We graded 3 companies on seven things customers actually report: satisfaction, reliability, workmanship, value, momentum, track record and how owners handle complaints.
—typical jobiMedian of the bill customers reported in their Google review (Google asks reviewers for a price range; we use the middle of each range).
99%say the price was fairiOf customers who rated the price, the share who chose “Great price” or “Reasonable” rather than “Overpriced”.
4.94★average ratingiPlain average of every Google star rating we collected for these companies.
0.8%bad jobs (1–2★, 2 yrs)iShare of 1–2★ reviews in the last 24 months — or the 20 newest reviews when the company had fewer than 20 in that time.
From 2,742 Google reviews of 34 top-rated financial advisors nationwide; 3 of them in Hickory Hills, IL. Updated November 2, 2026.
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Experts Score 0–100iExperts Score (0–100)Absolute quality first: recency-weighted star average (≈54%), share of 1–2★ reviews (≈24%), customers’ price verdicts (≈14%), owner replies to critical reviews (≈7%); minus up to 10 points each for complaints flagged in Google review highlights and for a real slide in recent ratings. Hover a company’s score on its page for the full breakdown. and a letter grade per factor (A = top 20% of financial advisors).
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ScoreiExperts Score (0–100)Absolute quality first: recency-weighted star average (≈54%), share of 1–2★ reviews (≈24%), customers’ price verdicts (≈14%), owner replies to critical reviews (≈7%); minus up to 10 points each for complaints flagged in Google review highlights and for a real slide in recent ratings. Hover a company’s score on its page for the full breakdown.
FactorsiFactor grades, in orderSatisfaction (54%): Recency-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.Reliability (24%): How 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.Craft & service (0%): Google 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.Value (14%): Customers’ own price verdicts (Great / Reasonable vs Overpriced) and Value highlights; 65% absolute (all “reasonable” ≈ 80, “great” = 100), the category percentile can only raise it.Momentum (0%): Penalises 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.Replies to reviews (7%): How 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.One letter per factor score: A = 80+, B = 60–79, C = 40–59, D = 20–39, F = below 20.
★iGoogle star rating as shown on Google Maps.
Typical billiMedian bill customers of this company reported in their reviews (needs 3+ priced reviews).
A99iHow 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%98+57.5Reliability 26%100+26.1Value 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.
A98iHow 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%98+57.5Reliability 26%98+25.6Value 15%100+15.2Experts Score= 98Not 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.
A98iHow 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%97+56.9Reliability 26%99+25.8Value 15%100+15.2Experts Score= 98Not 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.
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What jobs cost
What customers paid, from the price Google asks reviewers to report.
Job
Lowi25th percentile: 1 in 4 customers paid less than this.
TypicaliMedian of the bill customers reported in their Google review (Google asks reviewers for a price range; we use the middle of each range).
Highi75th percentile: 1 in 4 customers paid more than this.
FairiOf customers who rated the price, the share who chose “Great price” or “Reasonable” rather than “Overpriced”.
Financial Advisors in Hickory Hills, IL at a glance
How the 3 financial advisors we rated in Hickory Hills, IL compare, and what customers praise most.
Experts Score grades
A = score 80+, F = below 20.
3companies
Grade A3100%
Grade B00%
Grade C00%
Grade D00%
Grade F00%
Google ratings
Average stars per company.
4.99avg ★
4.90★ and up3100%
4.80–4.89★00%
4.60–4.79★00%
Below 4.60★00%
What customers praise
Share of Google review highlights.
404highlights
Quality9223%
Professionalism12531%
Responsiveness10927%
Punctuality00%
Value7819%
Was the price fair?
All price verdicts left with reviews.
99%fair
Great price15463%
Reasonable8133%
Overpriced31%
Not sure52%
Price verdicts by year
Share calling it great / reasonable / overpriced.
2025
2026
How we grade
Satisfaction (54%) — Recency-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.
Reliability (24%) — How 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.
Craft & service (penalty, up to −10) — Google 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.
Value (14%) — Customers’ own price verdicts (Great / Reasonable vs Overpriced) and Value highlights; 65% absolute (all “reasonable” ≈ 80, “great” = 100), the category percentile can only raise it.
Momentum (penalty, up to −10) — Penalises 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.
Replies to reviews (7%) — How 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.
The 3 best-rated financial advisors in Hickory Hills, IL average 5.0★ on Google across 266 reviews. Michael Conroy and Associates has the top rating (5.0★). Updated October 28, 2026.
3 companies that meet our bar: rated 4.5★ or higher on Google, with a meaningful review history (266 reviews combined) and currently operating. Request a call back and the company will phone you directly.
Financial consultant · 10101 S Roberts Rd #101, Palos Hills, IL 60465
“Our personal experience with Michael and staff was nothing less than exceptional. His knowledge and expertise in the area of Estate Planning was everything that we expected. We were truly pleased with the outcome and…” — Google review
Accounting firm · 10454 S Harlem Ave, Palos Hills, IL 60465
“I had a great experience getting my car registration done at this office! The process was smooth, quick, and hassle-free, and the staff made everything easy. It’s always nice to receive efficient and professional…” — Google review
Financial planner · 10135 S Roberts Rd #206, Palos Hills, IL 60465
“Shoaibi Financial Services was Professional and handed all of my needs in a timely fashion! Would recommend to anyone! 5/5 will definitely be back!!!” — Google review
We scan Google Maps for financial advisor listings in and around Hickory Hills, keep only open businesses whose main category matches the service, and require a Google rating of at least 4.5 from at least 20 reviews. Companies are ordered by a confidence-weighted score that balances rating and review volume. We do not accept payment for placement.
Frequently asked questions
Who is the highest-rated financial advisor in Hickory Hills?
Michael Conroy and Associates has the highest Google rating on our Hickory Hills list: 5.0 out of 5 from 193 reviews (as of October 28, 2026).
Which financial advisor in Hickory Hills has the most reviews?
Michael Conroy and Associates has the most Google reviews among the companies listed here: 193, with a 5.0★ average.
How are these financial advisors chosen?
Only open Hickory Hills-area businesses whose Google category matches the service, rated at least 4.5★ from at least 20 Google reviews. They are ordered by a confidence-weighted score of rating and review volume. Placement is never paid.