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First Command Financial Services

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First Command Financial Services Financial Advisor Associate reviews

4.4

81% would recommend to a friend

(141 total reviews)
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Mark Steffe

92% approve of CEO

87% positive business outlook

Financial Advisor Associate employees have rated First Command Financial Services with 4.4 out of 5 stars, based on 141 company reviews on Glassdoor. This indicates that most Financial Advisor Associate professionals have an excellent working experience there. First Command Financial Services is rated 22% above average by Financial Advisor Associate professionals compared to other employers within the Financial Services industry (3.6 stars).

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141 reviews
3.0
Apr 25, 2024
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Pros

I liked working at First Command because you get to work solely with military members. There is also incentives that you can receive to add to your commissions to make your income a bit more stable

Cons

During my employment, I had a $1,700 office bill I had to pay each month, and also a $300 payment that paid for something at the home office (I don’t even know what it was for). You also only get about 4 months on salary so you have 4 months to build your BOB and then you’re fully on commissions.

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First Command Financial Services Response
2y
Thank you for sharing your experience as a First Command Financial Advisor. Many of our Financial Advisors tell us one of the most compelling elements of this career is the opportunity to serve military personnel and their families in a meaningful way. One of our most valuable offerings is the Fast Start program, which provides intense professional development to prepare new people to act as independent Advisors. Some of the benefits of that program include paying new Advisors during the training period and offering a full array of employee benefits. Through the program, our Advisors learn how to build and grow their own business, serve new clients and provide face-to-face financial coaching. As you mentioned, our Advisors are eligible to earn a strong income through competitive industry commissions on sales of financial products, plus additional annual and deferred compensation. From that money they pay their business expenses, including office bills. The rewards of hard work and dedication are a satisfying career, a company that fully supports you, and the opportunity to help those who serve in their pursuit of lifelong financial security. We appreciate your feedback and will be sharing your comments with leadership.
4.0
Mar 13, 2024

Great Opportunity

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Pros

Team environment Training support Awesome financial plan support Pay potential and bonuses

Cons

Lead generation requires base access often times Busy military schedule accommodation Sales script is insanely long Once you burn through your leads, you have to prospect alone Leadership can be hit or miss

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First Command Financial Services Response
2y
Thank you for sharing your experience. We’re excited to hear about your positive experiences with our team, to include the training and financial plan support you’ve received as an Advisor. We also appreciate you sharing areas for growth, which we take very seriously and will share with management. Regarding prospecting and lead generation, we understand how challenging this element of the business can be, but we have a range of resources and support available to help Advisors succeed. We encourage you to rely on your training and ask your leader for guidance, as necessary. We’re excited about your future with our team and hope you’ll give us another review down the line as your business grows.
5.0
Feb 29, 2024
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Pros

Fantastic training! Great systems support! Great Flexibility

Cons

Low initial pay, buts gets better if you hit your quotas Have to market on your own

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First Command Financial Services Response
2y
Thank you for sharing your perspective with us. We appreciate your comments on the benefits of working at First Command, including training, scheduling flexibility, and dedicated support from our Home Office. At First Command, one of our most valuable offerings is the Fast Start program, which provides intense professional development to prepare new people for success as independent Advisors. Some of the benefits of that program include paying new Advisors during the training period. Through the program, our Advisors learn how to build and grow their own business, serve new clients, and provide quality, face-to-face financial coaching. Our Advisors are eligible to earn a strong income through competitive industry commissions on sales of financial products, plus additional annual and deferred compensation. We appreciate your feedback and thank you for taking the time to share your experience. Remember, you may be an independent Advisor, but you are not alone in this venture. The Home Office is here to support you on your journey at First Command. We’re excited you’re here and hope you’ll send another review down the line as your business grows.
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