Ranked #1 in Madison
Based in Woodbridge, 16 mi away
69/100RFA Score
Ranked #1 because of its Google rating and specialty focus: 5.0★ from 196 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Financial planner”.
Financial Advisors in Madison, NJ: 2026 rankings
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The short answer
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Highest RFA Score in Madison: Jonathan Barrett CFP®, CLU®, ChFC®, RICP®, RPS®, RFA Score 69/100; 5.0★ from 196 Google reviews; open Saturdays until 12 PM.
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Most-reviewed: Citizens Debt Relief, 1,569 Google reviews at 4.7★, the most of 920 ranked; ranked #2.
Rankings can't be bought. Financial advisors can't pay to change their rank or score. How we rank
920 Madison financial advisors are ranked here by RFA Score, from eight published factors. 288 open Saturdays and 84 open Sundays, based on posted hours. The median Google rating is 4.5★ across 920 rated firms.
Top 10 financial advisors in Madison at a glance
Ranked by RFA Score from public data such as Google reviews, not by investment performance; sponsored listings are paid, shown separately and never change rank.
| Rank | Business | RFA Score | Google rating | Based in | Hours | Notable for |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Jonathan Barrett CFP®, CLU®, ChFC®, RICP®, RPS® | 69 | 5.0★ (196) | Woodbridge, 16 mi away | Sat · Evenings | Top score |
| 2 | Citizens Debt Relief | 69 | 4.7★ (1,569) | New York City, 23 mi away | — | Most reviews |
| 3 | The LTC Partnership | 69 | 4.9★ (57) | Morristown, 3 mi away | — | — |
| 4 | Falbo Wealth Management | 69 | 5.0★ (54) | New Providence, 5 mi away | — | — |
| 5 | The Debt Relief Company | 69 | 5.0★ (208) | Staten Island, 19 mi away | — | — |
| 6 | Prudent Financial Solutions, Inc. | 69 | 4.8★ (655) | New York City, 23 mi away | Sat · Evenings | — |
| 7 | Fairbridge Retirement Solutions LLC & Fairbridge Capital Management | 69 | 5.0★ (50) | Hanover, 4 mi away | — | — |
| 8 | Granite Wealth Partners | 69 | 5.0★ (75) | Hopatcong Hills, 10 mi away | — | — |
| 9 | E&Q Tax Accounting & Business Solutions | 68 | 4.8★ (396) | Hackensack, 21 mi away | — | — |
| 10 | Beacon Pointe Advisors | 68 | 4.9★ (46) | Summit, 4 mi away | — | — |
All 920 financial advisors in Madison, in rank order
Ordered by RFA Score, a 0–100 score from eight published factors. Paid placement never changes the order.
Ranked by RFA Score from public data such as Google reviews, not by investment performance; sponsored listings are paid, shown separately and never change rank.
Scores below: based on 6 of 8 factors; registration and recency not yet collected. Hatched segments mark factors we don't have yet.
Based in New York City, 23 mi away
69/100RFA ScoreRanked #2 because of its Google rating and specialty focus: 4.7★ from 1,569 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Financial consultant”.
Based in Morristown, 3 mi away
69/100RFA ScoreRanked #3 because of its Google rating and specialty focus: 4.9★ from 57 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Financial advisor”.
Based in New Providence, 5 mi away
69/100RFA ScoreRanked #4 because of its Google rating and specialty focus: 5.0★ from 54 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Financial planner”.
Based in Staten Island, 19 mi away
69/100RFA ScoreRanked #5 because of its Google rating and specialty focus: 5.0★ from 208 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Financial consultant”.
Based in New York City, 23 mi away
69/100RFA ScoreRanked #6 because of its Google rating and specialty focus: 4.8★ from 655 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Financial consultant”.
Based in Hanover, 4 mi away
69/100RFA ScoreRanked #7 because of its Google rating and specialty focus: 5.0★ from 50 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Financial planner”.
Based in Hopatcong Hills, 10 mi away
69/100RFA ScoreRanked #8 because of its Google rating and specialty focus: 5.0★ from 75 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Financial planner”.
Based in Hackensack, 21 mi away
68/100RFA ScoreRanked #9 because of its Google rating and specialty focus: 4.8★ from 396 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Financial planner”.
