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John J. Piazza

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CRD#: 1305118
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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.

John Joseph Piazza Jr, who also goes by John J Piazza Jr, John Joseph Piazza, John Piazza Jr., John J Piazza, was a registered financial professional .

John is a previously registered financial professional and started their career in finance in 1984. John had worked at 13 firms and has passed the Series 65, Series 63, Series 66, Series 6TO, SIE, Series 7, Series 15 and Series 3 exams.

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Are you a "fiduciary"?
No

Aliases


John J Piazza Jr | John Joseph Piazza | John Piazza Jr. | John J Piazza

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.
SALES OF INVESTMENT-RELATED PRODUCTS, PART-TIME OR FULL-TIME, FOR COMPANIES AFFILIATED WITH PFS INVESTMENTS INC. I MAY ALSO RECEIVE NON-INVESTMENT RELATED COMPENSATION FROM PRIMERICA CLIENT SERVICES, INC. (A CO-LOCATED AFFILIATE OF PFS INVESTMENTS INC.) FOR PART-TIME REFERRALS OF HOME SECURITY AND AUTOMATION PRODUCTS, AS WELL AS OTHER HOME RELATED SERVICES.

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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

March 28, 2023 - July 26, 2023

TACTIVEST, LLC

RIA
CRD#: 173309
Senoia, GA
Past

August 3, 2020 - August 12, 2021

PFS INVESTMENTS INC.

BD
CRD#: 10111
CUMMING, GA
Past

May 18, 2015 - December 31, 2015

BENJAMIN & JEROLD ADVISERS, LLC

RIA
CRD#: 165351
EAST ISLIP, NY
Past

October 9, 2014 - December 31, 2014

BENJAMIN & JEROLD ADVISERS, LLC

RIA
CRD#: 165351
NEW YORK, NY
Past

October 21, 2013 - November 10, 2017

BENJAMIN & JEROLD BROKERAGE I, LLC

BD
CRD#: 29110
NEW YORK, NY
Past

November 26, 2007 - July 15, 2013

NORTHWESTERN MUTUAL INVESTMENT SERVICES, LLC

BD
CRD#: 2881
MILWAUKEE, WI
Past

July 30, 2004 - October 3, 2007

SEI INVESTMENTS DISTRIBUTION CO.

BD
CRD#: 10690
OAKS, PA
Past

April 9, 2001 - November 10, 2003

RAYMOND JAMES & ASSOCIATES, INC.

BD
CRD#: 705
ST. PETERSBURG, FL
Past

June 7, 1989 - February 12, 1991

UBS FINANCIAL SERVICES INC.

BD
CRD#: 8174
Past

March 22, 1989 - April 7, 1990

DREXEL BURNHAM LAMBERT GOVERNMENT SECURITIES INC.

BD
CRD#: 19727
Past

February 1, 1988 - June 19, 1989

DREXEL BURNHAM LAMBERT INCORPORATED

BD
CRD#: 7323
Past

August 25, 1986 - February 5, 1988

L. F. ROTHSCHILD & CO. INCORPORATED

BD
CRD#: 501
Past

December 13, 1984 - August 29, 1986

MORGAN STANLEY DW INC.

BD
CRD#: 7556
Past

October 26, 1984 - November 7, 1984

THE STUART-JAMES COMPANY, INCORPORATED

BD
CRD#: 11691

Primary Firm SEC Registration


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TACTIVEST, LLC
STOUT WEALTH MANAGEMENT | WONG, EVEREST | TACTIVEST, LLC | TACTIVEST | SUNLIGHT FINANCIAL LLC

CRD#: 173309 / SEC#: 801-126580

RIA
Registered Investment Advisory firm - (9/16/2022 Approved)
California
Registered Investment Advisory firm - (11/11/2022 Terminated)
Florida
Registered Investment Advisory firm - (11/22/2021 Terminated)
Nevada
Registered Investment Advisory firm - (2/7/2023 Terminated)
Texas
Registered Investment Advisory firm - (10/12/2022 Terminated)

State Registrations and Notice Filings


Listed states reflect where the advisor is authorized to serve clients under state regulations.

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This advisor is not registered in any state.

Exams


State Security Law Exam
IAR
Series 65
Date: 3/19/2021
Uniform Investment Adviser Law Examination
State Security Law Exam
State Security Law Exam
RR
IAR
Series 66
Date: 10/8/2014
Uniform Combined State Law Examination
General Industry/Product Exam
RR
Series 6TO
Date: 3/29/2024
Investment Company Products/Variable Contracts Representative Examination
General Industry/Product Exam
General Industry/Product Exam
General Industry/Product Exam
RR
Series 15
Date: 5/5/1987
Foreign Currency Options Examination
General Industry/Product Exam

Current Firm


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TACTIVEST, LLC
STOUT WEALTH MANAGEMENT | WONG, EVEREST | TACTIVEST, LLC | TACTIVEST | SUNLIGHT FINANCIAL LLC

CRD#: 173309 / SEC#: 801-126580

RIA
Registered Investment Advisory firm - (9/16/2022 Approved)
California
Registered Investment Advisory firm - (11/11/2022 Terminated)
Florida
Registered Investment Advisory firm - (11/22/2021 Terminated)
Nevada
Registered Investment Advisory firm - (2/7/2023 Terminated)
Texas
Registered Investment Advisory firm - (10/12/2022 Terminated)
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Contact information


Main Address
San Francisco, CA
Mailing Address
Phone number
(415) 752-7311
Established
Firm type
Fiscal year end
# of Employees
2

SEC notice filing (5 States and Territories)


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Documents


Customer Relationship Summary (CRS / SEC)Latest Form ADV

Part 2 Brochures

ADV PART 2A - TACTIVEST, LLC (9/12/2025)

Regulatory assets under management


Total Number of Accounts576
AUM (Assets Under Management)$ 128,515,751

Accountant surprise examination report


Filing DateForm ADV-E CoverForm ADV-E Report
10/28/2025
Cover Page
01/27/2025
02/26/2024

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Company Information


TACTIVEST, LLC

CRD#: 173309

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