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Robert J. Caplinger

THURSTON SPRINGER ADVISORS
Indianapolis, IN 46240
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CRD#: 1437425
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Professional summary


Robert James Caplinger JR, who also goes by Bob Caplinger, Robert James Caplinger, is a registered financial advisor currently at THURSTON SPRINGER ADVISORS located in Indianapolis, Indiana and THURSTON, SPRINGER, MILLER, HERD & TITAK, INC. located in Lafayette, Indiana.

Robert is registered as an IAR (Investment Advisor Representative) and RR (Registered Representative) and started their career in finance in 1986. Robert has worked at 10 firms and has passed the Series 63, SIE, Series 22 and Series 6 exams.

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Are you a "fiduciary"?
Yes

Aliases


Bob Caplinger | Robert James Caplinger

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.
DBA: LANDMARK FINANCIAL SERVICES, LLC 35 EXECUTIVE DR. STE 2 LAFAYETTE, IN 47905 AND 1887 E. HENDRYX DRIVE BATTLE GROUND, IN 47920 NATURE OF BUSINESS: INSURANCE, MEDICARE SUPPLEMENTS TITLE: OWNER DUTIES: FINANCIAL PLANNER, INVESTMENTS, INSURANCE PERCENT OF TIME: 10% COMPENSATION: COMMISSIONS

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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

November 24, 2020 - Present

THURSTON SPRINGER ADVISORS

Office #1: 9000 Keystone Crossing Seventh Floor, Indianapolis, IN 46240Office #2: 35 Executive Drive Suite 2, Lafayette, IN 47905
RIA
CRD#: 299201
Indianapolis, IN
Current

January 21, 2016 - Present

THURSTON, SPRINGER, MILLER, HERD & TITAK, INC.

Office #1: 35 Executive Drive Suite 2, Lafayette, IN 47905
BD
CRD#: 8478
Lafayette, IN
Past

January 21, 2016 - November 24, 2020

THURSTON, SPRINGER, MILLER, HERD & TITAK, INC.

RIA
CRD#: 8478
INDIANAPOLIS, IN
Past

January 30, 2015 - January 28, 2016

STONEX ADVISORS INC.

RIA
CRD#: 174182
BIRMINGHAM, AL
Past

September 12, 2014 - January 28, 2016

STONEX SECURITIES INC.

BD
CRD#: 18456
LAFAYETTE, IN
Past

May 20, 2003 - January 30, 2015

WRP INVESTMENTS, INC.

RIA
CRD#: 7365
LAFAYETTE, IN
Past

May 20, 2003 - September 12, 2014

WRP INVESTMENTS, INC.

BD
CRD#: 7365
LAFAYETTE, IN
Past

December 17, 1998 - May 29, 2003

FFP ADVISORY SERVICES INC

RIA
CRD#: 110778
LAFAYETTE, IN
Past

September 11, 1990 - May 29, 2003

FFP SECURITIES, INC.

BD
CRD#: 16337
CHESTERFIELD, MO
Past

May 15, 1989 - September 17, 1990

FIRST PACIFIC CAPITAL CORPORATION

BD
CRD#: 21042
Past

March 8, 1989 - May 16, 1989

SOUTHMARK FINANCIAL SERVICES, INC.