Based in Summit, 4 mi away
68/100RFA ScoreRanked #10 because of its Google rating and specialty focus: 4.9★ from 46 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Financial planner”.
Based in Florham Park, 4 mi away
68/100RFA ScoreRanked #11 because of its Google rating and specialty focus: 5.0★ from 38 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Financial planner”.
Based in New York City, 25 mi away
68/100RFA ScoreRanked #12 because of its Google rating and specialty focus: 5.0★ from 289 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Financial planner”.
Based in East Hanover, 7 mi away
68/100RFA ScoreRanked #13 because of its Google rating and specialty focus: 5.0★ from 47 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Financial advisor”.
Based in Brooklyn, 25 mi away
68/100RFA ScoreRanked #14 because of its Google rating and specialty focus: 4.8★ from 477 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Financial planner”.
Based in Brooklyn, 25 mi away
67/100RFA ScoreRanked #15 because of its Google rating and specialty focus: 5.0★ from 231 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Financial consultant”.
Based in Berkeley Heights, 7 mi away
67/100RFA ScoreRanked #16 because of its Google rating and specialty focus: 4.9★ from 41 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Financial planner”.
Based in Parsippany, 8 mi away
67/100RFA ScoreRanked #17 because of its Google rating and specialty focus: 5.0★ from 42 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Financial planner”.
#18 Kapitus
Based in New York City, 23 mi away
67/100RFA ScoreRanked #18 because of its Google rating and specialty focus: 4.5★ from 904 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Financial planner”.
#19 The CMoore Group
Based in Clifton, 16 mi away
67/100RFA ScoreRanked #19 because of its Google rating and specialty focus: 5.0★ from 79 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Financial consultant”.
Based in Cedar Grove, 10 mi away
67/100RFA ScoreRanked #20 because of its Google rating and specialty focus: 5.0★ from 47 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Financial consultant”.
#21 United Success
Based in Short Hills, 5 mi away
67/100RFA ScoreRanked #21 because of its Google rating and specialty focus: 5.0★ from 25 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Financial advisor”.
Based in Elmwood Park, 19 mi away
66/100RFA ScoreRanked #22 because of its Google rating and specialty focus: 4.9★ from 103 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Financial planner”.
Based in Hopatcong Hills, 9 mi away
66/100RFA ScoreRanked #23 because of its Google rating and specialty focus: 5.0★ from 36 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Financial planner”.
Based in Franklin Lakes, 21 mi away
66/100RFA ScoreRanked #24 because of its Google rating and specialty focus: 5.0★ from 107 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Financial planner”.
Based in Short Hills, 3 mi away
66/100RFA ScoreRanked #25 because of its Google rating and specialty focus: 4.7★ from 24 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Financial planner”.
Financial advisors ranked #26 to #50
#1 to #25 are shown in full above. Here are #26 to #50, in RFA Score order; each links to its profile. We publish the top 50 of 920 ranked financial advisors here; the rest are on their profiles.
Also serving Madison
20 more financial advisors within 25 mi that we can't rank yet: too few reviews, or a specialty we couldn't confirm. Listed A to Z.
| Business | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Allegra and Company | 5.0★ (1) | In Madison |
| Bruen Wealth Management | 5.0★ (1) | In Madison |
| Clearview Investments Partners, LLC | 5.0★ (2) | 2 mi |
| College Advisors Group | In Madison | |
| Edward Jones - Financial Advisor: Andrew B Boles, CFP®|AAMS®|CRPC™ | In Madison | |
| Edward Jones - Financial Advisor: Charlie Boles, CEPA® | In Madison | |
| Edward Jones - Financial Advisor: Michael Bianco | In Madison | |
| Edward Jones - Financial Advisor: Robert Competiello, ChFC®|CEPA®|ABFP® | In Madison | |
| Egan Wealth Advisors | In Madison | |
| Financial Independence Network LLC | In Madison | |
| Florham Park, NJ Branch Office - UBS Financial Services Inc. | 5.0★ (2) | 2 mi |
| Force Financial Associates | 2.0★ (1) | In Madison |
| Haymarket Wealth Management | In Madison | |
| Joseph Smith, CFP | In Madison | |
| Marquis Wealth Advisors | In Madison | |
| Newman Wealth Management Advisors | 5.0★ (2) | 2 mi |
| Premier Path Wealth Partners | In Madison | |
| Robertson Stephens Wealth Management, LLC- Chatham | In Madison | |
| Trader's Edge | In Madison | |
| Wells Fargo Advisors | 1.0★ (1) | In Madison |
How we ranked Madison financial advisors
We scored 920 Madison financial advisors on eight factors, weighted as shown. A firm is ranked when its specialty is confirmed and it has 3 or more Google reviews or a claimed profile. A firm with no Google reviews scores zero on rating, review volume and recency. Other unknown factors are left out, not counted as zero. Scores last refreshed November 9, 2026.
