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Kara V. Elbert

ELBERT FINANCIAL CONSULTING
CHARLOTTE, NC
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CRD#: 1424551
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Professional summary


Kara Vay Elbert, CFP®, who also goes by Kara Vay Gustafson, is a registered financial advisor currently at ELBERT FINANCIAL CONSULTING, INC. located in Charlotte, North Carolina.

Kara is registered as an IAR (Investment Advisor Representative) and started their career in finance in 1985. Kara has worked at 5 firms and has passed the Series 63, Series 7 and Series 24 exams.

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Question & Answer


Are you a "fiduciary"?
Yes

Aliases


Kara Vay Gustafson

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.
SECRETARY OF PARAGON SUPPLY COMPANY, MY HUSBAND'S BUSINESS. IT IS NOT INVESTMENT RELATED. THE ADDRESS IS 3531 FOXRIDGE ROAD, CHARLOTTE, NC 28226. PARAGON IS A DISTRIBUTOR OF STEEL DRILL PIPE TO UTILITY CONTRACTORS. IT WAS STARTED 7/1995. I SPENT ABOUT 5 HOURS PER MONTH CONSULTING ON BUSINESS STRATEGY, NOT DURING TRADING HOURS.

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Certified licenses


Advisors may have various certifications and credentials from different organizations. AdvisorCheck highlights these seven certifications - AIF®, CFP®, ChFC®, CFA, CLU®, CIMA®, CPWA®
CFP®

Experience


Current

January 25, 2002 - Present

ELBERT FINANCIAL CONSULTING, INC.

RIA
CRD#: 117847
CHARLOTTE, NC
Past

February 3, 1994 - December 31, 1996

INVESTORS SECURITY COMPANY, INC.

BD
CRD#: 2331
SUFFOLK, VA
Past

January 23, 1990 - January 16, 1992

SCEPTER SECURITIES, INC.

BD
CRD#: 14867
Past

September 19, 1986 - January 23, 1988

CNB INVESTMENTS, INC.

BD
CRD#: 17987
Past

October 23, 1985 - November 5, 1985

WALL STREET ACCESS

BD
CRD#: 10012

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
(1/25/2002)

Exams


State Security Law Exam
RR
Series 63
Date: 5/3/1994
Uniform Securities Agent State Law Examination
General Industry/Product Exam
Principal/Supervisory Exam
RR
Series 24
Date: 11/17/1986
General Securities Principal Examination

Current Firm


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ELBERT FINANCIAL CONSULTING, INC.
ELBERT FINANCIAL CONSULTING, INC.

CRD#: 117847 / SEC#:

North Carolina
Registered Investment Advisory firm - (1/25/2002 Approved)
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Contact information


Main Address
Charlotte, NC
Mailing Address
Phone number
(704) 759-8018
Established
Firm type
Fiscal year end
# of Employees
4

Documents


Latest Form ADV

Accountant surprise examination report


Filing DateForm ADV-E CoverForm ADV-E Report
09/15/2025
Cover Page
11/21/2024
01/30/2024
04/10/2023

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Company Information


ELBERT FINANCIAL CONSULTING, INC.

CRD#: 117847Charlotte, NC

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