To help develop the Elite Advisors methodology and assess participating firms, CNBC consulted with AccuPoint Solutions and Cerulli Associates.

To help develop the Elite Advisors methodology and assess participating firms, CNBC consulted with AccuPoint Solutions and Cerulli Associates.

CNBC Elite Advisors recognizes wealth management firms serving high net worth and UHNW clients.

Most registered investment advisors say they serve wealthy clients. The CNBC Elite Advisors list aims to help ultra-high net worth investors narrow the field.

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