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Robert Barley

J. W. COLE ADVISORS
ROCHESTER, NY 14623
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CRD#: 1352297
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Professional summary


Robert Barley Jr., who also goes by Bob Barley, Robert Barley Jr, Robert Barley, Robert Barley Jr Jr, is a registered financial advisor currently at J. W. COLE ADVISORS, INC. located in Rochester, New York and J.W. COLE FINANCIAL, INC. located in Rochester, New York.

Robert is registered as an IAR (Investment Advisor Representative) and RR (Registered Representative) and started their career in finance in 1985. Robert has worked at 12 firms and has passed the Series 65, Series 63, SIE, Series 31, Series 7 and Series 6 exams.

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Are you a "fiduciary"?
Yes

Aliases


Bob Barley | Robert Barley Jr | Robert Barley | Robert Barley Jr Jr

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)05/08/2017: Barley Financial Services - DBA for JW Cole(entity for business) - Investment Related - At Reported Business Location(s). (2) 04/07/2008: Fixed Insurance Sales; Investment Related; At Reported Business Location(s); Selling of life insurance and fixed annuities with various carriers (Hartford Life Insurance Company, MassMutual Life, Jackson National), Spent 1% to 10%. (3) 10/26/2016: No Business Name - Real Estate Rental - Investment Related - 341 Brooks Ave Rochester, NY 14619 - Start 01/01/2016 - 1 Hr/Mo; 0 Hour(s) During Securities Trading. (4) Town of Henrietta; Town Council; Non Investment Related; 475 Calkins Road, Henrietta, NY 14467; Start Date 01/01/2024; Elected officials, the council members serve as the voice of the citizens of Henrietta, they listen to their constituents, take their concerns to heart, and do their best to advocate on their behalf. The council members also have the responsibility of keeping an eye on the Town's operations; 0 hours per month during trading. (5) Tim Horton's Ice Plex; 2700 Brighton Town Line Rd; Hockey Arena; Not investment related; Board Member; Board Treasurer, Advising on strategic plans, goals, and performance indicators, Participating in evaluations, hiring and compensation of executive leadership, Ensuring the company complies with legal and ethical standard; Start 1/1/24; 0 hours during trading.

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CRS (Client Relationship Summary) - RIA


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CRS (Customer Relationship Summary)

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


Current

May 10, 2017 - Present

J. W. COLE ADVISORS, INC.

Office #1: 3445 Winton Place Suite 116, Rochester, NY 14623
RIA
CRD#: 112294
ROCHESTER, NY
Current

May 8, 2017 - Present

J.W. COLE FINANCIAL, INC.

Office #1: 3445 Winton Place Suite 117, Rochester, NY 14623
BD
CRD#: 124583
Rochester, NY
Past

September 5, 2012 - May 8, 2017

PRIVATE ADVISOR GROUP, LLC

RIA
CRD#: 155216
ROCHESTER, NY
Past

December 11, 2007 - May 5, 2017

LPL FINANCIAL LLC

BD
CRD#: 6413
ROCHESTER, NY
Past

August 26, 2005 - December 13, 2007

AMERIPRISE ADVISOR SERVICES, INC.

BD
CRD#: 5979
ROCHESTER, NY
Past

September 3, 1996 - August 29, 2005

MORGAN STANLEY DW INC.

BD
CRD#: 7556
PURCHASE, NY
Past

August 5, 1994 - January 23, 1996

THE EQUITABLE LIFE ASSURANCE SOCIETY OF THE UNITED STATES

BD
CRD#: 4039
NEW YORK, NY
Past

August 4, 1994 - January 23, 1996

EQUITABLE ADVISORS, LLC

BD
CRD#: 6627
NEW YORK, NY
Past

July 12, 1993 - July 8, 1994

TOWER SQUARE SECURITIES, INC.

BD
CRD#: 833
EL SEGUNDO, CA
Past

September 21, 1992 - May 18, 1993

CITISTREET EQUITIES LLC

BD
CRD#: 7447
SOMERSET, NJ
Past

May 8, 1985 - October 9, 1992

JOHN HANCOCK MUTUAL LIFE INSURANCE COMPANY

BD
CRD#: 5181
BOSTON, MA
Past

May 8, 1985 - October 9, 1992

SIGNATOR INVESTORS, INC.

BD
CRD#: 468
BOSTON, MA

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".
JW
J. W. COLE ADVISORS, INC.
ESHBACH RETIREMENT PLANNING | TILCHIN ASSET MANAGEMENT | JONATHAN ROBERTS ADVISORY GROUP, INC. | JONATHAN ROBERTS ADVISORY GROUP | JAFFE TILCHIN INVESTMENT PARTNERS | J.W. COLE ADVISORS, INC. | J. W. COLE ADVISORS, INC.

CRD#: 112294 / SEC#: 801-60722

RIA
Registered Investment Advisory firm - (11/23/2001 Approved)
Arizona
Registered Investment Advisory firm - (12/4/2001 Terminated)
Florida
Registered Investment Advisory firm - (12/5/2001 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.
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
Alabama
(5/8/2017)
RR
Connecticut
(1/3/2023)
RR
Florida
(5/8/2017)
RR
Georgia
(5/8/2017)
RR
Maryland
(3/4/2024)
RR
New York
(5/8/2017)
IAR
New York
(4/1/2021)
RR
North Carolina
(6/26/2018)
RR
Oregon
(1/3/2023)
RR
Pennsylvania
(1/3/2023)
RR
Texas
(8/9/2017)
RR
West Virginia
(11/14/2017)

Exams


State Security Law Exam
IAR
Series 65
Date: 10/18/1996
Uniform Investment Adviser Law Examination
State Security Law Exam
General Industry/Product Exam
General Industry/Product Exam
RR
Series 31
Date: 6/22/2006
Futures Managed Funds Examination
General Industry/Product Exam
General Industry/Product Exam
SRO Registrations
RR
FINRA

Current Firm


JW
J. W. COLE ADVISORS, INC.
ESHBACH RETIREMENT PLANNING | TILCHIN ASSET MANAGEMENT | JONATHAN ROBERTS ADVISORY GROUP, INC. | JONATHAN ROBERTS ADVISORY GROUP | JAFFE TILCHIN INVESTMENT PARTNERS | J.W. COLE ADVISORS, INC. | J. W. COLE ADVISORS, INC.

CRD#: 112294 / SEC#: 801-60722

RIA
Registered Investment Advisory firm - (11/23/2001 Approved)
Arizona
Registered Investment Advisory firm - (12/4/2001 Terminated)
Florida
Registered Investment Advisory firm - (12/5/2001 Terminated)
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Contact information


Main Address
4301 Anchor Plaza Parkway Suite 450, Tampa, FL 33634
Mailing Address
Phone number
(813) 935-6776
Established
Firm type
Fiscal year end
# of Employees
512

SEC notice filing (52 States and Territories)


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Documents


Customer Relationship Summary (CRS / SEC)Latest Form ADV

Part 2 Brochures

WRAP FEE PROGRAM (3/28/2025)

Regulatory assets under management


Total Number of Accounts29,614
AUM (Assets Under Management)$ 7,195,237,282

Red Flags


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Company Information


J. W. COLE ADVISORS, INC.

CRD#: 112294Rochester, NY 14623

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