BD
CRD#: 6518
Past

September 8, 1988 - March 9, 1989

WADDELL & REED

BD
CRD#: 866
Past

February 19, 1986 - August 9, 1988

WADDELL & REED

BD
CRD#: 866

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".
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THURSTON SPRINGER ADVISORS
ADAMS COUNTY FINANCIAL RESOURCES | WESLEY BATES WEALTH MANAGEMENT | THURSTON SPRINGER RETIREMENT SERVICES | THURSTON SPRINGER FINANCIAL | THURSTON SPRINGER ADVISORS, LLC | THURSTON SPRINGER ADVISORS | THORSON TAX & FINANCIAL | THE BARTHEL AGENCY | TARGETED RETIREMENT STRATEGIES | T.S. PHILLIPS | SPRAWLS FINANCIAL | RETIREMENT AND ESTATE PLANNING SERVICES | ONTRACK CAPITAL MANAGEMENT | NORTH STAR FINANCIAL | LAVELLE FINANCIAL | JKS INVESTMENT MANAGEMENT OF THURSTON SPRINGER | J. SIMON & COMPANY | INVESTMENT STRATEGIES | INTEGRITY WEALTH SOLUTIONS | HOLCOMB WEALTH MANAGEMENT | FRATARCANGELI WEALTH MANAGEMENT | DAMER WEALTH MANAGEMENT | CONSERVATION WEALTH MANAGEMENT | COHEN CAPITAL MANAGEMENT | CHIDDISTER FINANCIAL ASSOCIATES | CERULEAN CAPITAL MANAGEMENT, LLC | BCT FINANCIAL | BALDASSARI ADVISORY | ASCEND WEALTH | AP CAPITAL MANAGEMENT | AMERICAN PENSION ADVISORS | ALPHA POINTE CAPITAL

CRD#: 299201 / SEC#: 801-114256

RIA
Registered Investment Advisory firm - (11/2/2018 Approved)

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
Florida
(1/21/2016)
RR
Illinois
(1/21/2016)
RR
Indiana
(1/21/2016)
IAR
Indiana
(11/24/2020)
RR
South Carolina
(1/21/2016)

Exams


State Security Law Exam
RR
Series 63
Date: 2/14/1986
Uniform Securities Agent State Law Examination
General Industry/Product Exam
General Industry/Product Exam
General Industry/Product Exam
SRO Registrations
RR
FINRA

Current Firm


TS
THURSTON SPRINGER ADVISORS
ADAMS COUNTY FINANCIAL RESOURCES | WESLEY BATES WEALTH MANAGEMENT | THURSTON SPRINGER RETIREMENT SERVICES | THURSTON SPRINGER FINANCIAL | THURSTON SPRINGER ADVISORS, LLC | THURSTON SPRINGER ADVISORS | THORSON TAX & FINANCIAL | THE BARTHEL AGENCY | TARGETED RETIREMENT STRATEGIES | T.S. PHILLIPS | SPRAWLS FINANCIAL | RETIREMENT AND ESTATE PLANNING SERVICES | ONTRACK CAPITAL MANAGEMENT | NORTH STAR FINANCIAL | LAVELLE FINANCIAL | JKS INVESTMENT MANAGEMENT OF THURSTON SPRINGER | J. SIMON & COMPANY | INVESTMENT STRATEGIES | INTEGRITY WEALTH SOLUTIONS | HOLCOMB WEALTH MANAGEMENT | FRATARCANGELI WEALTH MANAGEMENT | DAMER WEALTH MANAGEMENT | CONSERVATION WEALTH MANAGEMENT | COHEN CAPITAL MANAGEMENT | CHIDDISTER FINANCIAL ASSOCIATES | CERULEAN CAPITAL MANAGEMENT, LLC | BCT FINANCIAL | BALDASSARI ADVISORY | ASCEND WEALTH | AP CAPITAL MANAGEMENT | AMERICAN PENSION ADVISORS | ALPHA POINTE CAPITAL

CRD#: 299201 / SEC#: 801-114256

RIA
Registered Investment Advisory firm - (11/2/2018 Approved)
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Contact information


Main Address
9000 Keystone Crossing Seventh Floor, Indianapolis, IN 46240
Mailing Address
Phone number
(317) 581-4000
Established
Firm type
Fiscal year end
# of Employees
93

SEC notice filing (41 States and Territories)


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Documents


Customer Relationship Summary (CRS / SEC)Latest Form ADV

Part 2 Brochures

TSA_ADV2A_(FINAL 9.14.25) (10/14/2025)

Regulatory assets under management


Total Number of Accounts6,759
AUM (Assets Under Management)$ 3,675,305,852

Accountant surprise examination report


Filing DateForm ADV-E CoverForm ADV-E Report
05/21/2025
Cover Page
02/28/2024

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Company Information


THURSTON SPRINGER ADVISORS

CRD#: 299201Indianapolis, IN 46240

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