73/100RFA Score
Ranked #1 because of its Google rating and specialty focus: 5.0★ from 136 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Financial advisor”.
Wealth Managers in Fernway, PA: 2026 rankings
44 wealth managers ranked by RFA ScoreUpdated 0 paid placements in this rankingHow we rank →
The short answer
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Highest RFA Score in Fernway: Capital A Wealth Management, RFA Score 73/100; 5.0★ from 136 Google reviews.
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Most-reviewed: Carson Wealth, 112 Google reviews at 4.9★, the most of 44 ranked after Capital A Wealth Management; ranked #3.
Rankings can't be bought. Financial advisors can't pay to change their rank or score. How we rank
44 Fernway wealth managers are ranked here by RFA Score, from eight published factors. The median Google rating is 5.0★ across 44 rated firms.
Top 10 wealth managers in Fernway 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 | Notable for |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Capital A Wealth Management | 73 | 5.0★ (136) | Cranberry Township, 2 mi away | Top score |
| 2 | Equilibrium Wealth Advisors | 70 | 5.0★ (105) | Pittsburgh, 19 mi away | — |
| 3 | Carson Wealth | 69 | 4.9★ (112) | Pittsburgh, 19 mi away | Most reviews |
| 4 | Beacon Light Wealth Management | 69 | 5.0★ (79) | Mount Lebanon, 19 mi away | — |
| 5 | North River Wealth Advisors | 68 | 5.0★ (37) | Pittsburgh, 11 mi away | — |
| 6 | Cranberry Wealth | 67 | 4.8★ (20) | Cranberry Township, 2 mi away | — |
| 7 | Capital A Wealth Management | 67 | 5.0★ (45) | New Castle, 21 mi away | — |
| 8 | Keystone Wealth Management | 67 | 4.9★ (17) | Cranberry Township, 4 mi away | — |
| 9 | YTS Wealth Management | 66 | 5.0★ (66) | Monroeville, 32 mi away | — |
| 10 | Stratos Wealth Partners | 66 | 5.0★ (14) | Franklin Park, 6 mi away | — |
All 44 wealth managers in Fernway, 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 Pittsburgh, 19 mi away
70/100RFA ScoreRanked #2 because of its Google rating and specialty focus: 5.0★ from 105 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Financial advisor”.
Based in Pittsburgh, 19 mi away
69/100RFA ScoreRanked #3 because of its Google rating and specialty focus: 4.9★ from 112 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Financial planner”.
Based in Mount Lebanon, 19 mi away
69/100RFA ScoreRanked #4 because of its Google rating and specialty focus: 5.0★ from 79 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Financial advisor”.
Based in Pittsburgh, 11 mi away
68/100RFA ScoreRanked #5 because of its Google rating and specialty focus: 5.0★ from 37 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Financial planner”.
Based in Cranberry Township, 2 mi away
67/100RFA ScoreRanked #6 because of its Google rating and specialty focus: 4.8★ from 20 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Investment service”.
Based in New Castle, 21 mi away
67/100RFA ScoreRanked #7 because of its Google rating and specialty focus: 5.0★ from 45 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Financial planner”.
Based in Cranberry Township, 4 mi away
67/100RFA ScoreRanked #8 because of its Google rating and specialty focus: 4.9★ from 17 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Financial advisor”.
Based in Monroeville, 32 mi away
66/100RFA ScoreRanked #9 because of its Google rating and specialty focus: 5.0★ from 66 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Financial advisor”.
Based in Franklin Park, 6 mi away
66/100RFA ScoreRanked #10 because of its Google rating and specialty focus: 5.0★ from 14 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Financial planner”.
Based in Cranberry Township, 5 mi away
65/100RFA ScoreRanked #11 because of its Google rating and specialty focus: 5.0★ from 10 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Financial planner”.
Based in Upper Saint Clair, 29 mi away
64/100RFA ScoreRanked #12 because of its Google rating and specialty focus: 5.0★ from 27 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Financial advisor”.