Paid placement never changes a rank or score. Sponsored businesses are paid, labelled, limited to 3 and shown above the ranking, outside it.
| Factor | Weight | Computed from | In Madison data |
|---|---|---|---|
| Reputation | 30% | Google star rating, adjusted for how many reviews back it (client experience, not investment results) | Measured |
| Registration | 20% | Active SEC, state or Canadian securities registration matched in public records (not yet measured) | Not yet collected |
| Review volume | 10% | Number of Google reviews, compared with the most-reviewed firm on the list | Measured |
| Recency | 5% | Share of reviews from the last 12 months | Not yet collected |
| Specialty focus | 15% | How clearly the firm offers this specialty (its Google category and name) | Measured |
| Proximity | 5% | Based in the city scores highest, less the farther away it is | Measured |
| Claimed profile | 10% | The firm has claimed its Ranked Financial Advisors profile (free or paid earn the same) | Measured |
| Partnered | 5% | The firm links to Ranked Financial Advisors from its own website with our badge, checked periodically | Measured |
How to choose a financial advisor
- Confirm the financial advisor and the firm are registered: Investor.gov and FINRA BrokerCheck in the US, the CSA National Registration Search in Canada. Read any disclosure events.
- Ask whether they act as a fiduciary on your account at all times, and get the answer in writing.
- Ask how they are paid: a percentage of assets, flat or hourly fees, a retainer, commissions, or a mix. Each creates different conflicts of interest.
- Read the firm’s Form CRS and Form ADV Part 2A brochure (fees, services, conflicts, disciplinary history) before you sign.
- Check designations with the body that grants them, such as the CFP Board for CFP® professionals.
- Ask about account minimums and who holds your money: your assets should sit with an independent custodian in your name.
- Compare at least two or three firms, and be wary of anyone who promises returns or pushes you to decide quickly.
Questions to ask a financial advisor
- Are you a fiduciary for all of the advice you give me, and will you put that in writing?
- How are you paid, in total dollars per year for an account like mine? Do you earn commissions or other payments from product providers?
- Which registrations and designations do you hold, and where can I verify them?
- Who will hold my assets, and how will I see statements directly from that custodian?
- What services are included in your fee, and what would cost extra with you as my financial advisor?
- Do you have a minimum account size or minimum fee?
- Have you or your firm had any complaints or disciplinary actions? Where would I see them?
- How often will we meet, and who will I work with day to day?
- What happens to my plan or accounts if you retire or leave the firm?
Terms explained
- Fiduciary
- Someone legally required to act in a client’s interest. In the US, registered investment advisers owe their clients a fiduciary duty of care and loyalty under the Investment Advisers Act of 1940.
- Registered investment adviser (RIA)
- A firm registered with the SEC or a state securities regulator to give investment advice for pay. Most firms managing $100 million or more register with the SEC; smaller firms usually register with their state.
- Investment adviser representative (IAR)
- A person who gives advice on behalf of a registered investment adviser, usually registered with the states where they work.
- Broker-dealer
- A firm that buys and sells securities for customers. US broker-dealers are members of FINRA; their registered representatives typically earn commissions.
- Regulation Best Interest (Reg BI)
- The SEC rule, in force since June 30, 2020, requiring broker-dealers to act in a retail customer’s best interest when recommending a security or account type.
- Form ADV
- The registration form every investment adviser files. Part 1 holds facts about the firm; Part 2A, the brochure, describes services, fees, conflicts of interest and disciplinary history in plain English.
- Form CRS
- A short relationship summary that advisers and broker-dealers give retail investors, covering services, fees, conflicts, standard of conduct and disciplinary history.
