Seasoned, active portfolio management financial advisors in Fargo, ND
The right financial advisor for you depends on how you weigh location, expertise, experience, the clients they typically serve, and how they work with you.
If you want to grow your investments actively rather than just buy and hold, you need an advisor who understands when to adjust your portfolio based on market changes. Without this expertise, you might miss opportunities or take on risks that don't fit your goals. Seasoned advisors bring years of experience managing portfolios through different market cycles, helping you navigate ups and downs with confidence.
- Market timing insight. Ask how they decide when to buy or sell assets to capture gains or limit losses.
- Risk adjustment approach. Confirm how they tailor portfolio changes to your comfort with market swings.
- Sector and regional knowledge. In Fargo's energy-driven economy, check how they incorporate local market trends into decisions.
- Experience with diverse markets. Seasoned advisors should demonstrate success managing portfolios through various economic conditions.
Here are top matches to get you started. Review each profile to compare experience, credentials, and approach.
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Gary J
Series 63, Series 65
Fargo, ND
Colliers Securities LLC
Gary Johnson offers seasoned expertise in active portfolio management with 43 years of industry experience and Series 63 and 65 credentials, making him well-equipped to navigate market changes in Fargo's energy-driven economy. His firm, Colliers Securities LLC, serves a diverse client base including trusts and pension plans, providing both fee-based advisory and discretionary wrap programs with a fee structure up to 2.5% annually, distinguishing him from other advisors by combining extensive experience with flexible investment solutions.
Experience: 44 years
Avg account: $337,585
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Mark J
Series 63, Series 65
Fargo, ND
Merrill
Mark Johnson offers seasoned expertise in active portfolio management with 41 years of experience and credentials including Series 63 and 65, making him well-equipped to navigate Fargo's market dynamics. Affiliated with Merrill, a large firm known for tax-efficient strategies and diverse client services, he caters to mid-career professionals and HENRY clients, charging a 1.10% AUM fee for managed strategies under $2 million.
Experience: 41 years
Avg account: $860,085
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Chad Z
Series 63, Series 65
West Fargo, ND
Commonwealth Financial Network
Chad Zimmerman offers seasoned expertise in active portfolio management with 27 years of experience and credentials including Series 63 and 65. Operating from West Fargo, ND, he provides flat-fee consulting options and access to customizable portfolio solutions through Commonwealth Financial Network, a large firm known for comprehensive back-office support and discretionary model portfolios, distinguishing him from advisors with less firm infrastructure or fee flexibility.
Experience: 27 years
Avg account: $568,323
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