When collecting a commission an advisor may be acting as a registered representative or an insurance agent. During your interview, ask for references and a copy of the financial advisor's resume, listing education and professional training, along with any professional designations earned. You can call the accrediting organization later to check on whether the person is a member in good standing. A less tangible but still significant consideration is the more subjective issue of whether you hit it off with a prospective financial advisor. Also do a little investigative work regarding the advisor's firm.
Some companies rotate personnel.
If you choose a firm because of the qualifications of a particular financial professional, keep in mind that a new person may be put in charge of your file at some future time.