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Robert Joseph Collins

Robert Joseph Collins

Managing Director
CRD# 1050424·Registered 1982 - 2024
Previously Registered: Being a previously registered professional could mean that Robert is no longer operating under the supervision of the SEC or FINRA. That means that the Securities and Exchange Commission may not be able to oversee the services that this specific professional is providing.

Professional Summary

Robert Joseph Collins, who also goes by Bob Collins, Robert Collins, was a registered financial advisor. Robert was a previously registered financial professional and started their career in finance 1982 - 2024. Robert had worked at 10 firms and has passed the Series 65, Series 63, SIE, Series 7 and Series 24 exams.

At a Glance

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Fiduciary Standard

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Fee Structure

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Account Minimum

500–1,000

Active Clients

Fiduciary Standard

Fee Structure

Account Minimum

Active Clients

Services Offered

  • Financial Planning
  • Risk Management & Insurance
  • Investment Management
  • Estate & Legacy Planning
  • Retirement Planning

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...

Other Aliases

Bob Collins, Robert Collins

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Contact Information

No current employment

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Disclosures on record.

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Years of Experience

44 years in the financial services industry

Current & Past Employments

XML FINANCIAL GROUP·CRD# 284987
RIA
Bethesda, MD
September 1, 2021 - January 2, 2024
XML SECURITIES·CRD# 145589
BD
Bethesda, MD
September 1, 2021 - January 2, 2024
WELLS FARGO ADVISORS FINANCIAL NETWORK, LLC·CRD# 11025
RIA
Bethesda, MD
April 18, 2008 - September 7, 2021
WELLS FARGO ADVISORS FINANCIAL NETWORK, LLC·CRD# 11025
BD
Bethesda, MD
April 18, 2008 - September 7, 2021
WELLS FARGO CLEARING SERVICES, LLC·CRD# 19616
BD
Bethesda, MD
October 1, 1999 - April 18, 2008
WELLS FARGO CLEARING SERVICES, LLC·CRD# 19616
RIA
Bethesda, MD
March 18, 1992 - April 18, 2008
FIRST UNION CAPITAL MARKETS CORP.·CRD# 6124
BD
Charlotte, NC
March 2, 1992 - October 1, 1999
DOMINICK & DICKERMAN LLC·CRD# 7344
BD
Old Greenwich, CT
October 3, 1988 - March 20, 1992
RIVIERE SECURITIES CORPORATION·CRD# 715
BD
October 16, 1985 - October 14, 1986
DOMIK CORP.·CRD# 223
BD
March 26, 1985 - October 3, 1988
KUHNS BROTHERS & LAIDLAW, INC.·CRD# 1481
BD
October 13, 1982 - March 26, 1985
FIRST JERSEY SECURITIES, INC.·CRD# 6621
BD
July 22, 1982 - October 1, 1982

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Current Firm

XF
XML FINANCIAL GROUP

COLLINS INVESTMENT GROUP | XML WOMEN | XML FINANCIAL, LLC | XML FINANCIAL GROUP | SAMSON WEALTH MANAGEMENT GROUP | OREN ADVISORS, LLC | LARA MAY ADVISORS

CRD#: 284987 / SEC#: 801-108376
RIA
Registered Investment Advisory firm - SEC (9/12/2016 Approved)

Contact Information

Main Address

6901 Rockledge Drive Suite 730, Bethesda, MD 20817

Phone Number

(301) 770-5234

# of Employees

54

SEC notice filing (46 States and Territories)

Registered to provide investment advisory services in 46 US states and territories.

Documents

Customer Relationship Summary (CRS / SEC)Latest Form ADV

Part 2 Brochures

ADV 2A BROCHURE FOR XML FINANCIAL, LLC (6/2/2026)

Regulatory Assets Under Management

Total Number of Accounts

5,987

AUM (Assets Under Management)

$3,298,062,805

Accountant Surprise Examination Report

Filing DateForm ADV-E CoverForm ADV-E Report
12/23/2025Cover PageReport
07/19/2024Cover PageReport
07/19/2023Cover PageReport

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Other business activities

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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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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".
XF
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COLLINS INVESTMENT GROUP | XML WOMEN | XML FINANCIAL, LLC | XML FINANCIAL GROUP | SAMSON WEALTH MANAGEMENT GROUP | OREN ADVISORS, LLC | LARA MAY ADVISORS

CRD#: 284987 / SEC#: 801-108376
RIA
Registered Investment Advisory firm - SEC (9/12/2016 Approved)

State Registrations and Notice Filings

Listed states reflect where the advisor is authorized to serve clients under state regulations.
This advisor is not registered in any state.

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Exams

Financial professionals may take different exams throughout their careers based on the types of services they provide and roles they perform.

Series 65 — Uniform Investment Adviser Law Examination

Passed Jun 1992About the Series 65 exam

Series 63 — Uniform Securities Agent State Law Examination

Passed Aug 1982About the Series 63 exam

SIE — Securities Industry Essentials Examination

Passed Oct 2018About the SIE exam

Series 7 — General Securities Representative Examination

Passed Jul 1982About the Series 7 exam

Series 24 — General Securities Principal Examination

Passed May 2008About the Series 24 exam

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CRS (Client Relationship Summary)

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

Services Offered by Robert

  • Financial Planning
  • Risk Management & Insurance
  • Investment Management
  • Estate & Legacy Planning
  • Retirement Planning

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