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Investment Advisors in Cinco Ranch, TX: 2026 rankings

124 investment advisors ranked by RFA ScoreUpdated 0 paid placements in this rankingHow we rank →

The short answer

  1. 1

    Highest RFA Score in Cinco Ranch: Dhanani Private Equity Group, RFA Score 74/100; 4.9★ from 197 Google reviews.

  2. 10

    Most-reviewed: Trading Academy Houston, 316 Google reviews at 4.8★, the most of 124 ranked; ranked #10.

Rankings can't be bought. Financial advisors can't pay to change their rank or score. How we rank

124 Cinco Ranch investment advisors are ranked here by RFA Score, from eight published factors. 15 open Saturdays and 3 open Sundays, based on posted hours. The median Google rating is 4.9★ across 124 rated firms.

Most of this list also appears on the Investment advisors in Houston ranking. See Investment advisors in Houston

Top 10 investment advisors in Cinco Ranch 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.

Top 10 investment advisors in Cinco Ranch at a glance
RankBusinessRFA ScoreGoogle ratingBased inHoursNotable for
1Dhanani Private Equity Group744.9★ (197)Stafford, 13 mi away—Top score
2GL&L Holdings, LLC705.0★ (33)Houston, 9 mi away——
3Texas Notes695.0★ (80)Houston, 22 mi awaySat · Sun · Evenings—
4Fidelity Investments674.2★ (44)Houston, 13 mi away——
5Crossmark Global Investments654.4★ (7)Houston, 8 mi away——
6KK Corporation643.8★ (19)Houston, 13 mi awaySat—
7Verity Advisors644.7★ (12)Houston, 17 mi away——
8CAZ Investments634.3★ (13)Houston, 18 mi away——
9Old Harbor Financial633.7★ (6)Houston, 10 mi away——
10Trading Academy Houston624.8★ (316)Houston, 21 mi awaySatMost reviews

All 124 investment advisors in Cinco Ranch, 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.

  2. #2 GL&L Holdings, LLC

    Based in Houston, 9 mi away

    70/100RFA Score

    Ranked #2 because of its Google rating and specialty focus: 5.0★ from 33 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Investment company”.

    • 5.0★ from 33 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 9 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    14780 Memorial Dr #220, Houston, TX 77079
    View profile for GL&L Holdings, LLC(832) 770-9415

  3. #3 Texas Notes

    Based in Houston, 22 mi away

    69/100RFA Score

    Ranked #3 because of its Google rating and specialty focus: 5.0★ from 80 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Investment company”.

    • 5.0★ from 80 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Sun 8 AM–8 PM
    Address
    615 Heights Blvd Ste 200, Houston, TX 77007
    View profile for Texas Notes(281) 221-7383

  4. #4 Fidelity Investments

    Based in Houston, 13 mi away

    67/100RFA Score

    Ranked #4 because of its Google rating and specialty focus: 4.2★ from 44 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Investment service”.

    • 4.2★ from 44 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 8:30 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    12532 Memorial Dr, Houston, TX 77024
    View profile for Fidelity Investments(800) 572-7011

  6. #6 KK Corporation

    Based in Houston, 13 mi away

    64/100RFA Score

    Ranked #6 because of its Google rating and specialty focus: 3.8★ from 19 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Investment company”.

    • 3.8★ from 19 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 8 AM–6 PM · Sat 9 AM–2 PM · Sun closed
    Address
    10516 Kipp Way St Suite A, Houston, TX 77099
    View profile for KK Corporation(281) 933-9696

  7. #7 Verity Advisors

    Based in Houston, 17 mi away

    64/100RFA Score

    Ranked #7 because of its Google rating and specialty focus: 4.7★ from 12 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Investment service”.

    • 4.7★ from 12 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 7 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    800 Bering Dr Ste 225, Houston, TX 77057
    View profile for Verity Advisors(832) 831-9353

  8. #8 CAZ Investments

    Based in Houston, 18 mi away

    63/100RFA Score

    Ranked #8 because of its Google rating and specialty focus: 4.3★ from 13 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Investment service”.

    • 4.3★ from 13 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 8 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    1360 Post Oak Blvd Unit 2200, Houston, TX 77056
    View profile for CAZ Investments(713) 403-8250

  9. #9 Old Harbor Financial

    Based in Houston, 10 mi away

    63/100RFA Score

    Ranked #9 because of its Google rating and specialty focus: 3.7★ from 6 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Investment service”.

    • 3.7★ from 6 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 9 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    11767 Katy Fwy #813, Houston, TX 77079
    View profile for Old Harbor Financial(281) 232-4300

  10. #10 Trading Academy Houston

    Based in Houston, 21 mi away

    62/100RFA Score

    Ranked #10 because of its Google rating and review volume: 4.8★ from 316 Google reviews, the most in Cinco Ranch.

    • 4.8★ from 316 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 8 AM–5 PM · Sat 8 AM–3 PM · Sun closed
    Address
    110 Vintage Park Blvd Ste 200, Houston, TX 77070
    View profile for Trading Academy Houston(281) 820-8905

  12. #12 TDECU Katy Cinco Ranch

    Based in Katy, 1 mi away

    61/100RFA Score

    Ranked #12 because of its Google rating and review volume: 4.0★ from 140 Google reviews.

    • 4.0★ from 140 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Tue 9 AM–5 PM · Wed closed · Thu–Fri 9 AM–5 PM · Sat 9 AM–1 PM · Sun closed
    Address
    24250 Cinco Ranch Blvd, Katy, TX 77494
    View profile for TDECU Katy Cinco Ranch(800) 839-1154

  13. #13 Platform Partners

    Based in Houston, 18 mi away

    61/100RFA Score

    Ranked #13 because of its Google rating and specialty focus: 4.0★ from 4 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Investment service”.

