<prompt> Human: This isnt precisely for me, but more asking general advice.Ive seen people on this sub recommend getting an FA to everyone who gets a big windfall. But, assuming they have gone through the steps in the wiki and found a fee-only CFP with a fiduciary duty to them who checks out, etc., and assuming they know nothing about finances - how do they know if the FA they find is the best for them? Or even good for them?Just like doctors who have all the right certifications, even the most honest, best-intentioned FAs who are great on paper can turn out to be just plain bad at their job in reality. So: What are some red flags that should tell you to run from an FA andor ignore their advice? On the flip side, what are some good signs that you should stick with someone?I think having a section on the FA part of the wiki with some of these as general guidelines or things to watch for might help a lot of people.  <response>: NAPFA is a great place to start looking. When you sit down with an advisor ask yourself are they selling themselves and the value they can provide me, or are they selling their products? as well as are they actively listening to me and my situation, or are they just looking for niche selling points?Finding a fee-only Registered Investment Advisor firm with advisors holding CFP, MBACFA would be a good start point in your evaluation. 