Based in Boardman, 38 mi away
64/100RFA ScoreRanked #13 because of its Google rating and specialty focus: 5.0★ from 41 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Financial planner”.
Based in Upper Saint Clair, 31 mi away
64/100RFA ScoreRanked #14 because of its Google rating and specialty focus: 5.0★ from 24 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Financial planner”.
Based in Bethel Park, 22 mi away
63/100RFA ScoreRanked #15 because of its Google rating and specialty focus: 5.0★ from 14 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Financial planner”.
Based in Bethel Park, 28 mi away
63/100RFA ScoreRanked #16 because of its Google rating and specialty focus: 4.8★ from 19 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Financial planner”.
Based in Pittsburgh, 19 mi away
63/100RFA ScoreRanked #17 because of its Google rating and specialty focus: 4.0★ from 25 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Financial institution”.
Based in Pittsburgh, 17 mi away
63/100RFA ScoreRanked #18 because of its Google rating and specialty focus: 4.6★ from 10 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Financial planner”.
Based in Bethel Park, 22 mi away
63/100RFA ScoreRanked #19 because of its Google rating and specialty focus: 4.7★ from 14 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Financial planner”.
Based in Pittsburgh, 17 mi away
63/100RFA ScoreRanked #20 because of its Google rating and specialty focus: 5.0★ from 8 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Financial planner”.
Based in Monroeville, 27 mi away
62/100RFA ScoreRanked #21 because of its Google rating and specialty focus: 5.0★ from 13 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Financial planner”.
Based in Allison Park, 7 mi away
62/100RFA ScoreRanked #22 because of its Google rating and specialty focus: 5.0★ from 3 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Financial planner”.
Based in Pittsburgh, 19 mi away
62/100RFA ScoreRanked #23 because of its Google rating and specialty focus: 5.0★ from 7 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Financial planner”.
Based in Pittsburgh, 24 mi away
61/100RFA ScoreRanked #24 because of its Google rating and specialty focus: 5.0★ from 7 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Financial planner”.
Based in Pittsburgh, 19 mi away
61/100RFA ScoreRanked #25 because of its Google rating and specialty focus: 5.0★ from 5 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Financial advisor”.
All 44 wealth managers
#1 to #25 are shown in full above. Here are #26 to #44, in RFA Score order; each links to its profile.
| Rank | Business | RFA Score | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 26 | Contos Pikras Wealth Advisors | 61 | 5.0★ (7) | 24 mi |
| 27 | Axias Wealth Advisors | 61 | 5.0★ (5) | 20 mi |
| 28 | Osaic Wealth | 61 | 3.3★ (28) | 20 mi |
| 29 | Hoffman Wealth Management | 61 | 5.0★ (14) | 38 mi |
| 30 | Signature Wealth | 61 | 4.2★ (5) | 19 mi |
| 31 | Rockport Wealth Advisors | 61 | 4.8★ (13) | 36 mi |
| 32 | FJF Wealth Management Co. | 61 | 5.0★ (13) | 38 mi |
| 33 | MFA Wealth | 60 | 5.0★ (4) | 22 mi |
| 34 | Baird Private Wealth Management | 60 | 5.0★ (5) | 28 mi |
| 35 | WMS Wealth Planners - Aspinwall | 60 | 3.7★ (3) | 19 mi |
| 36 | Iron Bridge Wealth of Raymond James | 60 | 4.2★ (5) | 26 mi |
| 37 | Merrill Lynch Wealth Management | 60 | 3.7★ (3) | 19 mi |
| 38 | Waldron Private Wealth | 59 | 5.0★ (3) | 24 mi |
| 39 | Ralph G Powell III - Private Wealth Advisor, Ameriprise Financial Services, LLC | 59 | 4.0★ (4) | 26 mi |
| 40 | Strategic Wealth and Tax | 59 | 4.8★ (6) | 36 mi |
| 41 | Pointer Creek Wealth Management | 57 | 5.0★ (4) | 40 mi |
| 42 | Mission Wealth Management, 5621 Market Street, Boardman, Ohio 44512 | 57 | 5.0★ (3) | 37 mi |
| 43 | Mosaic Wealth Consulting | 57 | 4.0★ (4) | 39 mi |
| 44 | Merrill Lynch Wealth Management | 57 | 4.7★ (3) | 38 mi |
