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Stockbrokers in Dover, NJ: 2026 rankings

14 stockbrokers ranked by RFA ScoreUpdated 0 paid placements in this rankingHow we rank →

The short answer

  1. 1

    Highest RFA Score in Dover: LUIS PALACIOS - Primerica, RFA Score 67/100; 5.0★ from 67 Google reviews; open Saturdays until 6 PM.

  2. 8

    Most-reviewed: Charles Schwab, 21 Google reviews at 3.1★, the most of 14 ranked after LUIS PALACIOS - Primerica; ranked #8.

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

14 Dover stockbrokers are ranked here by RFA Score, from eight published factors. 2 open Saturdays, based on posted hours. The median Google rating is 3.7★ across 14 rated firms.

Top 10 stockbrokers in Dover 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 stockbrokers in Dover at a glance
RankBusinessRFA ScoreGoogle ratingBased inHoursNotable for
1LUIS PALACIOS - Primerica675.0★ (67)DoverSatTop score
2Marsco Investment Corporation613.7★ (3)East Hanover, 13 mi away——
3VBC Securities605.0★ (3)Clifton, 22 mi away——
4Charles Schwab544.5★ (14)Bridgewater, 21 mi away——
5Charles Schwab543.0★ (6)Morristown, 7 mi away——
6Edward Jones - Financial Advisor: Ozzie Niazi545.0★ (3)Parsippany, 6 mi away——
7Merrill Lynch Wealth Management545.0★ (4)Florham Park, 10 mi away——
8Charles Schwab533.1★ (21)Maplewood, 17 mi away—Most reviews
9Pruco Securities LLC533.0★ (4)Newark, 23 mi away——
10Merrill Lynch Wealth Management523.3★ (7)Summit, 16 mi away——

All 14 stockbrokers in Dover, 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.

  3. #3 VBC Securities

    Based in Clifton, 22 mi away

    60/100RFA Score

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

    • 5.0★ from 3 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 8:30 AM–4:30 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    348 Clifton Ave, Clifton, NJ 07011
    View profile for VBC Securities(973) 928-5400

  4. #4 Charles Schwab

    Based in Bridgewater, 21 mi away

    54/100RFA Score

    Ranked #4 because of its Google rating and specialty focus: 4.5★ from 14 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Financial consultant”.

    • 4.5★ from 14 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 8:30 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    610 Commons Way Ste 4340, Bridgewater, NJ 08807
    View profile for Charles Schwab(908) 575-5020

  5. #5 Charles Schwab

    Based in Morristown, 7 mi away

    54/100RFA Score

    Ranked #5 because of its Google rating and specialty focus: 3.0★ from 6 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Financial consultant”.

    • 3.0★ from 6 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 8:30 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    110 Morris St Suite 2, Morristown, NJ 07960
    View profile for Charles Schwab(973) 359-2780

  8. #8 Charles Schwab

    Based in Maplewood, 17 mi away

    53/100RFA Score

    Ranked #8 because of its Google rating and specialty focus: 3.1★ from 21 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Financial consultant”.

    • 3.1★ from 21 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 8:30 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    350 Millburn Ave, Millburn, NJ 07041
    View profile for Charles Schwab(973) 379-8700

  9. #9 Pruco Securities LLC

    Based in Newark, 23 mi away

    53/100RFA Score

    Ranked #9 because of its Google rating and specialty focus: 3.0★ from 4 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Investment service”.

    • 3.0★ from 4 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 9 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    751 Broad St, Newark, NJ 07102
    View profile for Pruco Securities LLC(800) 201-6690

  11. #11 Merrill Lynch Wealth Management

    Based in Short Hills, 14 mi away

    51/100RFA Score

    Ranked #11 because of its Google rating and specialty focus: 3.7★ from 3 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Financial planner”.

    • 3.7★ from 3 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Tue 8:30 AM–4:30 PM · Wed closed · Thu–Fri 8:30 AM–4:30 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    51 John F Kennedy Pkwy 3rd Floor, Short Hills, NJ 07078
    View profile for Merrill Lynch Wealth Management(973) 912-3000

Also serving Dover

20 more stockbrokers within 25 mi that we can't rank yet: too few reviews, or a specialty we couldn't confirm. Listed A to Z.

