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Marsha Thorne

WORTH ADVISORS
Charlotte, NC 28203
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CRD#: 1351585
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Professional summary

Marsha Thorne, who also goes by Marsha Thorne, Marsha Thorne, Marsha Thorne-steger, is a registered financial advisor currently at WORTH ADVISORS located in Charlotte, North Carolina.

Marsha is registered as an IAR (Investment Advisor Representative) and started their career in finance in 2000. Marsha has worked at 9 firms and has passed the Series 66, Series 63, SIE and Series 7 exams.

Question & Answer

Are you a "fiduciary"?
Yes

Aliases

Marsha Thorne | Marsha Thorne | Marsha Thorne-Steger

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.
The advisor shows no other business activity.

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CRS (Client Relationship Summary) - RIA

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CRS (Customer Relationship Summary)

Certified licenses

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None

Experience

Current

May 5, 2026 - Present

WORTH ADVISORS

Office #1: 2020 S. Tryon Street Suite 2b, Charlotte, NC 28203
RIA
CRD#: 156564
Charlotte, NC
Past

June 7, 2018 - May 7, 2026

MORGAN STANLEY

RIA
CRD#: 149777
Charlotte, NC
Past

February 1, 2018 - May 7, 2026

MORGAN STANLEY

BD
CRD#: 149777
Charlotte, NC
Past

August 31, 2015 - September 11, 2017

FIRST CITIZENS INVESTOR SERVICES, INC.

BD
CRD#: 44430
CHARLOTTE, NC
Past

December 17, 2014 - August 24, 2015

WELLS FARGO CLEARING SERVICES, LLC

BD
CRD#: 19616
CHARLOTTE, NC
Past

March 1, 2007 - July 17, 2014

B. RILEY WEALTH MANAGEMENT

BD
CRD#: 2543
MAYFIELD HEIGHTS, OH
Past

November 11, 2005 - March 1, 2007

CAPITAL SECURITIES OF AMERICA, INC.

BD
CRD#: 36405
MAYFIELD HEIGHTS, OH
Past

October 14, 2005 - December 9, 2005

ADVEST, INC.

BD
CRD#: 10
HARTFORD, CT
Past

October 7, 2002 - March 15, 2005

FIFTH THIRD SECURITIES, INC.

BD
CRD#: 628
CINCINNATI, OH
Past

December 12, 2000 - October 9, 2002

MORGAN STANLEY DW INC.

BD
CRD#: 7556
PURCHASE, NY

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".
WA
WORTH ADVISORS
PATRICK LYNCH FINANCIAL | WORTH FINANCIAL ADVISORY GROUP, LLC | WORTH FINANCIAL ADVISORY GROUP LLC | WORTH FINANCIAL ADVISORY GROUP | WORTH ADVISORS

CRD#: 156564 / SEC#: 801-120877

RIA
Registered Investment Advisory firm - (4/21/2021 Approved)
Michigan
Registered Investment Advisory firm - (4/26/2021 Terminated)
North Carolina
Registered Investment Advisory firm - (4/26/2021 Terminated)
Tennessee
Registered Investment Advisory firm - (4/28/2021 Terminated)

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.

Highlighted states indicate IAR registrations

IAR
North Carolina
(5/5/2026)

Exams

State Security Law Exam
RR
IAR
Series 66
Date: 6/7/2018
Uniform Combined State Law Examination
State Security Law Exam
RR
Series 63
Date: 1/23/2004
Uniform Securities Agent State Law Examination
General Industry/Product Exam
RR
SIE
Date: 10/1/2018
Securities Industry Essentials Examination
General Industry/Product Exam
RR
Series 7
Date: 12/11/2000
General Securities Representative Examination

Current Firm

WA
WORTH ADVISORS
PATRICK LYNCH FINANCIAL | WORTH FINANCIAL ADVISORY GROUP, LLC | WORTH FINANCIAL ADVISORY GROUP LLC | WORTH FINANCIAL ADVISORY GROUP | WORTH ADVISORS

CRD#: 156564 / SEC#: 801-120877

RIA
Registered Investment Advisory firm - (4/21/2021 Approved)
Michigan
Registered Investment Advisory firm - (4/26/2021 Terminated)
North Carolina
Registered Investment Advisory firm - (4/26/2021 Terminated)
Tennessee
Registered Investment Advisory firm - (4/28/2021 Terminated)
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Contact information

Main Address
2020 S. Tryon Street Suite 2b, Charlotte, NC 28203
Mailing Address
Phone number
(704) 731-0121
Established
Firm type
Fiscal year end
# of Employees
15

SEC notice filing (20 States and Territories)

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Documents

Customer Relationship Summary (CRS / SEC)Latest Form ADV

Part 2 Brochures

FORM ADV PART 2A (3/11/2026)

Regulatory assets under management

Total Number of Accounts1,266
AUM (Assets Under Management)$ 280,745,134

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Company Information

WORTH ADVISORS

CRD#: 156564Charlotte, NC 28203

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