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Bennett Eldon Marks

Bennett Eldon Marks

Founder/Chief Investment Officer·MARKS GROUP WEALTH MANAGEMENT
MINNETONKA, MN
·CRD# 1081385·43 years experience

Professional Summary

Bennett Eldon Marks, who also goes by Ben Marks, Bennet Eldon Marks, is a registered financial advisor currently at MARKS GROUP WEALTH MANAGEMENT, INC. located in Minnetonka, Minnesota. Bennett is registered as an IAR (Investment Advisor Representative) and started their career in finance in 1982. Bennett has worked at 8 firms and has passed the Series 63, SIE, Series 7, Series 22, Series 6 and Series 24 exams.

At a Glance

Always Fiduciary

Fiduciary Standard

Fee Structure

$500K–$1M

Account Minimum

500–1,000

Active Clients

Fiduciary Standard

Fee Structure

Account Minimum

Active Clients

Services Offered

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

Specializations

Equity Compensation

Biography

Our goal is to improve the quality of life and peace of mind for every client by providing carefully considered financial advice in an environment free from conflicts of interest. We strive to deliver a consistent and special client experience for every client.

Other Aliases

Ben Marks, Bennet Eldon Marks

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Contact Information

Direct

(xxx) xxx-xxxx

LinkedIn

linkedin.com/in/xxxxxx

Facebook

facebook.com/xxxxxx

Email

xxxxx@xxxx.xxx

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Years of Experience

43 years in the financial services industry

Current & Past Employments

MARKS GROUP WEALTH MANAGEMENT, INC.·CRD# 148679
RIA
4350 Baker Road Suite 245, Minnetonka, MN 55343
April 14, 2011 - Present
LPL FINANCIAL LLC·CRD# 6413
BD
Minnetonka, MN
November 7, 2008 - December 31, 2021
UBS FINANCIAL SERVICES INC.·CRD# 8174
RIA
Wayzata, MN
March 10, 2000 - November 14, 2008
UBS FINANCIAL SERVICES INC.·CRD# 8174
BD
Wayzata, MN
October 15, 1999 - November 14, 2008
RBC CAPITAL MARKETS, LLC·CRD# 31194
BD
New York, NY
March 2, 1998 - October 28, 1999
DAIN RAUSCHER INCORPORATED·CRD# 7600
BD
July 15, 1994 - March 2, 1998
PIPER SANDLER & CO.·CRD# 665
BD
Minneapolis, MN
August 3, 1987 - July 28, 1994
E. F. HUTTON & COMPANY INC·CRD# 235
BD
November 11, 1983 - August 21, 1987
ARM SECURITIES CORPORATION·CRD# 932
BD
December 20, 1982 - November 1, 1983

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Current Firm

MG
MARKS GROUP WEALTH MANAGEMENT, INC.

INDIGO WEALTH GROUP, INC. | MARKS GROUP WEALTH MANAGEMENT, INC.

CRD#: 148679 / SEC#: 801-69685
RIA
Registered Investment Advisory firm - SEC (10/22/2008 Approved)

Contact Information

Main Address

4350 Baker Road Suite 245, Minnetonka, MN 55343

Phone Number

(952) 582-6100

# of Employees

14

SEC notice filing (16 States and Territories)

Registered to provide investment advisory services in 16 US states and territories.

Documents

Customer Relationship Summary (CRS / SEC)Latest Form ADV

Part 2 Brochures

DISCLOSURE BROCHURE (3/23/2026)

Regulatory Assets Under Management

Total Number of Accounts

4,310

AUM (Assets Under Management)

$2,017,276,019

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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) 11/07/2008 - REAL ESTATE RENTAL - ZUGGPITZE INN LLC - OWN A VACATION RENTAL PROPERTY IN NORTHERN WI. THE PROPERTY IS MANAGED BY A PROPERTY MANAGER. BEN RESPONSIBLE FOR KEEPING IT MAINTAINED. - INVESTMENT RELATED - 1% OF TIME SPENT - NORTHERN WI.
(2) 8/1/2021 - FOUNDATION FOR ENDOWMENT OF THE AMERICAN BIRKEBEINER - NOT INVESTMENT RELATED - PO BOX 911, HAYWARD, WI 54843 - ENDOWMENT FUND ESTABLISHED FOR THE PURPOSE OF SUPPORTING AND PROMOTING THE ACTIVITIES OF THE AMERICAN BIRKEBEINER - TRUSTEE EFFECTIVE 8/1/2021 - 1 HOUR PER MONTH OUTSIDE OF SECURITIES TRADING HOURS - ATTEND MEETINGS AND PROVIDE GUIDANCE AS REQUESTED

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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".
MG
MARKS GROUP WEALTH MANAGEMENT, INC.

INDIGO WEALTH GROUP, INC. | MARKS GROUP WEALTH MANAGEMENT, INC.

CRD#: 148679 / SEC#: 801-69685
RIA
Registered Investment Advisory firm - SEC (10/22/2008 Approved)

State Registrations and Notice Filings

Listed states reflect where the advisor is authorized to serve clients under state regulations.
IAR
means the advisor is registered as an Investment Advisor Representative in this state and is authorized to provide investment advice to clients there.
IAR
Minnesota
(1/14/2014)
IAR
Texas
(4/14/2011)

Don't see your state listed? The advisor may still be able to work with you under the federal De Minimis Rule, which allows up to five investment advisory clients in a state without registration. Some states, like TX, LA, NE, and NH, may still require registration or notice filing. Contact the advisor or their firm to confirm their investment advisory availability in your state.

Exams

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

Series 63 — Uniform Securities Agent State Law Examination

Passed Jan 1983About the Series 63 exam

SIE — Securities Industry Essentials Examination

Passed Oct 2018About the SIE exam

Series 7 — General Securities Representative Examination

Passed Nov 1983About the Series 7 exam

Series 22 — Direct Participation Programs Representative Examination

Passed Sep 1983About the Series 22 exam

Series 6 — Investment Company Products/Variable Contracts Representative Examination

Passed Dec 1982About the Series 6 exam

Series 24 — General Securities Principal Examination

Passed Jan 2009About the Series 24 exam

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CRS (Client Relationship Summary) - RIA

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CRS (Customer Relationship Summary)

Services Offered by Bennett

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

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