Unranked stockbrokers serving Dover
BusinessGoogle ratingDistance
AURORA PRIVATE WEALTH, Inc.In Dover
Edward Jones - Financial Advisor: James M Cramer, AAMS®3.0★ (2)15 mi
Edward Jones - Financial Advisor: Jason P Beswick5.0★ (1)8 mi
Edward Jones - Financial Advisor: John M Capeci5.0★ (2)19 mi
Edward Jones - Financial Advisor: Kenneth J Quazza3.0★ (2)21 mi
Edward Jones - Financial Advisor: Nicole B Drasin, CFP®5.0★ (2)19 mi
Edward Jones - Financial Advisor: Yuma Morita4.0★ (1)5 mi
Everest Retirement PlannersIn Dover
Financial institutionIn Dover
Larry Carcuffe - Prudential Financial5.0★ (1)In Dover
Lightspeed Financial Services Group5.0★ (1)7 mi
Merrill Lynch Wealth Management3.0★ (2)20 mi
Precision Brokerage LLC5.0★ (1)8 mi
Prudential | Jim Truman | Life Insurance & Financial Services1.0★ (1)In Dover
R & Z Financial Services LLP5.0★ (1)In Dover
Raymond Dewar - TD Wealth Financial Advisor1.0★ (1)In Dover
The Dorfman Wealth Management GroupIn Dover
Themis Trading LLC3.0★ (2)14 mi
Wells Fargo AdvisorsIn Dover
Young Family Financial LLC5.0★ (1)In Dover

How we ranked Dover stockbrokers

We scored 14 Dover stockbrokers 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 Dover 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 a stockbroker

  1. Confirm the stockbroker 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 a stockbroker

  • 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 stockbroker?
  • 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.

Stockbrokers in Dover: frequently asked questions

Which stockbroker has the highest RFA Score in Dover?

By RFA Score, the highest-ranked stockbroker in Dover, NJ is LUIS PALACIOS - Primerica with an RFA Score of 67/100. It has 5.0★ from 67 Google reviews. It is open Saturdays until 6 PM. Marsco Investment Corporation (#2) and VBC Securities (#3) follow. We ranked 14 stockbrokers on eight factors, last updated November 9, 2026.

How many stockbrokers are there in Dover?

RankedFinancialAdvisors ranks 14 stockbrokers serving Dover, NJ. 1 of them is based in Dover; the rest serve it from nearby towns. Another 20 within 25 mi are listed but not ranked yet. Counts are as of November 2026.

Which stockbrokers in Dover work on weekends?

2 of 14 ranked stockbrokers post Saturday hours. The highest-ranked open Saturdays are LUIS PALACIOS - Primerica (#1) and Edward Jones - Financial Advisor: Gary Jones, CFP® (#12). Many advisors meet by appointment, including evenings or by video, outside their posted office hours.

What Google rating do Dover stockbrokers have?

The median Google rating among 14 rated stockbrokers in Dover is 3.7★, with a median of 4 reviews. LUIS PALACIOS - Primerica has the most, 67 reviews, and ranks #1. We adjust ratings for review count, so a few five-star reviews cannot top the list.

How does RankedFinancialAdvisors rank stockbrokers?

Each stockbroker 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 stockbrokers outside Dover count in this ranking?

Yes, if they are within 25 mi of the Dover city center, our service radius for stockbrokers. 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 stockbrokers 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 stockbroker do?

Stockbrokers buy and sell stocks, bonds, funds and other securities for clients and may recommend them. In the US they are registered representatives of a FINRA member broker-dealer; in Canada they work for a CIRO-regulated investment dealer.

How are stockbrokers in Dover ranked?

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

How do I check a stockbroker’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 stockbroker in Dover 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 stockbrokers 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 Dover

  1. November 2026: RFA Scores recalculated for 14 stockbrokers serving Dover.
  2. November 2026: 2 duplicate listings merged.

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