Financial Advisor vs Financial Planner in India: RIA, MFD, or CFP — Who Should You Actually Hire?
Direct Answer: A “financial advisor” is a broad, unregulated term in India. It can mean anyone from a bank relationship manager to an insurance agent. What actually matters is the specific registration behind the title. A SEBI Registered Investment Adviser (RIA) charges a fee and carries fiduciary duty. An AMFI Registered Mutual Fund Distributor (MFD) […]

