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Michael D. Nakano

INDEPENDENT FINANCIAL GROUP
San Rafael, CA 94901
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CRD#: 1322510
MN

Professional summary


Michael Dean Nakano is a registered financial advisor currently at INDEPENDENT FINANCIAL GROUP, LLC located in San Rafael, California and O'DONNELL FINANCIAL SERVICES, LLC located in San Rafael, California.

Michael is registered as an IAR (Investment Advisor Representative) and RR (Registered Representative) and started their career in finance in 1984. Michael has worked at 17 firms and has passed the Series 63, SIE, Series 7, Series 6 and Series 24 exams.

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Question & Answer


Are you a "fiduciary"?
Yes

Aliases


None

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) O'DONNELL FINANCIAL GROUP, LLC AKA O'DONNELL FINANCIAL SERVICES POSITION: Agent/Representative NATURE: DBA Name for Marketing Purposes Only INVESTMENT RELATED: Yes NUMBER OF HOURS: 20 SECURITIES TRADING HOURS: 20 START DATE: 10/26/2018 ADDRESS: 1101 Fifth Avenue, Suite 150, San Rafael CA 94901, United States DESCRIPTION: REGISTERED REPRESENATATIVE AND IAR AT DBA O'DONNELL FINANCIAL GROUP, LLC AKA O'DONNELL FINANCIAL SERVICES, LLC USED FOR MARKETING PURPOSES (2)MICHAEL DEAN NAKANO POSITION: Agent/Representative NATURE: Insurance outside of IFG INVESTMENT RELATED: Yes NUMBER OF HOURS: 5 SECURITIES TRADING HOURS: 5 START DATE: 10/08/2018 ADDRESS: 1101 Fifth Avenue, Suite 150, San Rafael CA 94901, United States DESCRIPTION: Sales of various insurance products

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Certified licenses


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None

Experience


Current

October 8, 2018 - Present

INDEPENDENT FINANCIAL GROUP, LLC

Office #1: 1101 Fifth Avenue Suite 150, San Rafael, CA 94901Office #2: 1535 N Main St. #200, Walnut Creek, CA 94596Office #3: 1520 The Alameda #120, San Jose, CA 95126
RIA
BD
CRD#: 7717
San Rafael, CA
Current

October 26, 2018 - Present

O'DONNELL FINANCIAL SERVICES, LLC

Office #1: 1101 Fifth Ave. Suite 150, San Rafael, CA 94901
RIA
CRD#: 172520
San Rafael, CA
Current

October 1, 2018 - Present

INDEPENDENT FINANCIAL GROUP, LLC

Office #1: 1101 Fifth Avenue Suite 150, San Rafael, CA 94901Office #2: 1535 N Main St. #200, Walnut Creek, CA 94596Office #3: 1520 The Alameda #120, San Jose, CA 95126
RIA
BD
CRD#: 7717
San Rafael, CA
Past

June 14, 2017 - October 8, 2018

UNITED PLANNERS' FINANCIAL SERVICES OF AMERICA A LIMITED PARTNER

RIA
CRD#: 20804
WALNUT CREEK, CA
Past

June 14, 2017 - October 8, 2018

UNITED PLANNERS' FINANCIAL SERVICES OF AMERICA A LIMITED PARTNER

BD
CRD#: 20804
WALNUT CREEK, CA
Past

December 7, 2012 - June 15, 2017

NATIONAL PLANNING CORPORATION

RIA
CRD#: 29604
WALNUT CREEK, CA
Past

December 7, 2012 - June 15, 2017

NATIONAL PLANNING CORPORATION

BD
CRD#: 29604
WALNUT CREEK, CA
Past

July 27, 2007 - December 17, 2012

LPL FINANCIAL LLC

RIA
CRD#: 6413
PLEASANT HILL, CA
Past

July 27, 2007 - December 17, 2012

LPL FINANCIAL LLC

BD
CRD#: 6413
PLEASANT HILL, CA
Past

December 15, 2004 - April 6, 2006

THE LINCOLN NATIONAL LIFE INSURANCE COMPANY

BD
CRD#: 2580
FORT WAYNE, IN
Past

December 15, 2004 - August 2, 2007

OSAIC FA, INC.

BD
CRD#: 3978
SAN RAMON, CA
Past

October 19, 1999 - December 14, 2004

CUNA BROKERAGE SERVICES, INC.

BD
CRD#: 13941
WAVERLY, IA
Past

January 1, 1999 - October 11, 1999

WAMU INVESTMENTS, INC.

BD
CRD#: 599
IRVINE, CA
Past

June 9, 1997 - January 1, 1999

GRIFFIN FINANCIAL SERVICES

BD
CRD#: 10823
Past

March 28, 1995 - June 5, 1997

BA INVESTMENT SERVICES, INC.

BD
CRD#: 12965
OAKLAND, CA
Past

September 20, 1993 - March 28, 1995

WELLS FARGO SECURITIES INC.

