Whether through a friend of a friend or on FinTok , there are a lot of ways to find a financial advisor these days. Picking the right person for your needs is a different story.

"If you can't make a connection, chances are the advice might be a little sterile because it's not about you," said Paul Brahim, a certified financial planner and president of the Financial Planning Association.

Fortunately, there are some tried-and-true rules for vetting a financial professional, as well as a few key red flags to watch out for.

Before initiating what could be one of your most important relationships, here are those warning signs, according to experts.

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