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Thomas E. Hoffman

CAPITAL ANALYSTS
Braintree, MA 02184
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CRD#: 1449415
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Professional summary


Thomas Ehrler Hoffman, AIF® is a registered financial advisor currently at CAPITAL ANALYSTS located in Braintree, Massachusetts and LINCOLN INVESTMENT located in Braintree, Massachusetts.

Thomas is registered as an IAR (Investment Advisor Representative) and RR (Registered Representative) and started their career in finance in 1986. Thomas has worked at 5 firms and has passed the Series 63, SIE and Series 7 exams.

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Question & Answer


Are you a "fiduciary"?
Yes

Aliases


None

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.
CAPITAL ANALYSTS OF NEW ENGLAND POSITION: PARTNER NATURE: INVESTMENTS INVESTMENT RELATED: YES NUMBER OF HOURS: 240 INVESTMENT RELATED HOURS: 130 START DATE: 06/01/1985 ADDRESS: 1266 FURNACE BROOK PKWY, QUINCY MA 02169 DESCRIPTION: SALES AND SERVICE OF FIXED LIFE INSURNACE PRODUCTS SOUTH SHORE SPECIAL NEEDS ATHLETIC PARTNERSHIP POSITION: founding board member and treasurer NATURE: non profit support for special needs INVESTMENT RELATED: No NUMBER OF HOURS: 10 SECURITIES TRADING HOURS: 2 START DATE: 02/07/2014 ADDRESS: PO Box 48, KAF Financial, Hingham MA 02043 DESCRIPTION: maintain all financial records, collect fees, pay all bills, THOMAS E HOFFMAN POSITION: self employed tax preparer for family and friends NATURE: tax preparation INVESTMENT RELATED: No NUMBER OF HOURS: 10 SECURITIES TRADING HOURS: 0 START DATE: 01/01/2017 ADDRESS: 3 Sherman Way, Hingham MA 02043, United States DESCRIPTION: prepare Federal and state tax returns HINGHAM 4TH OF JULY PARADE COMMITTEE POSITION: chair of the 50 flags sub committee and parade committee member NATURE: committee raises funds and operates 4th of July Parade INVESTMENT RELATED: No NUMBER OF HOURS: 4 SECURITIES TRADING HOURS: 2 START DATE: 02/04/2015 ADDRESS: c/o Hingham Town Hall, 230 Central Street, Hingham MA 02043, United States DESCRIPTION: promote and install 50 flags at business and residences to raise funds to help pay for the parade CHAPPAQUIDDICK BEACH CLUB, INC POSITION: Past Board Member, Past Treasurer, Chair, Finance and Investment Committee NATURE: non profit private beach club INVESTMENT RELATED: No NUMBER OF HOURS: 6 SECURITIES TRADING HOURS: 1 START DATE: 08/13/2016 ADDRESS: 37 Chappy Road, Edgartown MA 02539, United States DESCRIPTION: quarterly conference calls, read meeting minutes, three in person board meetings per year HINGHAM YOUTH FOOTBALL POSITION: Past President and Treasurer, now serving as advisor to President and Board. Assistant football coach NATURE: youth football INVESTMENT RELATED: No NUMBER OF HOURS: 50 SECURITIES TRADING HOURS: 2 START DATE: 02/15/2012 ADDRESS: PO Box 297, Hingham MA 02043, United States DESCRIPTION: Oversee the operation of a youth football organization with 185 tackle players, 280 flag players, 55 cheerleaders and 90 parent volunteer coaches and board members. TOWN OF HINGHAM VETERANS COUNCIL POSITION: council member, volunteer with projects supporting needy veterans NATURE: assist Veterans Service Agent INVESTMENT RELATED: No NUMBER OF HOURS: 5 SECURITIES TRADING HOURS: 1 START DATE: 11/15/2022 ADDRESS: 210 Central St, Hingham MA 02043, United States DESCRIPTION: plant flags on veterans graves in May, wreaths in December, coordinate a Christmas gift bag program MASS FALLEN HEROES POSITION: Member of the host committee NATURE: support vets and Gold Star Families INVESTMENT RELATED: No NUMBER OF HOURS: 5 SECURITIES TRADING HOURS: 0 START DATE: 04/10/2023 ADDRESS: 12 Channel Street, Boston MA 02210, United States DESCRIPTION: raise funds to support the great works of the organization. Volunteer at the warehouse prepping for a once a month sale attended by 500 or more folks

