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James H. Fujinaga

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CRD#: 1267377
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Professional summary


Being a previously registered professional could mean that this person 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.

James Hiroshi Fujinaga, who also goes by James Hiroshi Fujinaga, was a registered financial professional .

James is a previously registered financial professional and started their career in finance in 1985. James had worked at 16 firms and has passed the Series 63, Series 65, Series 52TO, SIE, Series 7, Series 9, Series 10, Series 12, Series 4, Series 53 and Series 24 exams.

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Question & Answer


Are you a "fiduciary"?
No

Aliases


James Hiroshi Fujinaga

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. BOARD MEMBER OF BANK INSURANCE AND SECURITIES ASSOCIATION, 1/HR/WK; TRUSTEE FOR FUJINAGA FAMILY TRUST, 50% OWNER

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CRS (Client Relationship Summary)


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

Certified licenses


Advisors may have various certifications and credentials from different organizations. AdvisorCheck highlights these seven certifications - AIF®, CFP®, ChFC®, CFA, CLU®, CIMA®, CPWA®
None

Experience


Past

August 10, 2022 - July 10, 2023

CETERA INVESTMENT ADVISERS LLC

RIA
CRD#: 105644
NEW ORLEANS, LA
Past

August 10, 2022 - July 10, 2023

CETERA INVESTMENT SERVICES LLC

BD
CRD#: 15340
NEW ORLEANS, LA
Past

September 19, 2016 - August 10, 2022

HANCOCK WHITNEY INVESTMENT SERVICES INC.

RIA
CRD#: 40637
NEW ORLEANS, LA
Past

September 19, 2016 - August 10, 2022

HANCOCK WHITNEY INVESTMENT SERVICES INC.

BD
CRD#: 40637
NEW ORLEANS, LA
Past

December 8, 2015 - September 21, 2016

INDEPENDENT FINANCIAL PARTNERS

RIA
CRD#: 125112
Fremont, CA
Past

September 25, 2014 - September 29, 2016

LPL FINANCIAL LLC

RIA
CRD#: 6413
FREEMONT, CA
Past

September 25, 2014 - September 29, 2016

LPL FINANCIAL LLC

BD
CRD#: 6413
FREEMONT, CA
Past

December 10, 2009 - March 14, 2014

BANCWEST INVESTMENT SERVICES, INC.

RIA
CRD#: 29357
PASADENA, CA
Past

December 9, 2009 - March 14, 2014

BANCWEST INVESTMENT SERVICES, INC.

BD
CRD#: 29357
PASADENA, CA
Past

May 2, 2009 - December 11, 2009

CHASE INVESTMENT SERVICES CORP.

RIA
CRD#: 25574
PLEASANTON, CA
Past

May 2, 2009 - December 11, 2009

CHASE INVESTMENT SERVICES CORP.

BD
CRD#: 25574
PLEASANTON, CA
Past

January 2, 2004 - May 2, 2009

WAMU INVESTMENTS, INC.

RIA
CRD#: 599
PLEASANTON, CA
Past

March 15, 2002 - May 2, 2009

WAMU INVESTMENTS, INC.

BD
CRD#: 599
PLEASANTON, CA
Past

August 8, 2001 - March 8, 2002

WELLS FARGO INSTITUTIONAL SECURITIES, LLC

BD
CRD#: 5958
CHARLOTTE, NC
Past

May 2, 2001 - January 22, 2002

WELLS FARGO INVESTMENTS, LLC

BD
CRD#: 10582
SAN FRANCISCO, CA
Past

February 10, 1999 - May 2, 2001

WELLS FARGO SECURITIES INC.

BD
CRD#: 17438
SAN FRANCISCO, CA
Past

July 5, 1991 - January 22, 1999

CITICORP INVESTMENT SERVICES

BD
CRD#: 23988
LONG ISLAND CITY, NY
Past

September 6, 1988 - July 16, 1991

PRINCIPAL SECURITIES, INC.

BD
CRD#: 1137
DES MOINES, IA
Past

March 24, 1988 - July 5, 1988

AMERITAS INVESTMENT COMPANY, LLC

BD
CRD#: 14869
Past

October 28, 1985 - April 4, 1988

FRANKLIN/TEMPLETON DISTRIBUTORS, LLC

BD
CRD#: 332
Past

July 24, 1985 - August 5, 1985

INTERFIRST CAPITAL CORPORATION

BD
CRD#: 7659

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".
CI
CETERA INVESTMENT ADVISERS LLC
CETERA ADVISOR NETWORKS | TERRA FINANCIAL PLANNING GROUP LTD | GENWORTH FINANCIAL ADVISERS CORPORATION | FIRST ALLIED ADVISORY SERVICES | CETERA INVESTMENT ADVISERS LLC | CETERA ADVISORS

CRD#: 105644 / SEC#: 801-20406

RIA
Registered Investment Advisory firm - (1/13/1984 Approved)

State Registrations and Notice Filings


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This advisor is not registered in any state.

Exams


State Security Law Exam
RR
Series 63
Date: 12/30/1999
Uniform Securities Agent State Law Examination
State Security Law Exam
General Industry/Product Exam
RR
Series 52TO
Date: 1/2/2023
Municipal Securities Representative Examination
General Industry/Product Exam
General Industry/Product Exam
Principal/Supervisory Exam
Principal/Supervisory Exam
Principal/Supervisory Exam
RR
Series 12
Date: 7/1/2000
NYSE Branch Manager Examination
Principal/Supervisory Exam
Principal/Supervisory Exam
Principal/Supervisory Exam

Current Firm


CI
CETERA INVESTMENT ADVISERS LLC
CETERA ADVISOR NETWORKS | TERRA FINANCIAL PLANNING GROUP LTD | GENWORTH FINANCIAL ADVISERS CORPORATION | FIRST ALLIED ADVISORY SERVICES | CETERA INVESTMENT ADVISERS LLC | CETERA ADVISORS

CRD#: 105644 / SEC#: 801-20406

RIA
Registered Investment Advisory firm - (1/13/1984 Approved)
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Contact information


Main Address
1450 American Lane 6th Floor, Suite 650, Schaumburg, IL 60173-2096
Mailing Address
Phone number
(310) 257-7880
Established
Firm type
Fiscal year end
# of Employees
7,705

SEC notice filing (53 States and Territories)


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Documents


Customer Relationship Summary (CRS / SEC)Latest Form ADV

Regulatory assets under management


Total Number of Accounts584,487
AUM (Assets Under Management)$ 163,792,814,520

Accountant surprise examination report


Filing DateForm ADV-E CoverForm ADV-E Report
10/27/2025
Cover Page
12/13/2024
09/26/2023
11/18/2022

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Company Information


CETERA INVESTMENT ADVISERS LLC

CRD#: 105644

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