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reddit.com › r/commercialsihate › fisher investments: we’re a fiduciary, you fools!
r/CommercialsIHate on Reddit: Fisher Investments: We’re a Fiduciary, YOU FOOLS!
November 28, 2024 -

They might be the most trustworthy financial investment company ever. I get it their sales pitch is they only make money when their clients make money (why do I suspect neither of these are 100% true?)

I just can’t STAND how smug and pathetic phony the actors they have delivering the sales pitch. I wouldn’t buy a block of ice from these douche-bags.

And to make it even worse they play this annoying percussionist background music every time an actor playing the sucke——EEEEER “prospective investor who looks like they are over 80” asks a question of one of these wax figures as to indicate to the viewer “these idiots are about to get owned by out master genius “MBA” financial advisor experts.

Fisher Investments I could care less whether or not you have my best interests in mind: I’d just as soon drop off my life savings to my cousin Dereck to invest in bitcoin and the Super Bowl line than do business with a company that makes such pretentious commercials!

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reddit.com › r/financialcareers › anyone worked as an account executive as fisher investments?
r/FinancialCareers on Reddit: Anyone worked as an account executive as Fisher Investments?
August 25, 2021 -

Recently graduated college and I have an upcoming interview with fisher investments. I have heard very different things about this job, some love it, some hate it. I would like to know if this job is commission based or salary based with commission? I am just starting out in the industry but any input would be helpful. In addition how is the interview process? Thanks in advance!

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I personally do not work at Fisher, but I have relatives who work there. It IS a grind house, but it's absolutely rewarding financially if you want to make money. $140k+ first year was a cakewalk (Salary was about 36k lol). There are some people there that stay in the role of just booking meetings for others to close... and those individuals are making $200-300k annually just for booking meetings for the closers to... well... close.... Average closers are easily making $500k+ (OTE) and never have to cold-call a client. No lie. Top closers are making well over $1mil (Some multiple millions) for closing huge investment deals. It's a wild place.
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Horribly toxic company. It's basically a Big Brother atmosphere where everyone is on the verge of having a meltdown and there's no one to trust. Almost ruined my career by taking a chance with them. The positive reviews you get are the few people who click with exactly what they want robotically, any deviation will be ridiculed and your job security will constantly be threatened. Even when I got a bonus for my work I was assuming the meeting was about firing me because they instilled such a sense of fear in me I assumed any private meeting with a manager was going to be about chatising me. They're also racist and I had situations where I could have brought action towards them if I was the kind of person to get litigious (which I'm not). Avoid them at all costs. I'd look into other companies. None are perfect but some are better than others. Jones, Merrill, Principal - those are ones that are better imo with decent training programs.
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reddit.com › r/cfp › pay thoughts
r/CFP on Reddit: Pay thoughts
August 11, 2023 -

Hi all,

I have worked for a year and a half in the industry as a Paraplanner. I have my Health and Life Licensures as well as my SIE. My current firm is paying for me to obtain my Series 7 and 66 next (should be June). Fisher investments reached out to me offering me 125K to become an Investment Consultant and move to FL. My wife does not want to and I told them no because family means more than anything. However, right now I am making 67,300 plus bonus of 1500 so total of 68,800. Should I try to leverage this opportunity for a raise or should I wait until I become licensed in June and then try and leverage for raise? Context: I’ve worked here for 7 months so I get it’s early but I can’t keep turning down 6 figs for staying.

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reddit.com › r/financialcareers › fisher investments. thoughts?
r/FinancialCareers on Reddit: Fisher investments. thoughts?
June 3, 2023 -

Hey y’all I’m looking for some feed back from some current or past employees of fisher investments. Recently I have been contacted for the investment counselor position. Does anyone have experience as an IC or know what a general work week looks like?

Just a bit of background on me - I have about 4 years of experience in financial services with large custodians but have never worked for a relatively small (in comparison) RIA. The recruiter said base should be between 75/85k is that a competitive salary internally?

