Robert J. Collins

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CRD#: 1050424

Professional summary

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That means that the Securities and Exchange Commission may not be able to oversee the services that this specific professional is providing.

Robert Joseph Collins, who also goes by Bob Collins, Robert Collins, was a registered financial professional .

Robert is a previously registered financial professional and started their career in finance in 1982. Robert had worked at 10 firms and has passed the Series 65, Series 63, SIE, Series 7 and Series 24 exams.

Biography

The Collins Investment Group seeks to build life-long investment relationships on a foundation of trust and client satisfaction. We are dedicated to creating the life and legacy you desire by applying our investment experience to your unique goals.

We will work with you to help make the most of your money by providing individual solutions for your investment needs. Your financial advisor creates a tailored plan just for you, and has full freedom to make decisions that are in your best interest.

Our client commitment means understanding your specific needs, educating you about our recommended solutions and developing the most appropriate financial strategies for you and your family. But exceptional service doesn’t stop there; we also provide:

•	Ongoing statements for your portfolio
•	Tax documents
•	Asset-allocation advice
•	Order and confirmation processing
•	Risk/reward analysis of current or potential holdings
•	Portfolio adjustments based on life changes
•	Research from affiliates and correspondents
•	Comprehensive estate strategy, investment retirement and college-planning programs
•	In-depth knowledge of traditional and innovative investment products and programs

By selecting the Collins Investment Group, professionalism, courtesy and promptness are what you can expect and depend on, time and time again.

Question & Answer

What are your service offerings?

Loans/credit services

Financial planning

Insurance

Trading individual securities

Trust & estate planning

Retirement planning

What is your current number of clients?

Greater than 100

Are you a "fiduciary"?

Aliases

Bob Collins | Robert Collins

Other business activities

Outside business activity is any business or activity undertaken by an advisor that is outside the scope of their relationship with their firm (e.g., consulting services, real estate, freelance work, teaching, etc.). Investors should stay informed about these activities to ensure no conflicts of interest.

1) MAISYN JOAN, LLC, NON-INVESTMENT RELATED, BETHESDA, MD, OWNER, 10/2007, 5 HOURS/MONTH, 0 TRADING HOURS, HOLDING COMPANY 2) 2011 Author of book for financial advisors, Principle Matters, 0 hours/month/trading.

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CRS (Client Relationship Summary)

The CRS(Customer Relationship Summary) document is not provided.

Certified licenses

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None

Experience

Past

September 1, 2021 - January 2, 2024

XML FINANCIAL GROUP

RIA

CRD#: 284987

Bethesda, MD

Past

September 1, 2021 - January 2, 2024

XML SECURITIES

CRD#: 145589

BETHESDA, MD

Past

April 18, 2008 - September 7, 2021

WELLS FARGO ADVISORS FINANCIAL NETWORK, LLC

RIA

CRD#: 11025

BETHESDA, MD

Past

April 18, 2008 - September 7, 2021

WELLS FARGO ADVISORS FINANCIAL NETWORK, LLC

CRD#: 11025

BETHESDA, MD

Past

October 1, 1999 - April 18, 2008

WELLS FARGO CLEARING SERVICES, LLC

CRD#: 19616

BETHESDA, MD

Past

March 18, 1992 - April 18, 2008

WELLS FARGO CLEARING SERVICES, LLC

RIA

CRD#: 19616

BETHESDA, MD

Past

March 2, 1992 - October 1, 1999

FIRST UNION CAPITAL MARKETS CORP.

CRD#: 6124

CHARLOTTE, NC

Past

October 3, 1988 - March 20, 1992

DOMINICK & DICKERMAN LLC

CRD#: 7344

OLD GREENWICH, CT

Past

October 16, 1985 - October 14, 1986

RIVIERE SECURITIES CORPORATION

CRD#: 715

Past

March 26, 1985 - October 3, 1988

DOMIK CORP.

CRD#: 223

Past

October 13, 1982 - March 26, 1985

KUHNS BROTHERS & LAIDLAW, INC.

CRD#: 1481

Past

July 22, 1982 - October 1, 1982

FIRST JERSEY SECURITIES, INC.

CRD#: 6621

Primary Firm SEC Registration

This SEC-registered firm can serve clients nationwide. Some states may require the firm to submit a notice filing if the firm has more than 5 clients or a physical office there. You can view these state-level filings under the section titled "State Registrations and Notice Filings".

XML FINANCIAL GROUP

CRD#: 284987 / SEC#: 801-108376

RIA

Registered Investment Advisory firm - (9/12/2016 Approved)

State Registrations and Notice Filings

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This advisor is not registered in any state.

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Exams

State Security Law Exam

IAR

Series 65

Date: 6/16/1992

Uniform Investment Adviser Law Examination

State Security Law Exam

Series 63

Date: 8/30/1982

Uniform Securities Agent State Law Examination

General Industry/Product Exam

SIE

Date: 10/1/2018

Securities Industry Essentials Examination

General Industry/Product Exam

Series 7

Date: 7/17/1982

General Securities Representative Examination

Principal/Supervisory Exam

Series 24

Date: 5/10/2008

General Securities Principal Examination

Current Firm

XML FINANCIAL GROUP

CRD#: 284987 / SEC#: 801-108376

RIA

Registered Investment Advisory firm - (9/12/2016 Approved)

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Contact information

Main Address

6901 Rockledge Drive Suite 730, Bethesda, MD 20817

Mailing Address

Phone number

(301) 770-5234

Established

Firm type

Fiscal year end

# of Employees

SEC notice filing (46 States and Territories)

Documents

Customer Relationship Summary (CRS / SEC)

Latest Form ADV

Part 2 Brochures

WRAP-FEE PROGRAM BROCHURE FOR XML FINANCIAL, LLC (3/28/2025)

ADV 2A BROCHURE FOR XML FINANCIAL, LLC (3/28/2025)

Regulatory assets under management

Total Number of Accounts	6,044
AUM (Assets Under Management)	$ 2,993,236,597

Accountant surprise examination report

Filing Date	Form ADV-E Cover	Form ADV-E Report
07/19/2024	Cover Page	Report
07/19/2023	Cover Page	Report
11/21/2022	Cover Page	Report

Red Flags

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Contact information

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Robert J. Collins

Professional summary

Biography

Question & Answer

Aliases

Other business activities

Blog Corner

CRS (Client Relationship Summary)

Certified licenses

Experience

XML SECURITIES

WELLS FARGO ADVISORS FINANCIAL NETWORK, LLC

WELLS FARGO ADVISORS FINANCIAL NETWORK, LLC

WELLS FARGO CLEARING SERVICES, LLC

WELLS FARGO CLEARING SERVICES, LLC

FIRST UNION CAPITAL MARKETS CORP.

DOMINICK & DICKERMAN LLC

RIVIERE SECURITIES CORPORATION

DOMIK CORP.

KUHNS BROTHERS & LAIDLAW, INC.

FIRST JERSEY SECURITIES, INC.

Primary Firm SEC Registration

XML FINANCIAL GROUP

State Registrations and Notice Filings

Exams

Series 65

Date: 6/16/1992

Series 63

Date: 8/30/1982

SIE

Date: 10/1/2018

Series 7

Date: 7/17/1982

Series 24

Date: 5/10/2008

Current Firm

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Contact information

SEC notice filing (46 States and Territories)

Documents

Part 2 Brochures

Regulatory assets under management

Accountant surprise examination report

Red Flags

Company Information

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