HOW AN ADVISOR IS PAID

When you select a Financial Advisor, there are many factors to consider. What type of account is best for you? How often will you need advice? How much do you want to invest? Often, when asking these types of questions, many investors also want to know how an advisor is paid.

Wachovia Securities Financial Advisors offer services designed to help you generate and manage wealth through financial planning, asset management, and tailored investment strategies. They work with you to help you devise a plan that supports your financial objectives—no matter what your stage of life or investment experience. Their compensation depends on the type of advice and level of service you receive.

Advisors are compensated in a variety of ways.
To achieve your objectives, financial professionals have a variety of products to choose from and can offer you many different levels of service. The combination of products and frequency of service generally determines how an advisor is paid. Depending on the institution and the investment selection, typical advisor pay structures may include fee-based, commission-based, a fee plus commission-based, or salaried format.

Because these compensation plans can vary by financial institution, be sure to ask your Financial Advisor for details regarding your particular financial situation.

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