It seems this role would fit into my goals and aspirations but from what I’ve read so far on Reddit I get a little worried about the culture. If someone has worked as IC or understand that role your insight would be greatly appreciated.

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reddit.com › r/financialcareers › fisher investments-client service associate
r/FinancialCareers on Reddit: Fisher Investments-Client Service Associate
September 29, 2018 -

So I just had an interview earlier this week about a CSA position. I’m a soon to be college grad next month, and I’m wondering what the hiring process is like. I passed the phone interview, and did an in person interview (which went fantastic). I’m wondering how much is left within the hiring process? I’m looking to start in January, and need to have an offer in order to get approved for an apartment.

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reddit.com › r/financialplanning › be very careful before using fisher investments
r/FinancialPlanning on Reddit: Be Very Careful Before Using Fisher Investments
March 8, 2025 -

I found a white paper online that I wanted to read, so I gave my contact info to Fisher to access it. Almost immediately they started calling and emailing me. I eventually picked up one of their calls just because I was curious. The guy from Fisher pitched me on managing my money in their fund. My first question was “How did your fund perform last year?” He said 21% gain after fees. I pointed out that S&P ETFs ($SPY) grew at about 25%. He wouldn’t believe me. He kept insisting that the S&P was only up 18% in 2024.

It’s one thing to be wrong, but this guy was so confident in his wrong information. He was either lying or had no idea what he was doing. Either way, it’s a big red flag for Fisher.

Find elsewhere
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reddit.com › r/cfp › fisher investment counselor versus junior advisor at a small ria
Fisher investment counselor versus junior advisor at a small RIA : r/CFP
February 10, 2023 - You don't make any plans at all at Fisher. Your job is to sell clients on the 1 portfolio they have and then keep them invested. If a client fires you, you get paid less bonus. 30-35k is a lot of money it's why I went in the first place lol. ... It’s also 50 hour work weeks.
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reddit.com › r/cfp › thoughts on joining fisher investments as an advisor?
r/CFP on Reddit: Thoughts on joining Fisher Investments as an advisor?
December 19, 2024 -

I am looking for a new BD to join as an advisor either on a team or independent but would prefer to join a team. Do you all have any insight on how advisors are compensated? Just salary, commission based on AUM, or planning fee or combo? Also wanted insight on how much help you get growing your book or are you completely on your own? I have 3 years of experience working doing internal work for a team at a different BD but want to step into an advisor role. I passed the SIE, Series 7, Series 66, and LAH in mid 2024.

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reddit.com › r/investing › leaving fisher for wealthsimple was a two month journey from hell
r/investing on Reddit: Leaving Fisher for Wealthsimple Was a Two Month Journey from Hell
January 24, 2025 -

After dropping $73,000 in Fisher Investments’s fees I decided to move my accounts in-kind to Wealthsimple.

To say that Fisher doesn’t like seeing assets leave after 7+ years is an understatement. They did everything to stall including trading in my accounts after formally acknowledging the end of the relationship.

It took letters to their Global Chief Compliance Officer and the President of Fidelity Clearing Canada (the custodian) to get things moving.

With my accounts in “limbo” between Fisher and Wealthsimple, I was effectively locked out of the market during a period of extreme volatility — unable to trade and unsure of what to do about it.

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reddit.com › r/cfp › fisher investments ic tampa
Fisher investments IC Tampa : r/CFP
January 27, 2025 - I’ve been an IC at Fisher for three years. Was at a few others earlier. For me the structure is big. I like that I can focus on relationship management and delegate to our financial planning and operations people. Comp progression has been solid and you can't beat the benefits. It isn't all fun, but for me there are more pros than cons. It’s not an easy job and some people can’t hack it. Not for those who don't want to work hard—you’ll get flushed out.
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reddit.com › r/financialcareers › fisher investments-second interview
r/FinancialCareers on Reddit: Fisher Investments-second interview
September 27, 2025 -

Hello everyone! I am a history major with a minor in business currently in my senior year.

