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Cetera Planning Partners

Financial planner · Olathe, KS · reviewed since 2021

How the Experts Score is calculatedEach factor is scored 0–100 on absolute terms (standing in the category can only raise it), then weighted; problems flagged in review highlights or a recent slide in ratings are subtracted:Satisfaction 59%99+58.1Reliability 26%99+25.8Value 15%100+15.2Experts Score= 99Not enough data for replies to reviews; its weight is shared by the others.Grade A: A = 80+, B = 60–79, C = 40–59, D = 20–39. Needs 10+ reviews.99SCORE
AGradeLetter from the Experts Score: A = 80+, B = 60–79, C = 40–59, D = 20–39, F = under 20.
#1 of 26 financial advisorsPosition by Experts Score among all companies we track in this category. · better than 100%
5.0 ★★★★★ 135 Google reviews · 17 photos
99%five-star reviews
5.00★last 12 monthsAverage stars on reviews from the last 12 months only.
0%1–2★ in 2 yearsShare of 1–2★ reviews in the last 24 months — or the 20 newest reviews when the company had fewer than 20 in that time.
0%reviews answered by the owner
Oct 2026latest review

Cetera Planning Partners at a glance

Google reviewers rate Cetera Planning Partners five stars based on 135 reviews, highlighting consistent themes of knowledgeable advice, responsive communication, and comprehensive services including investment management, tax planning, and estate planning. Clients frequently mention the firm's use of digital tools for portfolio monitoring, low fee structures, and a collaborative approach that helps clients navigate market volatility. With no owner replies recorded, the feedback exclusively praises the team's professionalism and long-term client retention without noting specific criticisms.

  • Google rating: 5.0 out of 5 from 135 reviews (99% five-star).
  • Reviews on this page: 135 Google reviews (129 with written comments).
  • Owner responses: the business replied to 0% of reviews.
  • Most recent review: October 18, 2026.
  • Service: Financial Advisor serving Olathe, Kansas.

Data from Google, last updated October 25, 2026.

Score profile vs other financial advisors

Score per factor (100 = best)Each factor is scored 0–100 on absolute terms (star average, share of 1–2★ reviews, price verdicts…); standing within the category can only raise it, never lower it.. Strongest: craft & service and value; weakest: reliability.

Satisfaction99Reliability99Craft & service100Value100Momentum100Replies to reviews–Satisfaction: 99 (median 97)Reliability: 99 (median 97)Craft & service: 100 (median 100)Value: 100 (median 100)Momentum: 100 (median 100)
Cetera Planning PartnersFinancial Advisors median0 = centre, 100 = best
SatisfactionSatisfaction · 54% of the scoreRecency-weighted star average (2-year half-life), shrunk toward the category mean by review volume; the company’s own lifetime average as the prior; absolute: 4.0★ = 0, 5★ = 100.Cetera Planning Partners: 99/100 on this factor. Category median: 97.A
99
ReliabilityReliability · 24% of the scoreHow rarely jobs go badly: share of 1–2★ reviews — 60% the last 24 months (or the 20 newest if fewer), 40% all-time; 0% = 100, 15%+ = 0; the category percentile can only raise it.Cetera Planning Partners: 99/100 on this factor. Category median: 97.A
99
Craft & serviceCraft & service · penalty only, up to −10 pointsGoogle review highlights: Quality, Professionalism, Responsiveness, Punctuality — how rarely reviewers flag them as a negative, per review since highlights began; 0% = 100, 5%+ = 0. Subtracted from the score (up to −10), never averaged in — clean highlights are the norm, not a bonus.Cetera Planning Partners: 100/100 on this factor. Category median: 100.A
100
ValueValue · 14% of the scoreCustomers’ own price verdicts (Great / Reasonable vs Overpriced) and Value highlights; 65% absolute (all “reasonable” ≈ 80, “great” = 100), the category percentile can only raise it.Cetera Planning Partners: 100/100 on this factor. Category median: 100.A
100
MomentumMomentum · penalty only, up to −10 pointsPenalises only a real slide: last-12-month average below lifetime (−0.5★ = 0). Still 4.8★+ over the last year, or steady/improving = 100. Subtracted from the score (up to −10), never averaged in.Cetera Planning Partners: 100/100 on this factor. Category median: 100.A
100
Replies to reviewsReplies to reviews · 7% of the scoreHow often the owner publicly replies to reviews under 5★ (1–4★). Needs 3+ such reviews, otherwise not counted; 65% absolute (80%+ replied = 100), the category percentile can only raise it.Not enough reviews for this factor yet. Category median: 45.–
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Star ratings

