Tom Brough Financial Advisor Excellence Tom Brough of Chicago is the President of Brough Investment Advisors, an independently Registered Investment Advisor group he formed in 2009. He graduated from DePaul University and has been a financial advisor since completing his undergraduate studies and getting his degree in 1993. In addition, he is a hedge fund manager who currently manages the Hedge Access Group's portfolio of funds, and is also a licensed life insurance agent. Tom believes that most people who are new to investing in the stock market will usually do so through mutual funds. Most clients rely on the advice they get from financial advisors and with that advice comes a great responsibility. If you find a great Registered Investment Advisor, they are going to explain investment options in terms of the overall goals and objectives of each client, and review those options regularly. Tom Brough of Chicago says that Brough Investment Advisors are always working to improve their processes. They are committed to earning the trust of each of their clients with the utmost integrity and most successful results possible. Investing money can be a tricky matter, and it is highly unadvisable to invest without the guidance of a seasoned and reputable professional. Tom Brough of Chicago says that the mission of Brough Investment Advisors is to provide each of the firm's clients with a positive, long-term investment experience. He says that there is a difference between an advisor, such as himself, and a broker. An advisor is legally obligated to act in the best interests of a client. On the other hand, a broker, does not have to live up to that obligation. The advice of a broker is going to be appropriate to the situation, he says, but it will not necessarily be in the client's best interest. Think of an advisor as a personal consultant for your financial gain and well-being, not just some salesman who is trying to convince you to take unwarranted risks. Tom Brough of Chicago believes heavily in low-cost investment management while giving clients access to unique private money managers they would not commonly have access to because of their light up front investments. He also wants to provide an advisor relationship that is built on personal trust and the integrity of the entire company. An investment advisor, he says, has a responsibility to each client to provide them with sound investment advice, and to always act in the best interest of the client.