MJ
Melvin S. Jacobs
SUNBELT SECURITIES
Houston, TX 77056
Some features on this profile are disabled
CRD#: 1361940
MJ
Professional summary
Melvin Saul Jacobs, who also goes by Mel Jacobs, Melvin Jacobs, is a registered financial advisor currently at SUNBELT SECURITIES, INC. located in Houston, Texas.
Melvin is registered as an IAR (Investment Advisor Representative) and RR (Registered Representative) and started their career in finance in 1985. Melvin has worked at 7 firms and has passed the Series 65, Series 63, SIE and Series 7 exams.
Question & Answer
Are you a "fiduciary"?
Yes
Aliases
Mel Jacobs | Melvin Jacobs
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) Accumulus Advisors (DBA): Investment Related. 2700 Post Oak Blvd Ste 1700, Houston, TX 77056. DBA - "doing business as" under Sunbelt Securities, Inc. Registered Representative. Relationship: DBA. Start: 12/2017. Commissions through Sunbelt Securities, Inc. 40 hours a week, during trading hours. 2) Vail Townhouse / Coldstream Condominiums (OBA): Not investment related. 1476 Westhaven Dr, Unit 38, Vail, CO 81657. Real Estate Rental. Home Owner. No relationship. Start: 05/31/2016. 1/2 hour a week, none during trading hours. 3) ACCUMULUS HOLDINGS (OBA): Not investment related. 4008 Arnold St, Houston, TX 77005. HOLDING COMPANY FOR PERSONAL INVESTMENTS. GENERAL PARTNER. START: 6/15/2016. 1 HOUR MONTHLY, NONE DURING TRADING HOURS. 4) Euphoria Marine LLC (OBA): Not investment related. 4008 Arnold St, Houston, TX 77005. Boat Charter. Manager. No relationship. Start: 04/2021. Zero hours per month, none during trading hours. 5) Ocean Vibes Charters LLC (OBA): Not investment related. 6100 Red Hooks Qtrs/ C3-6, St Thomas, USVI 00802. Yacht Charter Business. Partner. No relationship. Start: 12/2021. 1 hour a week, none during trading hours. 6) Marinerswinrock LLC (OBA): Not investment related. 2421 Tangley St, Ste 105, Houston, TX 77005. Real estate. Member. No relationship. Start: 10/2022. Zero hours per week, none during trading hours.
CRS (Client Relationship Summary) - RIA
Click below to view Melvin Saul Jacobs's CRS (Customer Relationship Summary).
CRS (Client Relationship Summary) - BD
Click below to view Melvin Saul Jacobs's 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®
NoneExperience
Current
December 18, 2017 - Present
SUNBELT SECURITIES, INC.
Office #1: 2700 Post Oak Blvd Ste 1700, Houston, TX 77056Office #2: 2700 Post Oak Blvd Ste 1700, Houston, TX 77056RIA
BD
CRD#: 42180
Houston, TX
Current
December 18, 2017 - Present
SUNBELT SECURITIES, INC.
Office #1: 2700 Post Oak Blvd Ste 1700, Houston, TX 77056Office #2: 2700 Post Oak Blvd Ste 1700, Houston, TX 77056RIA
BD
CRD#: 42180
Houston, TX
Past
May 1, 2009 - January 12, 2018
MERRILL LYNCH, PIERCE, FENNER & SMITH INCORPORATED
RIA
CRD#: 7691
HOUSTON, TX
Past
May 1, 2009 - January 12, 2018
MERRILL LYNCH, PIERCE, FENNER & SMITH INCORPORATED
BD
CRD#: 7691
HOUSTON, TX
Past
March 28, 2003 - May 20, 2009
UBS FINANCIAL SERVICES INC.
RIA
CRD#: 8174
HOUSTON, TX
Past
March 28, 2003 - May 20, 2009
UBS FINANCIAL SERVICES INC.
BD
CRD#: 8174
HOUSTON, TX
Past
January 3, 2003 - March 31, 2003
OPPENHEIMER & CO. INC.
BD
CRD#: 249
NEW YORK, NY
Past
April 3, 1988 - April 18, 1995
CIBC WORLD MARKETS CORP.
BD
CRD#: 630
Past
March 30, 1987 - January 3, 2003
CIBC WORLD MARKETS CORP.
