It's not very often you'll find a consensus of opinion on this forum. On this topic there can be no doubt. You're being told a load of bollocks by somebody who's primary interest is to relieve you of your money. Take heed from the above.
If you want an aviation career then fixed wing is the way to go. Sure, there are some helicopter pilots on more money than A320 or B737 Captains. The opportunities for that first job, and for subsequent career progression, are infinitely more in fixed wing than helicopter.