- CRD number
- The Central Registration Depository number FINRA and the SEC assign to each firm and registered person; use it to look them up on Investor.gov or BrokerCheck.
- Assets under management (AUM) fee
- A yearly fee set as a percentage of the money an advisor manages for you. Advisor surveys have put the median around 1% on accounts up to $1 million, lower on larger accounts.
- Fee-only
- An advisor paid only by clients, with no commissions or other payments from product providers.
- Fee-based
- An advisor who charges client fees and may also earn commissions on some products. It is not the same as fee-only.
- CFP® professional
- A person certified by the CFP Board after meeting education, exam, experience and ethics requirements. The CFP Board requires them to act as a fiduciary when giving financial advice.
Financial advisors in Madison: frequently asked questions
Which financial advisor has the highest RFA Score in Madison?
By RFA Score, the highest-ranked financial advisor in Madison, NJ is Jonathan Barrett CFP®, CLU®, ChFC®, RICP®, RPS® with an RFA Score of 69/100. It has 5.0★ from 196 Google reviews. It is open Saturdays until 12 PM. Citizens Debt Relief (#2) and The LTC Partnership (#3) follow. We ranked 920 financial advisors on eight factors, last updated November 9, 2026.
How many financial advisors are there in Madison?
RankedFinancialAdvisors ranks 920 financial advisors serving Madison, NJ. Another 20 within 25 mi are listed but not ranked yet. Counts are as of November 2026.
Which financial advisors in Madison work on weekends?
288 of 920 ranked financial advisors post Saturday hours and 84 post Sunday hours. The highest-ranked open Saturdays are Jonathan Barrett CFP®, CLU®, ChFC®, RICP®, RPS® (#1), Prudent Financial Solutions, Inc. (#6) and B & R Accountants CPA (#12). Many advisors meet by appointment, including evenings or by video, outside their posted office hours.
What Google rating do Madison financial advisors have?
The median Google rating among 920 rated financial advisors in Madison is 4.5★, with a median of 12 reviews. Citizens Debt Relief has the most, 1,569 reviews, and ranks #2. We adjust ratings for review count, so a few five-star reviews cannot top the list.
How does RankedFinancialAdvisors rank financial advisors?
Each financial advisor gets a 0–100 RFA Score from eight published factors, led by reputation (30%), specialty focus (15%), review volume (10%) and claimed profile (10%). A firm with no Google reviews scores zero on rating, review volume and recency; other factors we cannot measure are left out. Only firms with a confirmed specialty and 3 or more reviews, or a claimed profile, are ranked.
Do financial advisors outside Madison count in this ranking?
Yes, if they are within 25 mi of the Madison city center, our service radius for financial advisors. Each listing shows where the firm is based and how far away it is. Proximity is 5% of the RFA Score, so a nearby firm gets a small edge.
Can financial advisors pay to rank higher on RankedFinancialAdvisors?
No. The RFA Score never reads payment status, and this ranking has 0 paid placements. Up to 3 Featured firms may appear above the list, labelled Sponsored and showing their honest rank.
What does a financial advisor do?
Financial advisors help clients plan and manage their money, from budgeting and saving to investing, retirement and estate questions. In the US they work as registered investment adviser representatives, as broker-dealer representatives, or both.
How are financial advisors in Madison ranked?
By RFA Score: public signals such as the Google rating and review count, how clearly the firm offers financial advice and how close it is. Paid placements never change the order, and the score does not measure investment performance.
How do I check a financial advisor’s registration and record?
Search the person and the firm on Investor.gov (the SEC’s adviser search) and on FINRA BrokerCheck. A firm’s Form ADV and any disciplinary history are public there.
Is every financial advisor in Madison a fiduciary?
Not necessarily. Investment adviser representatives owe a fiduciary duty on advisory accounts; broker-dealer representatives follow Regulation Best Interest when they recommend a security. Ask which applies to your account and read the firm’s Form CRS.
How much do financial advisors charge?
Fees depend on the firm and the service: a percentage of assets managed each year, a flat or hourly planning fee, a retainer, or commissions. Ask for the fee schedule in writing and read the firm’s Form ADV Part 2A brochure or, in Canada, its relationship disclosure.
Update log for Madison
- November 2026: RFA Scores recalculated for 920 financial advisors serving Madison.
- November 2026: 18 duplicate listings merged.
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