    • 4.0★ from 4 Google reviews
    Address
    1717 W Lp S Fwy Suite1900, Houston, TX 77027
    View profile for Platform Partners(713) 335-2300

  14. #14 Centric

    Based in Cypress, 20 mi away

    61/100RFA Score

    Ranked #14 because of its Google rating and review volume: 4.9★ from 121 Google reviews.

    • 4.9★ from 121 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Thu 8 AM–5 PM · Fri 8 AM–3 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    12549 Louetta Rd, Cypress, TX 77429
    View profile for Centric(832) 810-7000

  16. #16 Summit Capital

    Based in Houston, 13 mi away

    60/100RFA Score

    Ranked #16 because of its Google rating and specialty focus: 1.0★ from 3 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Investment company”.

    • 1.0★ from 3 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 10 AM–4 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    10101 Southwest Fwy #650, Houston, TX 77074
    View profile for Summit Capital(713) 750-9977

  19. #19 Fidelity Investments

    Based in Houston, 18 mi away

    60/100RFA Score

    Ranked #19 because of its Google rating and specialty focus: 2.9★ from 58 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Investment service”.

    • 2.9★ from 58 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 8:30 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    4410 Westheimer Rd Ste B-100, Houston, TX 77027
    View profile for Fidelity Investments(800) 367-7516

  20. #20 Creative Planning

    Based in Katy, 3 mi away

    60/100RFA Score

    Ranked #20 because of its Google rating and specialty focus: 4.9★ from 23 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Financial planner”.

    • 4.9★ from 23 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 8 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    23226 Red River Dr 1st Floor, Katy, TX 77494
    View profile for Creative Planning(866) 273-2848

  25. #25 KKR & Co

    Based in Houston, 24 mi away

    59/100RFA Score

    Ranked #25 because of its Google rating and specialty focus: 3.7★ from 3 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Investment company”.

    • 3.7★ from 3 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 8:30 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    600 Travis St #7200, Houston, TX 77002
    View profile for KKR & Co(713) 343-5142

How we ranked Cinco Ranch investment advisors

We scored 124 Cinco Ranch investment 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.

Read the full method: formula, sources and exclusions

RFA Score factors and weights
FactorWeightComputed fromIn Cinco Ranch data
Reputation30%Google star rating, adjusted for how many reviews back it (client experience, not investment results)Measured
Registration20%Active SEC, state or Canadian securities registration matched in public records (not yet measured)Not yet collected
Review volume10%Number of Google reviews, compared with the most-reviewed firm on the listMeasured
Recency5%Share of reviews from the last 12 monthsNot yet collected
Specialty focus15%How clearly the firm offers this specialty (its Google category and name)Measured
Proximity5%Based in the city scores highest, less the farther away it isMeasured
Claimed profile10%The firm has claimed its Ranked Financial Advisors profile (free or paid earn the same)Measured
Partnered5%The firm links to Ranked Financial Advisors from its own website with our badge, checked periodicallyMeasured

How to choose an investment advisor

  1. Confirm the investment 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.
  2. Ask whether they act as a fiduciary on your account at all times, and get the answer in writing.
  3. 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.
  4. Read the firm’s Form CRS and Form ADV Part 2A brochure (fees, services, conflicts, disciplinary history) before you sign.
  5. Check designations with the body that grants them, such as the CFP Board for CFP® professionals.
  6. Ask about account minimums and who holds your money: your assets should sit with an independent custodian in your name.
  7. Compare at least two or three firms, and be wary of anyone who promises returns or pushes you to decide quickly.

Questions to ask an investment 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 investment 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.

Investment advisors in Cinco Ranch: frequently asked questions

Which investment advisor has the highest RFA Score in Cinco Ranch?

By RFA Score, the highest-ranked investment advisor in Cinco Ranch, TX is Dhanani Private Equity Group with an RFA Score of 74/100. It has 4.9★ from 197 Google reviews. GL&L Holdings, LLC (#2) and Texas Notes (#3) follow. We ranked 124 investment advisors on eight factors, last updated November 9, 2026.

How many investment advisors are there in Cinco Ranch?

RankedFinancialAdvisors ranks 124 investment advisors serving Cinco Ranch, TX. Counts are as of November 2026.

Which investment advisors in Cinco Ranch work on weekends?

15 of 124 ranked investment advisors post Saturday hours and 3 post Sunday hours. The highest-ranked open Saturdays are Texas Notes (#3), KK Corporation (#6) and Trading Academy Houston (#10). Many advisors meet by appointment, including evenings or by video, outside their posted office hours.

What Google rating do Cinco Ranch investment advisors have?

The median Google rating among 124 rated investment advisors in Cinco Ranch is 4.9★, with a median of 8 reviews. Trading Academy Houston has the most, 316 reviews, and ranks #10. We adjust ratings for review count, so a few five-star reviews cannot top the list.

How does RankedFinancialAdvisors rank investment advisors?

Each investment 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 investment advisors outside Cinco Ranch count in this ranking?

Yes, if they are within 25 mi of the Cinco Ranch city center, our service radius for investment 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 investment 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 an investment advisor do?

Investment advisors manage portfolios and give advice about securities for a fee. In the US, firms register with the SEC or a state securities regulator and file a Form ADV brochure; in Canada, portfolio managers and dealers register with the provincial securities regulator.

How are investment advisors in Cinco Ranch ranked?

By RFA Score: public signals such as the Google rating and review count, how clearly the firm offers investment advice and how close it is. Paid placements never change the order, and the score does not measure investment performance.

How do I check an investment 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 investment advisor in Cinco Ranch 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 investment 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 Cinco Ranch

  1. November 2026: RFA Scores recalculated for 124 investment advisors serving Cinco Ranch.

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