Are traditional investment firms so horrible?

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You must remember you're coming to a forum where people love managing their own money. Asking the question here is like asking a used car salesman if you should buy a new car

I think most people here wouldn't mind an advisor that can give unbiased advice. The problem is that most people in the financial industry are profiting by selling certain products, so their advice leans towards what they can profit from.