Experienced Financial Advisors
Advisors choose how to affiliate — traditional employee or independent franchisee, in a team or solo practice.

Choose the business model that's right for you
At Ameriprise Financial, we recognize that one size doesn’t fit all. That’s why we offer two distinct business models and unique opportunities within each.
Grow your practice as an employee advisor while we manage the infrastructure, cover the overhead costs and handle the business details. Take advantage of the culture, camaraderie and networking available within a branch office. Advisor Group advisors get:
- Comprehensive employee benefits, including health, vision, dental, life and disability insurance and more
- Competitive payouts up to 55%
- The ability to leverage a strong national brand
- Local and national support, including accessible leaders and an extended group of specialists
- Office space in one of the Ameriprise Financial branch locations nationwide
- Peer-to-peer mentoring, plus training and coaching, including CFP® certification support
- Day-to-day contact with local leaders and colleagues, with opportunities for sharing best practices
Enjoy independence and the support of a strong national brand. Build equity while running your own franchise and leveraging the support and strength of America's leading financial planning company. Franchise advisors get:
- Equity ownership opportunities
- Payouts up to 91% with deferred compensation potential
- The ability to leverage a strong national brand
- Office branding assistance and the opportunity to choose your own location
- Local and national support, including accessible leaders and an extended group of specialists (some available at an additional cost)
- Peer-to-peer mentoring, plus training and coaching, including CFP® certification support
- Access to capital for practice acquisition
- Succession planning resources
How will you be compensated at Ameriprise Financial? View our compensation packages to learn more about payouts, benefits and expenses.
Certified Financial Planner Board of Standards Inc. owns the certification marks CFP ®, CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER™ and federally registered CFP (with flame design) in the U.S., which it awards to individuals who successfully complete CFP Board's initial and ongoing certification requirements.
This information is not intended as an offer to sell, or the solicitation of an offer to buy, a franchise. It is for information purposes only. Associate Financial Advisors in the Ameriprise Franchise Group are not employed by Ameriprise Financial, but are employees of or contract with a Franchise Advisor. Ameriprise Financial, 1491 Ameriprise Financial Center, Minneapolis, MN 55474 MN Permit #F-3872


