What Does it Mean to be a Fiduciary?
What Does It Mean To Be A Fiduciary?
As a Fiduciary, Your Investment Advisor has the Duty to:
Make full and fair disclosure of all material facts, particularly where the advisor's interests may conflict with the client's
Have a reasonable, independent basis for their investment advice
Obtain best execution for clients' securities transactions where the advisor is in a position to direct brokerage transactions
Ensure that investment advice is suitable to the client's objectives, needs and circumstances
Refrain from effecting personal securities transactions inconsistent with client's interest
Be loyal to clients
An advisor will be measured against a higher standard of conduct.