Who is the best Certified Financial Planner?

Who is the best Certified Financial Planner?

Learn what a CFP is, why high-net-worth individuals need one, and how to find the right advisor for tailored financial planning. Discover how a CFP can help with investment strategies, retirement planning, tax optimization, and estate planning. Get expert insights into evaluating CFPs based on fee structures, fiduciary responsibilities.

Beyond the Rankings: How to Choose the Right Financial Advisor for Your Unique Needs

Beyond the Rankings: How to Choose the Right Financial Advisor for Your Unique Needs

 Top advisor rankings like Forbes and Barron’s may showcase big names and billions in assets—but they don’t tell the whole story. The best financial advisor for you may not be the most visible one. Amy Parvaneh, founder of Select Advisors Institute, helps high-net-worth individuals evaluate their current advisor relationships, assess proposals, and find the right fit—without pressure or sales tactics. She joins meetings, reviews fee structures, and acts as a private, unbiased partner in one of your most critical financial decisions. If you’re wondering whether your advisor is still the right fit, or want help finding someone who truly aligns with your needs, Amy can help guide the entire process discreetly and strategically.

Financial Advisor vs. Wealth Manager, which ones better?

Financial Advisor vs. Wealth Manager, which ones better?

Learn about the differences between financial advisors and wealth managers, as well as the distinctions between wirehouses and Registered Investment Advisors (RIAs). Understand the key factors to consider when choosing between these options to make an informed decision about your financial future.

The Modern Role of a Fractional Family Office President

The Modern Role of a Fractional Family Office President

Discover how a Fractional Family Office President transforms the way affluent individuals manage wealth. Instead of juggling your RIA, CPA, estate attorney, and other advisors, imagine one relationship overseeing every detail — from coordinating investment strategy and tax planning to managing special projects, philanthropy, and lifestyle needs. Select Advisors Institute bridges the gap between your experts, ensuring nothing falls through the cracks. Ideal for those with complex assets who want clarity, efficiency, and time freedom without the seven-figure overhead of a traditional family office. Maintain your trusted professionals — we make them work in harmony. One relationship. Every detail. Your life, simplified.

Where to Find Top Financial Advisors Locally: A Guide for Affluent Investors

Where to Find Top Financial Advisors Locally: A Guide for Affluent Investors

Looking to find the best local financial advisor to help with wealth management, retirement planning, or complex investment strategies? Select Advisors Institute connects high-net-worth investors with top-tier advisors in their area through a personalized vetting process. We evaluate each advisor’s experience, credentials, and specialty to match you with someone who understands your financial goals and complexities. Whether you're seeking strategic planning or tailored investment advice, our national network ensures you receive guidance from elite professionals nearby. Learn how our matching process works and why so many affluent clients rely on us to identify the most qualified advisors locally. Find confidence in your financial future today.

Everything You Need to Know About Family Offices — From Costs to Leadership and Alternatives

Everything You Need to Know About Family Offices — From Costs to Leadership and Alternatives

What is a family office? How much does it cost to start a single family office, and what does a Family Office President do? Explore the differences between wealth management, single family offices, and multi-family offices — and learn about bill payment management, family governance, and more. Discover why the cost of operating a single family office often exceeds $1M annually, what to pay a Family Office CEO or President, and whether a fractional model may be right for you. Select Advisors Institute, led by Amy Parvaneh, helps families simplify, coordinate, and align their financial lives without the overhead of a full office.

Estate Attorneys, Family Lawyers, and Wealth Managers: Why Collaboration Matters More Than Ever

Estate Attorneys, Family Lawyers, and Wealth Managers: Why Collaboration Matters More Than Ever

Estate planning attorneys, family lawyers, and wealth managers each play vital roles for wealthy families — but without collaboration, critical details can slip through the cracks. Select Advisors Institute, led by Amy Parvaneh, serves as a Fractional Family Office President to bridge these silos. We ensure estate plans are implemented, investments align with trusts, and tax strategies connect with legal realities. For clients, it means fewer meetings, no conflicting advice, and confidence that their team is unified. For professionals, it means stronger referrals, deeper loyalty, and enhanced reputation. Discover how true collaboration elevates client outcomes and protects the legacies of successful families.

How to Choose a Financial Advisor — and Why You Don’t Have to Do It Alone

How to Choose a Financial Advisor — and Why You Don’t Have to Do It Alone

Choosing a financial advisor can feel overwhelming with so many options — RIAs, private banks, and boutique firms all competing for your attention. Select Advisors Institute, led by Amy Parvaneh, helps successful families navigate this process as a Fractional Family Office President. From sourcing and vetting advisors to negotiating fees, coordinating with your CPA and attorney, and ensuring your chosen wealth manager truly aligns with your goals, we act as your trusted guide. You don’t have to become the expert in how to choose an expert — we do that for you. Discover how to make confident, informed choices for your wealth.