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Mark A. Shuster
SHUSTER ADVISORY GROUP
PASADENA, CA 91101
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CRD#: 1402702
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Professional summary
Mark Allan Shuster, who also goes by Mark A Shuster, is a registered financial advisor currently at SHUSTER ADVISORY GROUP, LLC located in Pasadena, California and EQUITABLE ADVISORS, LLC located in Pasadena, California.
Mark is registered as an IAR (Investment Advisor Representative) and RR (Registered Representative) and started their career in finance in 1986. Mark has worked at 5 firms and has passed the Series 65, Series 63, SIE, Series 7 and Series 6 exams.
Question & Answer
Are you a "fiduciary"?
Yes
Aliases
Mark A Shuster
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. SHUSTER FINANCIAL GROUP, LLC, CEO AND MANAGING MEMBER. 2. SHUSTER FINANCIAL AND INSURANCE SERVICES, INC., OWNER. 3. PREMIER GIRLS FASTPITCH, INC. ADVISORY BOARD MEMBER AND SHAREHOLDER. COMPANY RUNS NATIONAL CHAMPIONSHIP PROGRAM FOR GIRLS CLUB SOFTBALL. 4. ORCO BLOCK COMPANY, ADVISORY BOARD MEMBER. ORCO BLOCK IS A MANUFACTURER AND DISTRIBUTOR OF BRICKS AND BLOCKS FOR BUILDING CONSTRUCTION. 5. EQUITABLE AGENTS REINSURANCE COMPANY (EARC), BOARD MEMBER AND INVESTOR. 6. SHUSTER ADVISORY GROUP, LLC, RIA, OWNER, PRINCIPAL. WEALTH MANAGEMENT AND PENSION CONSULTING SERVICES. 7. ROSE BOWL LEGACY FOUNDATION, BOARD OF DIRECTORS. 8. SAAVKIS, LLC, RENTAL PROPERTY OWNER. 9. SHUFIVE, LLC, FAMILY INVESTMENT REAL ESTATE COMPANY. 10. SHUONE, LLC FAMILY INVESTMENT REAL ESTATE COMPANY. 11. ROSE BOWL INSTITUTE ADVISORY BOARD, ADVISORY BOARD MEMBER. 12. ASHAR GROUP, FIXED LIFE SETTLEMENTS BROKER. 13. SHUSTER WEALTH MANAGEMENT, DBA FOR THE WEALTH MANAGEMENT LINE OF BUSINESS FOR SHUSTER ADVISORY GROUP RIA. 14. SHUTWO, LLC FAMILY INVESTMENT REAL ESTATE COMPANY. 15. Charles Schwab & Co, Inc. Retirement Business Services, Schwab Trust & Custody Advisory Board, Advisory Board Member. 16. Outside Fixed Insurance Business 17. Member/Owner, America's University Championships, LLC, Huntington Beach, CA 92647. College and university level national championship tournament for softball. Members will provide advice on how best to organize and operate the company. One hour/mo, no comp. Not investment related.
CRS (Client Relationship Summary) - RIA
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Certified licenses
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NoneExperience
Current
January 29, 2015 - Present
SHUSTER ADVISORY GROUP, LLC
Office #1: 155 N. Lake Ave. Suite 950, Pasadena, CA 91101RIA
CRD#: 170233
PASADENA, CA
Current
June 12, 1986 - Present
EQUITABLE ADVISORS, LLC
Office #1: 155 N. Lake Ave Suite 950, Pasadena, CA 91101RIA
BD
CRD#: 6627
PASADENA, CA
Past
March 8, 2017 - June 23, 2017
KOBO RETIREMENT STRATEGIES
RIA
CRD#: 283743
PASADENA, CA
Past
February 5, 2014 - August 31, 2020
THE STERLING GROUP
RIA
CRD#: 111782
PASADENA, CA
Past
April 6, 2000 - January 3, 2025
EQUITABLE ADVISORS, LLC
RIA
CRD#: 6627
PASADENA, CA
Past
June 12, 1986 - January 5, 2000
THE EQUITABLE LIFE ASSURANCE SOCIETY OF THE UNITED STATES
BD
CRD#: 4039
NEW YORK, 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".
SA
SHUSTER ADVISORY GROUP, LLC
SFG RETIREMENT PLAN CONSULTING | SHUSTER, MARK A | SHUSTER WEALTH MANAGEMENT | SHUSTER RETIREMENT PLAN CONSULTING | SHUSTER ADVISORY GROUP, LLC | SFG RETIREMENT PLAN CONSULTING, LLC
CRD#: 170233 / SEC#: 801-106929
RIA
Registered Investment Advisory firm - (11/19/2015 Approved)California
Registered Investment Advisory firm - (1/22/2016 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(3/25/2009)
RR
Arizona(4/6/2000)
RR
Arkansas(9/28/2016)
RR
California(9/9/1986)
IAR
California(1/29/2015)
RR
Colorado(4/6/2000)
RR
District of Columbia(4/6/2000)
RR
Florida(4/10/2000)
RR
Georgia(4/6/2000)
RR
Hawaii(10/26/2000)
RR
Idaho(10/20/2009)
RR
Illinois(4/6/2000)
RR
Indiana(4/6/2000)
RR
Iowa(10/3/2014)
RR
Kentucky(8/20/1999)
RR
Louisiana(4/1/2010)
RR
Maryland(11/14/2006)
RR
Massachusetts(7/6/2001)
RR
Nevada(9/2/1999)
RR
New Jersey(10/6/1999)
RR
New York(10/21/1998)
RR
North Dakota(11/19/2003)
RR
Ohio(11/1/2021)
RR
Oklahoma(5/4/2010)
RR
Oregon(3/9/2000)
RR
Pennsylvania(9/7/1999)
RR
South Dakota(8/3/2016)
RR
Tennessee(9/28/2016)
RR
Texas(4/6/2000)
RR
Utah(7/6/2001)
RR
Washington(4/6/2000)
RR
West Virginia(4/6/2000)
RR
Wisconsin(4/7/2000)
Exams
State Security Law Exam
State Security Law Exam
General Industry/Product Exam
General Industry/Product Exam
General Industry/Product Exam
SRO Registrations
RR
FINRA
Current Firm
SA
SHUSTER ADVISORY GROUP, LLC
SFG RETIREMENT PLAN CONSULTING | SHUSTER, MARK A | SHUSTER WEALTH MANAGEMENT | SHUSTER RETIREMENT PLAN CONSULTING | SHUSTER ADVISORY GROUP, LLC | SFG RETIREMENT PLAN CONSULTING, LLC
CRD#: 170233 / SEC#: 801-106929
RIA
Registered Investment Advisory firm - (11/19/2015 Approved)California
Registered Investment Advisory firm - (1/22/2016 Terminated)Upgrade to AdvisorCheck Premium
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Contact information
Main Address
155 N. Lake Ave. Suite 950, Pasadena, CA 91101
Mailing Address
Phone number
(626) 578-0816
Established
Firm type
Fiscal year end
# of Employees
14
SEC notice filing (5 States and Territories)
Regulatory assets under management
| Total Number of Accounts | 884 |
| AUM (Assets Under Management) | $ 7,909,384,939 |
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