SIOUXFALLS, South Dakota – Financial advisors in Illinois have an average review score of 4.3, below the national average (4.4).
Countless Americans entrust financial advisors with their financial well-being and the management of their finances. Interestingly, the choice of a financial advisor is often made through a brief internet search rather than through personal endorsements. This means that millions of Americans could be entrusting their entire financial positions on a person who appeared on a search result, rather than a personal recommendation or other source.
www.MarketBeat.com carried out a study of Google review scores of financial advisors across America to identify where are the best and worst advisors. The implications of this study are important; selecting a financial advisor is not a trivial decision. The impact of their advice and strategy permeates the financial future of their clients, often shaping their long-term economic outcomes. The average Google review score nationally was 4.4.
The top 10 best cities for financial advisors:
1. Wilmington, Delaware: 4.9
2. Aberdeen, South Dakota: 4.8
3. Boise, Idaho: 4.8
4. Wichita, Kansas: 4.8
5. Omaha, Nebraska: 4.8
6. Albany, New York: 4.8
7. Bartlesville, Oklahoma: 4.8
8. Oklahoma City, Oklahoma: 4.8
9. Tulsa, Oklahoma: 4.8
10. Sioux Falls, South Dakota: 4.8
The bottom 10 worst cities for financial advisors:
1. Big Spring, Texas: 4.2
2. Alice, Texas: 4.3
3. Oak Ridge, Tennessee: 4.3
4. Murfreesboro. Tennessee: 4.3
5. Kingsport, Tennessee: 4.3
6. Jackson, Tennessee: 4.3
7. Cookeville, Tennessee: 4.3
8. Chattanooga, Tennessee: 4.3
9. Columbia; South Carolina: 4.3
10. Bristol, Rhode Island: 4.3
Interestingly, while the most highly rated financial advisors are spread across the country, particularly striking is the discovery that 8 out of the 10 worst cities for financial advisors are located in just two states: Texas and Tennessee, suggesting regional disparities in client experiences and satisfaction.
Just 1 Illinois city (Naperville) was rated as above average when it comes to financial advice – the rest placed below the national average of 4.4. Here are their national positions, and average Google review scores (4.3 overall):
107. Naperville: 4.5
191. Chicago: 4.3
200. Springfield: 4.3
204. Peoria: 4.2
Matt Paulson, founder of www.MarketBeat.com , commented on the findings, saying, “Our study sheds light on the fascinating dynamics of trust in the digital age. The critical takeaway for consumers is to remember that while an online review is a useful tool, it should be the starting point, not the end, of finding a financial advisor. We encourage clients to engage in comprehensive research and consider all aspects of an advisor’s practice. After all, this is about your financial future, and it deserves more than just a quick Google search.”