Smith, Moore & Co. is a registered investment advisor and broker-dealer founded in 1913, with its principal office in Clayton, Missouri. Smith Moore offers direct asset management through its financial advisors, allowing them to manage portfolios on a discretionary or non-discretionary basis. In addition to custom portfolio management, Smith Moore provides specialized programs such as the Open Architecture Advisory Plan and the Select Models Advisory Plan, which utilizes American Funds portfolio series. Clients can also access third-party investment managers selected by their financial advisor. Beyond investment management, Smith Moore financial advisors provide investment consulting and financial planning services, covering areas such as retirement planning, tax strategies, estate planning, risk management, business succession, and insurance analysis. While financial planning and investment consulting are offered, the firm primarily focuses on portfolio management and brokerage services. Clients may work with the firm on a fee basis for advisory services or utilize traditional brokerage and insurance services for commission-based compensation. Smith Moore acts as a registered investment advisor and broker-dealer, clearing its accounts through RBC Clearing & Custody.
| Portfolio Value | Annual Fee |
|---|---|
| Any | 3.00% |
Annual fees generally range between 0.5% and 3.0% of managed assets and are negotiable based on account size, investment types, portfolio complexity, and related family accounts.