Hi friends and thanks for joining me on the Money Girl Podcast.

I'm Laura Adams, the author of the brand new book Money Girls Smart

moves to Grow Rich.

Now let's talk about financial advisors.

Seeking help from advisors is a smart way to get your personal finances in shape this year,

even if you have a do-it-yourself philosophy about handling your money.

Before you make an appointment, however, you should get to know the different

types of advisors and understand exactly what they do. Advisors can play a critical role in helping

you build wealth, protect your assets, answer complex questions,

plan for retirement, improve your money management skills, and break through barriers that are holding you back from accomplishing more.

Financial advisors are for everyone, not just the rich and famous.

You can meet with an advisor for a one-time consultation or maintain an ongoing relationship.

The idea is to find the right advisor for your specific needs.

So without further ado, here are six types of financial advisors, what they do, what they

charge, and how they can help you achieve your financial goals.

Financial advisor number one, a tax accountant.

A tax accountant has expertise in tax planning, filing income tax returns, and preparing

financial statements.

If you have anything that's complicated when it comes to taxes,

like rental property, business interests,

self-employment income, or a home office,

be sure to hire an accountant to do your taxes.

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