One role of a financial adviser is to manage the emotions that come with investing, which is a good reason to have an adviser assist in managing your portfolio. That lack of emotion should lead to better decisions and outcomes over time.
Countless research findings show that being able to manage emotions is a ingredient for investment success. However, the focus of this research is often, if not always, on the client. Who is paying attention to the emotions of the adviser? What effect does adviser behaviour have on client portfolios and investment outcomes? ..
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