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CRS (Client Relationship Summary) - RIA


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CRS (Customer Relationship Summary)

Certified licenses


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AIF®

Experience


Current

September 18, 2012 - Present

CAPITAL ANALYSTS

Office #1: 35 Braintree Hill Office Park Suite 102, Braintree, MA 02184
RIA
CRD#: 162200
Braintree, MA
Current

June 1, 2012 - Present

LINCOLN INVESTMENT

Office #1: 35 Braintree Hill Office Park Suite 400 & 405, Braintree, MA 02184
RIA
BD
CRD#: 519
Braintree, MA
Past

May 1, 1997 - July 8, 1998

SIGNATOR INVESTORS, INC.

BD
CRD#: 468
BOSTON, MA
Past

September 28, 1992 - May 1, 1997

JOHN HANCOCK MUTUAL LIFE INSURANCE COMPANY

BD
CRD#: 5181
BOSTON, MA
Past

January 22, 1986 - June 1, 2012

CINCINNATI ANALYSTS, INC.

BD
CRD#: 5478
BRAINTREE, 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".
CA
CAPITAL ANALYSTS
CAI ACQUISITION, INC | THE LINCOLN INVESTMENT COMPANIES | CAPITAL ANALYSTS, LLC | CAPITAL ANALYSTS, INC | CAPITAL ANALYSTS

CRD#: 162200 / SEC#: 801-74614

RIA
Registered Investment Advisory firm - (4/17/2012 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
Arizona
(1/4/2016)
RR
California
(6/1/2012)
RR
Connecticut
(6/1/2012)
RR
Delaware
(12/23/2014)
RR
Florida
(6/2/2012)
RR
Georgia
(8/28/2020)
RR
Illinois
(1/4/2019)
RR
Indiana
(1/4/2019)
RR
Kentucky
(1/2/2024)
RR
Maine
(6/1/2012)
RR
Maryland
(6/1/2012)
RR
Massachusetts
(6/1/2012)
IAR
Massachusetts
(9/18/2012)
RR
Michigan
(8/18/2022)
RR
Missouri
(1/4/2019)
RR
Nebraska
(1/5/2017)
RR
New Hampshire
(6/1/2012)
RR
New Jersey
(6/1/2012)
RR
New York
(6/1/2012)
RR
North Carolina
(6/1/2012)
RR
Pennsylvania
(6/1/2012)
RR
Rhode Island
(6/1/2012)
RR
Vermont
(6/1/2012)
RR
Virginia
(6/1/2012)
RR
Washington
(1/2/2024)

Exams


State Security Law Exam
RR
Series 63
Date: 2/18/1986
Uniform Securities Agent State Law Examination
General Industry/Product Exam
General Industry/Product Exam
SRO Registrations
RR
FINRA

Current Firm


CA
CAPITAL ANALYSTS
CAI ACQUISITION, INC | THE LINCOLN INVESTMENT COMPANIES | CAPITAL ANALYSTS, LLC | CAPITAL ANALYSTS, INC | CAPITAL ANALYSTS

CRD#: 162200 / SEC#: 801-74614

RIA
Registered Investment Advisory firm - (4/17/2012 Approved)
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Contact information


Main Address
601 Office Center Drive Suite 300, Fort Washington, PA 19034-3232
Mailing Address
Phone number
(800) 242-1421
Established
Firm type
Fiscal year end
# of Employees
739

SEC notice filing (52 States and Territories)


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Documents


Customer Relationship Summary (CRS / SEC)Latest Form ADV

Part 2 Brochures

CAPITAL ANALYSTS, LLC FORM ADV PART 2A BROCHURE (8/13/2025)

Regulatory assets under management


Total Number of Accounts26,578
AUM (Assets Under Management)$ 8,713,202,466

Accountant surprise examination report


Filing DateForm ADV-E CoverForm ADV-E Report
08/28/2024
Cover Page
09/27/2023
03/29/2023

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Company Information


CAPITAL ANALYSTS

CRD#: 162200Braintree, MA 02184

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