135 Google reviews we collected

  • 5 stars13399%
  • 4 stars21%
  • 3 stars00%
  • 2 stars00%
  • 1 star00%

Praise vs complaints

Phrases our text analysis found in 129 written reviews

  • Praise172100%
  • Complaints00%

PriceGoogle asks reviewers whether the price was great, reasonable or overpriced; these are their answers.

Price verdicts customers left with their Google review

  • Great price754%
  • Reasonable646%
  • Overpriced00%
  • Not sure00%

Topic share

How often each topic comes up in the written reviews

  • Staff & attitude5431%
  • Would recommend3420%
  • Honesty & trust2917%
  • Speed & response2213%
  • Communication169%
  • Quality & results127%
  • Price & value53%

What customers talk about

We read 129 written reviews and marked every phrase about these topics. The same colors are highlighted in the reviews.

  • “They are reliable, professional, knowledgeable experts in everything they do.”
  • “I highly recommend them for all your financial planning needs from IRAs, stocks, savings and retirement plans, they do it all and more.”
  • “Have been working with the TRGP Team for over 10 years and always found them to be honest, focused on my needs and knowledgeable.”
  • “Paul is a patient teacher, quick to respond to questions, and continues to educate us each step along the way on this retirement journey.”
  • “He is good at explaining what everything means, and answers our questions in way that it is clear and understanding.”
  • “Very thorough in evaluating what we have, what we need, and how to achieve our retirement goals.”
  • “After my husband's death, he has given me invaluable financial advice and has shown a great deal of concern for my general well-being.”

People customers mention

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  • Dreher 7 reviews
  • Dwight 6 reviews
  • Stegall 5 reviews
  • Hedman 5 reviews

praise complaint · found by our text analysis, Google review wording unchanged.

Reviews for your job

Customers hired Cetera Planning Partners for 6 kinds of job. Pick one to see what they paid and said.

Recent reviews

MitziLocal Guide · 106 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · a week ago★★★★★

Been with them for more than 5 years. I was able to retire 2 yrs ago as our investments were able to grow and we are at a very strong point with no debt.

Great priceFinancial planRetirement savings consultingInvestment advising
Cris11 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · 10 months ago★★★★★

I’ve enjoyed working with this group for decades. They are reliable, professional, knowledgeable experts in everything they do. I highly recommend them for all your financial planning needs from IRAs, stocks, savings and retirement plans, they do it all and more.

Eric3 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · 11 months ago★★★★★

Have been working with the TRGP Team for over 10 years and always found them to be honest, focused on my needs and knowledgeable. Their planning and investment strategies respond well to market changes to provide the planned returns to my portfolio. I’m very happy with the quality of their services and their…

Reasonable priceFinancial planRetirement savings consultingInvestment advising
Tullus10 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · a year ago★★★★★

Absolutely outstanding professionalism, knowledge and expert guidance regarding my portfolio! 100% satisfaction.

Great priceFinancial planInvestment advising
Ed8 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · a year ago★★★★★

I was introduced to The Retirement Planning Group from an existing client. I have seen my account grow and have used their services for tax planning and estate planning services. I have been very pleased with all their services and my account representative, Taylor Pearson.

Reasonable priceFinancial planEstate planningRetirement savings consulting
Liz5 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · a year ago★★★★★

Our financial advisor, Bill Parrott, with The Retirement Planning Group is the BEST! He is great at investing money well. He is good at explaining what everything means, and answers our questions in way that it is clear and understanding. Bill has been our advisor for many years. We are so grateful to have Bill…

Great priceFinancial planRetirement savings consultingInvestment advising

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Customer reviews

5.0 ★★★★★ 135 reviews on Google · rating breakdown

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Mitzi LucasLocal Guide · 106 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Mitzi has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
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★★★★★

Been with them for more than 5 years. I was able to retire 2 yrs ago as our investments were able to grow and we are at a very strong point with no debt.