Also serving Fernway
20 more wealth managers within 40 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Aspire Wealth Architects | In Fernway | |
| Bridgeview Wealth, Inc. | 5.0★ (2) | 5 mi |
| Cawley Financial | In Fernway | |
| Chris Rondinelli - Seven Fields Wealth Management | 5.0★ (2) | 4 mi |
| Confluence Financial Partners | In Fernway | |
| Edmund Foster - RBC Wealth Management Financial Advisor | In Fernway | |
| FamilyWealth Management Group, LLC; Ralph Linarelli Team | In Fernway | |
| Hampton Wealth Management | 1.0★ (1) | In Fernway |
| Harvest Financial | In Fernway | |
| Katherine Ruth Morris - Financial Advisor, Ameriprise Financial Services, LLC | In Fernway | |
| Kenneth Fisher - RBC Wealth Management Financial Advisor | In Fernway | |
| Lincoln Financial Advisors | In Fernway | |
| PINNACLE Financial Strategies, LLC | In Fernway | |
| Riverview Wealth Partners, LLC | In Fernway | |
| Ryan Condello - Morgan Stanley | In Fernway | |
| True Wealth Design | In Fernway | |
| V&T Wealth Advisors | In Fernway | |
| Waddell & Reed, Inc. - Financial Advisors | In Fernway | |
| Wealth Vibe | In Fernway | |
| Wells Fargo Advisors | 5.0★ (2) | In Fernway |
How we ranked Fernway wealth managers
We scored 44 Fernway wealth managers 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 Fernway 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 wealth manager
- Confirm the wealth manager 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 wealth manager
- 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 wealth manager?
- 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.
Wealth managers in Fernway: frequently asked questions
Which wealth manager has the highest RFA Score in Fernway?
By RFA Score, the highest-ranked wealth manager in Fernway, PA is Capital A Wealth Management with an RFA Score of 73/100. It has 5.0★ from 136 Google reviews. Equilibrium Wealth Advisors (#2) and Carson Wealth (#3) follow. We ranked 44 wealth managers on eight factors, last updated November 9, 2026.
How many wealth managers are there in Fernway?
RankedFinancialAdvisors ranks 44 wealth managers serving Fernway, PA. Another 20 within 40 mi are listed but not ranked yet. Counts are as of November 2026.
What Google rating do Fernway wealth managers have?
The median Google rating among 44 rated wealth managers in Fernway is 5.0★, with a median of 12 reviews. Capital A Wealth Management has the most, 136 reviews, and ranks #1. We adjust ratings for review count, so a few five-star reviews cannot top the list.
How does RankedFinancialAdvisors rank wealth managers?
Each wealth manager 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 wealth managers outside Fernway count in this ranking?
Yes, if they are within 40 mi of the Fernway city center, our service radius for wealth managers. 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 wealth managers 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 wealth manager do?
Wealth managers combine investment management with planning, tax and estate coordination, usually for households with larger portfolios. Most charge a yearly percentage of the assets they manage and many set an account minimum.
How are wealth managers in Fernway ranked?
By RFA Score: public signals such as the Google rating and review count, how clearly the firm offers wealth management and how close it is. Paid placements never change the order, and the score does not measure investment performance.
How do I check a wealth manager’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 wealth manager in Fernway 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 wealth managers 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 Fernway
- November 2026: RFA Scores recalculated for 44 wealth managers serving Fernway.
- November 2026: 1 duplicate listing merged.
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