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Wealth Managers in Winter Gardens, CA: 2026 rankings

63 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 Winter Gardens: Darrin A. Santos, CFP®-FSI Wealth, RFA Score 70/100; 5.0★ from 77 Google reviews.

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    Most-reviewed: IDA Wealth - Intelligence Driven Advisers, 131 Google reviews at 5.0★, the most of 63 ranked; ranked #3.

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

63 Winter Gardens wealth managers are ranked here by RFA Score, from eight published factors. 2 open Saturdays and 1 open Sundays, based on posted hours. The median Google rating is 5.0★ across 63 rated firms.

Most of this list also appears on the Wealth managers in San Diego ranking. See Wealth managers in San Diego

Top 10 wealth managers in Winter Gardens 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 wealth managers in Winter Gardens at a glance
RankBusinessRFA ScoreGoogle ratingBased inHoursNotable for
1Darrin A. Santos, CFP®-FSI Wealth705.0★ (77)San Diego, 14 mi away—Top score
2Canter Wealth705.0★ (92)La Jolla, 20 mi away——
3IDA Wealth - Intelligence Driven Advisers695.0★ (131)Carlsbad, 27 mi away—Most reviews
4Copley Wealth Management694.8★ (82)San Diego, 14 mi away——
5Traction Wealth Management695.0★ (60)San Diego, 18 mi away——
6Platt Wealth Management685.0★ (31)San Diego, 11 mi away——
7Seaside Wealth Management685.0★ (78)Carlsbad, 28 mi away——
8Prosperity Private Wealth674.8★ (23)Chula Vista, 10 mi awaySat · Sun · Evenings—
9Well-Traveled Wealth675.0★ (27)San Diego, 16 mi away——
10Pacific Wealth Management674.9★ (34)San Diego, 19 mi away——

All 63 wealth managers in Winter Gardens, 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 Canter Wealth

    Based in La Jolla, 20 mi away

    70/100RFA Score

    Ranked #2 because of its Google rating and specialty focus: 5.0★ from 92 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Financial planner”.

    • 5.0★ from 92 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 9 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    7825 Fay Ave #140, La Jolla, CA 92037
    View profile for Canter Wealth(858) 812-7550

  4. #4 Copley Wealth Management

    Based in San Diego, 14 mi away

    69/100RFA Score

    Ranked #4 because of its Google rating and specialty focus: 4.8★ from 82 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Financial planner”.

    • 4.8★ from 82 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Tue 9 AM–5 PM · Wed closed · Thu–Fri 9 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    5898 Copley Dr Ste 101, San Diego, CA 92111
    View profile for Copley Wealth Management(619) 294-6008

  6. #6 Platt Wealth Management

    Based in San Diego, 11 mi away

    68/100RFA Score

    Ranked #6 because of its Google rating and specialty focus: 5.0★ from 31 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Financial advisor”.

    • 5.0★ from 31 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Thu 9 AM–4:30 PM · Fri 9 AM–4 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    3838 Camino Del Rio N Unit 365, San Diego, CA 92108
    View profile for Platt Wealth Management(619) 255-9554

  7. #7 Seaside Wealth Management

    Based in Carlsbad, 28 mi away

    68/100RFA Score

    Ranked #7 because of its Google rating and specialty focus: 5.0★ from 78 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Financial planner”.

    • 5.0★ from 78 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Thu 8 AM–5 PM · Fri 8 AM–4 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    6154 Innovation Way, Carlsbad, CA 92009
    View profile for Seaside Wealth Management(760) 730-8120

  9. #9 Well-Traveled Wealth

    Based in San Diego, 16 mi away

    67/100RFA Score

    Ranked #9 because of its Google rating and specialty focus: 5.0★ from 27 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Financial planner”.

    • 5.0★ from 27 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 9 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    9191 Towne Centre Dr #370, San Diego, CA 92122
    View profile for Well-Traveled Wealth(858) 880-0356

  10. #10 Pacific Wealth Management

    Based in San Diego, 19 mi away

    67/100RFA Score

    Ranked #10 because of its Google rating and specialty focus: 4.9★ from 34 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Financial planner”.

    • 4.9★ from 34 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Thu 6:30 AM–4 PM · Fri 6:30 AM–3 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    11512 El Camino Real #350, San Diego, CA 92130
    View profile for Pacific Wealth Management(858) 509-9797

  12. #12 Trajan Wealth

    Based in Carlsbad, 30 mi away

    66/100RFA Score

    Ranked #12 because of its Google rating and specialty focus: 5.0★ from 55 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Financial planner”.

    • 5.0★ from 55 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 8 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    701 Palomar Airport Rd #300, Carlsbad, CA 92011
    View profile for Trajan Wealth(760) 607-4444

  15. #15 Elite Wealth Management

    Based in San Diego, 12 mi away

    66/100RFA Score

    Ranked #15 because of its Google rating and specialty focus: 5.0★ from 16 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Financial advisor”.

    • 5.0★ from 16 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 9 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    2727 Camino del Rio S Ste 150, San Diego, CA 92108
    View profile for Elite Wealth Management(858) 372-2762

  21. #21 CFG Wealth Management

    Based in San Diego, 16 mi away

    65/100RFA Score

    Ranked #21 because of its Google rating and specialty focus: 4.6★ from 20 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Financial planner”.

    • 4.6★ from 20 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 9 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    9920 Pacific Heights Blvd #100, San Diego, CA 92121
    View profile for CFG Wealth Management(858) 550-3960

  24. #24 EP Wealth Advisors

    Based in San Diego, 17 mi away

    65/100RFA Score

    Ranked #24 because of its Google rating and specialty focus: 5.0★ from 14 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Financial planner”.

    • 5.0★ from 14 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 8 AM–4:30 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    3655 Nobel Dr #200, San Diego, CA 92122
    View profile for EP Wealth Advisors(858) 622-9009

How we ranked Winter Gardens wealth managers

We scored 63 Winter Gardens 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.

Read the full method: formula, sources and exclusions

RFA Score factors and weights
FactorWeightComputed fromIn Winter Gardens 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 wealth manager

  1. 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.
  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 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 Winter Gardens: frequently asked questions

Which wealth manager has the highest RFA Score in Winter Gardens?

By RFA Score, the highest-ranked wealth manager in Winter Gardens, CA is Darrin A. Santos, CFP®-FSI Wealth with an RFA Score of 70/100. It has 5.0★ from 77 Google reviews. Canter Wealth (#2) and IDA Wealth - Intelligence Driven Advisers (#3) follow. We ranked 63 wealth managers on eight factors, last updated November 9, 2026.

How many wealth managers are there in Winter Gardens?

RankedFinancialAdvisors ranks 63 wealth managers serving Winter Gardens, CA. Counts are as of November 2026.

Which wealth managers in Winter Gardens work on weekends?

2 of 63 ranked wealth managers post Saturday hours and 1 post Sunday hours. The highest-ranked open Saturdays is Prosperity Private Wealth (#8). Many advisors meet by appointment, including evenings or by video, outside their posted office hours.

What Google rating do Winter Gardens wealth managers have?

The median Google rating among 63 rated wealth managers in Winter Gardens is 5.0★, with a median of 11 reviews. IDA Wealth - Intelligence Driven Advisers has the most, 131 reviews, and ranks #3. 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 Winter Gardens count in this ranking?

Yes, if they are within 40 mi of the Winter Gardens 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 Winter Gardens 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 Winter Gardens 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 Winter Gardens

  1. November 2026: RFA Scores recalculated for 63 wealth managers serving Winter Gardens.
  2. November 2026: 1 duplicate listing merged.

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