BD
CRD#: 17438
SAN FRANCISCO, CA
Past

January 15, 1992 - September 20, 1993

MARKETING ONE SECURITIES, INC.

BD
CRD#: 16611
PORTLAND, OR
Past

August 1, 1991 - January 9, 1992

IFMG SECURITIES, INC.

BD
CRD#: 14416
PURCHASE, NY
Past

August 22, 1989 - August 1, 1991

PAMCO SECURITIES AND INSURANCE SERVICES

BD
CRD#: 11028
Past

July 25, 1985 - August 23, 1989

OSAIC FS, INC.

BD
CRD#: 3870
FORT WAYNE, IN
Past

December 3, 1984 - October 10, 1985

HIMCO DISTRIBUTION SERVICES COMPANY

BD
CRD#: 6604

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".
INDEPENDENT FINANCIAL GROUP, LLC
INDEPENDENT FINANCIAL GROUP, LLC
HAGERTY STEWART & ASSOCIATES LLC | INDEPENDENT FINANCIAL GROUP, LLC | INDEPENDENT FINANCIAL GROUP, INC | IFG FINANCIAL GROUP, LLC | HAGERTY, VAN MOURICK & LOGAN | HAGERTY, STEWART AND ASSOCIATES, INC. | HAGERTY, STEWART & ASSOCIATES, INC.

CRD#: 7717 / SEC#: 801-62667, 8-22870

RIA
Registered Investment Advisory firm - SEC (1/30/2004 Approved)
BD
Broker-Dealer Firm Regulated by FINRA (Los Angeles district office)

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.
RR
indicates the advisor is registered as a Registered Representative in this state, allowing them to offer securities such as stocks, bonds, and mutual funds through a broker-dealer.

Visual representation of state registrations

RR
Arizona
(10/1/2018)
RR
California
(10/1/2018)
IAR
California
(10/8/2018)
RR
Hawaii
(10/3/2018)
RR
Oregon
(2/2/2021)
RR
Tennessee
(6/6/2019)
RR
Washington
(10/1/2018)

Exams


State Security Law Exam
RR
Series 63
Date: 6/24/1994
Uniform Securities Agent State Law Examination
General Industry/Product Exam
General Industry/Product Exam
General Industry/Product Exam
Principal/Supervisory Exam
SRO Registrations
RR
FINRA

Current Firm


INDEPENDENT FINANCIAL GROUP, LLC
INDEPENDENT FINANCIAL GROUP, LLC
HAGERTY STEWART & ASSOCIATES LLC | INDEPENDENT FINANCIAL GROUP, LLC | INDEPENDENT FINANCIAL GROUP, INC | IFG FINANCIAL GROUP, LLC | HAGERTY, VAN MOURICK & LOGAN | HAGERTY, STEWART AND ASSOCIATES, INC. | HAGERTY, STEWART & ASSOCIATES, INC.

CRD#: 7717 / SEC#: 801-62667, 8-22870

RIA
Registered Investment Advisory firm - SEC (1/30/2004 Approved)
BD
Broker-Dealer Firm Regulated by FINRA (Los Angeles district office)
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Contact information


Main Address
12671 High Bluff Drive Suite 200, San Diego, CA 92130
Mailing Address
12671 High Bluff Drive Suite 200, San Diego, CA 92130
Phone number
(858) 436-3180
Established
Delaware since 07/09/2001
Firm type
Limited Liability Company
Fiscal year end
December
Firm Size
Large
# of Employees
622

SEC notice filing (52 States and Territories)


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FINRA licenses (53 States and Territories)


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Documents


Customer Relationship Summary (CRS / SEC)Customer Relationship Summary (CRS / FINRA)Latest Form ADV

Part 2 Brochures

FORM ADV PART 2B WRAP BROCHURE (9/4/2025)

Direct owners and executive officers


NamePositionCRD#
INDEPENDENT FINANCIAL GROUP, INC.OWNER
DAVIS, SCOTT EARLECFO & FINOP7160800
DENNEN, BRIANCCO BROKERAGE & ADVISORY3239786
FISCHER, DAVID ALLENMANAGING DIRECTOR1634222
HEISING, SCOTT ALLENCHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER/ MANAGING DIRECTOR2192259
KEEFE, KEVIN MICHAELPRESIDENT, COO1869560
KREISMAN, SARAH JILLSVP & GENERAL COUNSEL2671706
PEARSON, TROY DALEROSFP2413897

Regulatory assets under management


Total Number of Accounts44,046
AUM (Assets Under Management)$ 11,322,059,063

Disclosures


Regulatory Event15
Arbitration2
Bond1

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Company Information


INDEPENDENT FINANCIAL GROUP, LLC

INDEPENDENT FINANCIAL GROUP, LLC

CRD#: 7717San Rafael, CA 94901

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