If you’re going to have a financial advisor, it’s important to find the right person for the job. Make sure you understand what fees you’ll be charged. Are you ahead, or behind on retirement?

Meredith Dietz is Lifehacker’s Senior Staff Writer. She earned her bachelor’s degree in English and Communications from Northeastern University, where she graduated as valedictorian of her college.

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