BD
CRD#: 630
NEW YORK, NY
Past
April 2, 1986 - March 23, 1987
PERSHING LLC
BD
CRD#: 7560
Past
May 24, 1985 - November 25, 1985
THE STUART-JAMES COMPANY, INCORPORATED
BD
CRD#: 11691
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".
SS
SUNBELT SECURITIES, INC.
SUNBELT ADVISORY SERVICES, INC. | SUNBELT SECURITIES, INC. | SUNBELT SECURITIES
CRD#: 42180 / SEC#: 801-71479, 8-49748
RIA
Registered Investment Advisory firm - SEC (6/24/2010 Approved)Kentucky
Registered Investment Advisory firm - SEC (7/16/2010 Terminated)Texas
Registered Investment Advisory firm - SEC (7/16/2010 Terminated)BD
Broker-Dealer Firm Regulated by FINRA (Dallas 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
Arkansas(3/1/2023)
RR
California(12/18/2017)
IAR
California(6/9/2020)
RR
Colorado(4/5/2018)
IAR
Colorado(11/8/2018)
RR
Florida(11/6/2019)
IAR
Florida(11/6/2019)
RR
Missouri(12/18/2017)
RR
New York(12/18/2017)
RR
Oklahoma(12/18/2017)
IAR
Oklahoma(12/18/2018)
RR
Texas(12/18/2017)
IAR
Texas(12/18/2017)
RR
Wisconsin(3/21/2023)
RR
Wyoming(8/2/2021)
Exams
State Security Law Exam
State Security Law Exam
General Industry/Product Exam
General Industry/Product Exam
SRO Registrations
RR
FINRA
Current Firm
SS
SUNBELT SECURITIES, INC.
SUNBELT ADVISORY SERVICES, INC. | SUNBELT SECURITIES, INC. | SUNBELT SECURITIES
CRD#: 42180 / SEC#: 801-71479, 8-49748
RIA
Registered Investment Advisory firm - SEC (6/24/2010 Approved)Kentucky
Registered Investment Advisory firm - SEC (7/16/2010 Terminated)Texas
Registered Investment Advisory firm - SEC (7/16/2010 Terminated)BD
Broker-Dealer Firm Regulated by FINRA (Dallas district office)
Upgrade to AdvisorCheck Premium
Get A Biweekly Pulse, AutomaticallyReceive biweekly alerts automatically. Stay informed and proactive.
Catch Firm-Level Red Flags SoonerCatch leadership changes and disclosures early, before issues escalate.
See Trends. Not Just SnapshotsMonitor firm stability metrics like AUM and advisor ratios over time.
Contact information
Main Address
2700 Post Oak Blvd Ste 1700, Houston, TX 77056
Mailing Address
2700 Post Oak Blvd Ste 1700, Houston, TX 77056
Phone number
(713) 965-9510
Established
Texas since 10/20/1995
Firm type
Corporation
Fiscal year end
December
Firm Size
Small
# of Employees
68
SEC notice filing (39 States and Territories)
FINRA licenses (51 States and Territories)
Direct owners and executive officers
| Name | Position | CRD# |
|---|---|---|
| BUCKLEY, THOMAS FRANCIS | FINANCIAL OPERATIONS PRINCIPAL | 1563361 |
| MILLER, RAYMOND JOSEPH | OFFICE MANAGER/COMPLIANCE | 856248 |
| SMETEK, DAVID ANTHONY | PRESIDENT / SECRETARY | 1246996 |
| SMETEK, PATRICK JOSEPH | REGISTERED OPTIONS PRINICPAL | 1052695 |
| SMETEK, PATRICK JOSEPH | CHIEF COMPLIANCE OFFICER | 1052695 |
| YOUNG, DAGNY WRIGHT | MUNICIPAL SECURITIES PRINCIPAL | 2050615 |
Regulatory assets under management
| Total Number of Accounts | 5,355 |
| AUM (Assets Under Management) | $ 2,024,286,577 |
Disclosures
| Regulatory Event | 2 |
Red Flags
Disclosures can be potential red flags, including customer disputes, regulatory fines, employer terminations, bankruptcies, judgments, liens, or certain criminal activities.
Check for any disclosures as part of your thorough research when choosing an advisor.