  • Price assessment: Great price
  • Services: Financial plan, Retirement savings consulting, Investment advising, Tax planning, Wealth management
Cris Holstrom11 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Cris has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
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★★★★★

I’ve enjoyed working with this group for decades. They are reliable, professional, knowledgeable experts in everything they do. I highly recommend them for all your financial planning needs from IRAs, stocks, savings and retirement plans, they do it all and more.

Eric Kraus3 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Eric has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
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★★★★★

Have been working with the TRGP Team for over 10 years and always found them to be honest, focused on my needs and knowledgeable. Their planning and investment strategies respond well to market changes to provide the planned returns to my portfolio. I’m very happy with the quality of their services and their integrity. A “must check out” if you’re looking for financial and retirement planning firms!

  • Price assessment: Reasonable price
  • Services: Financial plan, Retirement savings consulting, Investment advising, Tax planning
Tullus Gordon10 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Tullus has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
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★★★★★

Absolutely outstanding professionalism, knowledge and expert guidance regarding my portfolio! 100% satisfaction.

  • Price assessment: Great price
  • Services: Financial plan, Investment advising
Ed Hamil8 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Ed has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
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★★★★★

I was introduced to The Retirement Planning Group from an existing client. I have seen my account grow and have used their services for tax planning and estate planning services. I have been very pleased with all their services and my account representative, Taylor Pearson.

  • Price assessment: Reasonable price
  • Services: Financial plan, Estate planning, Retirement savings consulting, Investment advising, Tax planning, Wealth management
Marietta Washington3 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Marietta has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
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★★★★★

It has been such a blessing for my husband and I to work with Paul Dreher, Financial advisor, for the past 3 years. The service & expertise he and his staff provides continues to be just outstanding! Paul is a patient teacher, quick to respond to questions, and continues to educate us each step along the way on this retirement journey. We trust The Retirement Planning Group (TRPG) to share timely information to help us make informed decisions about our finances and feel confident we'll continue to enjoy our lives during these retirement years! Another service offering is CPA/Tax services with TRPG. Working with Elisha and her staff during tax time or just whenever we have tax questions make TRPG a "one-stop shop" for our financial needs. If you're in need of financial services, who will educate you on the process and value you as a customer, please call The Retirement Planning Group of Leawood KS.

  • Price assessment: Great price
  • Services: Financial plan, Retirement savings consulting, Investment advising, Tax planning, Wealth management
Liz Hahn5 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Liz has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
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★★★★★

Our financial advisor, Bill Parrott, with The Retirement Planning Group is the BEST! He is great at investing money well. He is good at explaining what everything means, and answers our questions in way that it is clear and understanding. Bill has been our advisor for many years. We are so grateful to have Bill with his expertise and knowledge working for us.

  • Price assessment: Great price
  • Services: Financial plan, Retirement savings consulting, Investment advising
Glenda Phillips3 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Glenda has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
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★★★★★

Very thorough in evaluating what we have, what we need, and how to achieve our retirement goals. Excellent app that we can access to show our financial position that day, and great annual meeting to update and review our plan.

  • Price assessment: Great price
  • Services: Financial plan, Retirement savings consulting
Randy ByrneLocal Guide · 118 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Randy has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
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★★★★★

I have worked with Timothy Watters & Colin Watters for >20 years now. They have always been willing to educate me & provide sage advice, while effectively managing my portfolio. They are exceptional in what they do & I am very grateful for the above average returns they have consistently delivered while helping me navigate the financial storms that have emerged in the last few decades.

  • Price assessment: Reasonable price
  • Services: Financial plan, Retirement savings consulting, Investment advising
Greg Powell5 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Greg has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
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★★★★★

I have been using this business for one year now and David Nyman has been awesome the entire time!

  • Price assessment: Reasonable price
  • Services: Financial plan, Estate planning, Retirement savings consulting, Investment advising

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