James B. Kruzan
KAYDAN WEALTH MANAGEMENT | Founder, Sr. Wealth Advisor
Fenton, MI 48430
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CRD#: 1094690
Professional summary
James Brendan Kruzan, CFP® is a registered financial advisor currently at KAYDAN WEALTH MANAGEMENT, INC. located in Fenton, Michigan.
James is registered as an IAR (Investment Advisor Representative) and started their career in finance in 1983. James has worked at 6 firms and has passed the Series 63, SIE, Series 7, Series 22, Series 6 and Series 8 exams.
Biography
“My biggest goal is to substantially reduce the level of stress my clients contend with when it comes to their finances, giving them the time and freedom to lead more meaningful, abundant lives.”
Balancing the responsibilities of founder and senior wealth advisor puts Jim in a unique position at Kaydan Wealth Management. As the Founder, Jim is responsible for guiding the direction of the firm’s moral compass and ensuring the entire team is advancing their mission statement. As Senior Wealth Advisor, he manages the firm’s largest client relationships and is also hands-on with the development of comprehensive, process-driven wealth solutions.
Question & Answer
What are your service offerings?
Philanthropic services
Financial planning
Executive services/Equity comp...
Trading individual securities
Trust & estate planning
Retirement planning
What is your current number of clients?
Greater than 100
Are you a "fiduciary"?
Yes
Aliases
None
Other business activities
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CRS (Client Relationship Summary) - RIA
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Certified licenses
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CFP®
Start date: 1995
Education
Accounting and Finance
1978 - 1982
Experience
Current
September 20, 2010 - Present
KAYDAN WEALTH MANAGEMENT, INC.
Office #1: 329 W. Silver Lake Rd., Fenton, MI 48430RIA
CRD#: 108964
Fenton, MI
Past
January 2, 2009 - May 13, 2020
RAYMOND JAMES FINANCIAL SERVICES ADVISORS, INC
RIA
CRD#: 149018
FENTON, MI
Past
December 14, 2007 - January 2, 2009
RAYMOND JAMES FINANCIAL SERVICES, INC.
RIA
CRD#: 6694
FENTON, MI
Past
July 26, 2002 - December 31, 2002
KAYDAN WEALTH MANAGEMENT, INC.
RIA
CRD#: 108964
CLARKSTON, MI
Past
May 27, 1987 - May 13, 2020
RAYMOND JAMES FINANCIAL SERVICES, INC.
BD
CRD#: 6694
FENTON, MI
Past
January 2, 1986 - June 12, 1987
PRUDENTIAL EQUITY GROUP, LLC
BD
CRD#: 7471
Past
February 3, 1983 - January 24, 1986
AMERIPRISE FINANCIAL SERVICES, LLC
BD
CRD#: 6363
Past
February 3, 1983 - January 24, 1986
AMERICAN EXPRESS FINANCIAL CORPORATION
BD
CRD#: 6320
Primary Firm SEC Registration
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KW
KAYDAN WEALTH MANAGEMENT, INC.
401(K)AYDAN GROUP | KAYDAN WEALTH MANAGEMENT, INC. | KAYDAN WEALTH MANAGEMENT | KAYDAN GROUP INC. | KAYDAN GROUP INC | KAYDAN GROUP | 401(K)AYDAN GROUP, INC.
CRD#: 108964 / SEC#: 801-119365
RIA
Registered Investment Advisory firm - (8/31/2020 Approved)Michigan
Registered Investment Advisory firm - (9/14/2020 Terminated)State Registrations and Notice Filings
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IAR
means the advisor is registered as an Investment Advisor Representative in this state and is authorized to provide investment advice to clients there.Highlighted states indicate IAR registrations
IAR
Michigan(9/20/2010)
IAR
Texas(12/20/2021)
Exams
State Security Law Exam
General Industry/Product Exam
General Industry/Product Exam
General Industry/Product Exam
General Industry/Product Exam
Principal/Supervisory Exam
RR
Series 8
Date: 12/2/1987
General Securities Sales Supervisor Examination (Options Module & General Module)Current Firm
KW
KAYDAN WEALTH MANAGEMENT, INC.
401(K)AYDAN GROUP | KAYDAN WEALTH MANAGEMENT, INC. | KAYDAN WEALTH MANAGEMENT | KAYDAN GROUP INC. | KAYDAN GROUP INC | KAYDAN GROUP | 401(K)AYDAN GROUP, INC.
CRD#: 108964 / SEC#: 801-119365
RIA
Registered Investment Advisory firm - (8/31/2020 Approved)Michigan
Registered Investment Advisory firm - (9/14/2020 Terminated)PREMIUM
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Contact information
Main Address
329 W. Silver Lake Rd., Fenton, MI 48430
Mailing Address
Phone number
(810) 593-1624
Established
Firm type
Fiscal year end
# of Employees
18
SEC notice filing (17 States and Territories)
Regulatory assets under management
| Total Number of Accounts | 2,426 |
| AUM (Assets Under Management) | $ 726,507,771 |
Accountant surprise examination report
| Filing Date | Form ADV-E Cover | Form ADV-E Report |
|---|---|---|
| 01/02/2026 | ||
| 12/23/2024 | ||
| 12/21/2023 |
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Company Information
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Founder, Sr. Wealth AdvisorCRD#: 108964Fenton, MI 48430TRUST BUT VERIFY
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