CWM vs SEBI-RIA vs CFP vs Mutual Fund Distributor comparison

CWM® vs SEBI-RIA vs CFP® vs Mutual Fund Distributor: What’s the Real Difference?

Quick Answer: CWM® and CFP® are global training certifications, not SEBI licences. A SEBI-RIA is a fee-only, fiduciary licence barring product commissions; an MFD is an AMFI-registered, commission-based role that can also give incidental advice. Either credential helps an MFD or RIA guide clients better. The right fit depends on your portfolio size — last […]