I was able to get a second interview with Fisher Investments and I am so nervous! Could anyone give me some tips for the hiring process? Some of my fraternal brothers have told me to give clear examples and be able to explain my experience, but are there any more things I should consider?

Thank you!

Edit: I apologize! I forgot to mention, I am interviewing for the Client Services Associate role.

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reddit.com › r/sales › fisher investments - rvp sales role
r/sales on Reddit: Fisher Investments - RVP Sales role
April 15, 2025 -

I’ve been contacted a couple of times by recruiters for this role. From reading all of the threads online, I feel I have a good understanding of the negatives of the gig and the various drawbacks.

From a pure compensation perspective I have heard you can do exceptionally well relatively quickly (2-3 years) in this role. If anyone has any experience in the RVP role or could share some of the pros on compensation, quality of the life, independence would be appreciated & interesting.

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Hey, I know a few RVPs at Fisher. I'm in the PNW area and recently got on board with them. They reach out to a lot of people and their interview process can be frustrating, but if you're certified, highly personable and fairly good looking, you can get the job. It's barely finance, almost completely relationship closing sales. You're absolutely right about compensation, one of my acquaintances lives in Bellevue and is probably turning over $1.5m W2's. That's not an exaggeration, I'm probably being conservative. If you're coming from a different role in finance, it is not comparable at all. You will not have any rights to your book of business. You only get paid on temporary trailers of fees applied to client net worth. (I make it sound like this is not good- it is a FANTASTIC pay plan, if there is one thing Fisher does well, it is pay you both in money and in benefits). You accrue very little time off, and will be going to appointments that you don't schedule. You have to rely on less tenured salespeople to qualify and set appointments that are worth your time, which doesn't always happen. If you can put up with Fisher minutiae, it's an incredible role that will create extraordinary wealth for you, provided you are capable of coming off as an extremely intelligent and well put together financial professional who will win the trust of who you're speaking to immediately. It is not a highly marketable role in the finance world, and many RVPs at Fisher do not leave as you are unlikely to be considered at high finance firms due to a lack of authentic experience and certification. I'm starting at Fisher soon in a different role and have spoken to a few RVPs and the story remains highly consistent. If you are being recruited for a good territory that is in a HCOL area, you will have an incredible and fruitful career. If you are going to Bozeman, you will be driving 6-8hrs a day for 2-3 appointments and likely will not be hitting the Fisher 7 figure salary in your time unless you become exceptional at closing and apply for a different territory.
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Really appreciate the intel. I have been contacted by them numerous times. Haven’t decided if it’s something I want to pursue or not. Just looking for some insights and again appreciate your thoughts.
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r/FinancialCareers on Reddit: Fisher Investments
July 2, 2024 -

I have a phone interview with Fisher for the Investment Counselor position in Plano, TX. From what I understand, it’s basically customer service where you act as an advisor and try to prevent clients from leaving. Which I am fine with doing, considering the pay is $75k plus bonus. Has anyone here worked for Fisher, or better yet, been in this role specifically? I’d like to know if it’s something I should avoid.

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reddit.com › r/investing › should i go with fisher investments?
r/investing on Reddit: Should I go with Fisher Investments?
December 17, 2024 -

These guys have been after me for a while. They talk about how they differ from other firms. I’m curious as to any opinions you all have of them.

I have about $1MM over at Fidelity they Fidelity manages at a ridiculously low commission (~0.5%). This year it made around 15%. The downside is limited selection of investment choices.

My wife has a similar amount in TSP, and last year, it made 20%. I don’t have this years’ number yet, but choices are even more limited.

There’s more piles of money around for us, but this is the sort of stuff I’d be willing to have them manage.

I’ve just retired, and my wife has a few years left. She can take an in-service distribution.

Realistically, what kind of return would I expect from these guys?