Kirby just inherited $250,000. He would like to hire a financial advisor to provide financial advice and to manage the inheritan
ce. Kirby has interviewed two potential advisors. The first person indicated that he would not charge for his advice but would charge a 4.50% commission on any mutual funds purchased when managing the $250,000. The second person indicated that she would charge $2,500 to write a financial plan and 1% of any asset she manages. Which advisor should Kirby choose if he wants the $250,000 managed and is interested in minimizing his upfront expenses? A. The first advisor because there is no planning fee.
B. The second advisor because the total first-year cost is $5,000.
C. The first advisor because the total first-year cost is $5,000.
D. Because the cost is approximately the same, either advisor could be selected.
According to the details given in the question on the two financial advisor's approach, the first advisor does not request a payment but a commission on the funds purchased with the inheritance money. The second advisor does request payment for the job and also a share on the assets managed with the inheritance money.
If Kirby wants to minimize the upfront expenses which can be described as the sum that is paid before a service or a job is done, then the first advisor is the better option. So the answer is A.
