Any planning have to be SMART (Specific, Measurable, Achievable, Realistic, Time bound), Secondly the success of financial plan lies on the individual choosing their financial planner.
Now the question comes how to choose the financial advisor following are the few points to be considered while choosing your financial advisor.
Look for his total number of years of experience
Consider only people who are offering solution rather than product pusher
Is the recommendation are in line with my financial goals
Avoid advisor who talks only about one product for all your needs
Do not rely on fake promises with regards to higher returns