMS®2485 Salvio St, Concord, CA 94520, USA | 5.0★ | 3 |
Ranked by verified ratings & review volume · Data from Google Business listings · Updated May 2026
All Financial Advisors in Hayward
Choy & Associates
25222 Cypress Ave, Hayward, CA 94544, USA
U.S. Bancorp Advisors - Financial Advisors: Hayward
987 B St, Hayward, CA 94541, USA
Sierra Pacific Private Wealth, LLC
7077 Koll Center Pkwy #120, Pleasanton, CA 94566, USA
Merrill Investment & Retirement Financial Center
1253 A St, Hayward, CA 94541, USA
Hawley Advisors
1600 S Main St #190, Walnut Creek, CA 94596, USA
Top Tier Financial
2605 Oliver Dr, Hayward, CA 94545, USA
Edward Jones - Financial Advisor: Umberto Leone, CFP®|CAP®|ChSNC®|AAMS®
2485 Salvio St, Concord, CA 94520, USA
Terry Allen CFP - Financial Advisor
700 Ygnacio Valley Rd Suite 200, Walnut Creek, CA 94596, USA
Allworth Financial
1676 N California Blvd UNIT 410, Walnut Creek, CA 94596, USA
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Frequently Asked Questions — Financial Advisors in Hayward
What is a fiduciary financial advisor and why does it matter in Hayward?
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 Hayward, 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 Hayward?
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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Editorial notice: Ratings are based on publicly available data from Google Business listings. Consumers should independently verify licensing, insurance, and credentials before hiring any service provider. Last updated: May 17, 2026.
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