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PAUL RICHARD RIED

PAUL R. RIED

PAUL R. RIED FINANCIAL GROUP | President / CEO
Bellevue, WA 98004-6366
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CRD#: 1522408
PAUL RICHARD RIED

Professional summary


PAUL RICHARD RIED, CFP® is a registered financial advisor currently at PAUL R. RIED FINANCIAL GROUP, LLC located in Bellevue, Washington.

PAUL is registered as an IAR (Investment Advisor Representative) and started their career in finance in 1986. PAUL has worked at 3 firms and has passed the Series 65, Series 63, SIE, Series 7 and Series 24 exams.

Biography


Paul is the Founder and President / CEO of Paul R. Ried Financial Group, LLC. In this role, he provides leadership to the firm as well as advises clients in the planning process. Paul is passionate about helping clients achieve and maintain an enjoyable retirement. He is a CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER™ professional and Investment Adviser Representative (IAR)* with Cetera Advisor Networks LLC. Since Paul began with his first client in 1986, he has found that a team approach is the best method to help clients effectively develop and pursue their financial goals. One professional cannot do it all. Our unique team structure allows us to draw on each member’s distinct gifts, talents, and knowledge. We know how to ask the right questions and listen carefully to apply the resources and analyses necessary to develop result-oriented solutions. We invite you to discover and experience the power of our team approach and the full array of our services, including our exclusive Planning, Education, Advice & Consulting (PEAC™) Program. Our clients are corporate executives, managers, engineers, and other professionals. We specialize in serving individuals from Boeing and other corporations who require our measurable, detail-oriented approach to lifetime planning and wealth management. "Our mission is simple... empower each client to focus on what matters most to them, so they can live life to the fullest." We are truly partners on your life journey, providing education, guidance, and counsel at each step of the way. Our aim is to apply wisdom to your financial decision-making, giving you the financial freedom to pursue your interests, dreams, and passions. As a result, we hope to simplify your financial life so you and your family can get the most out of this wonderful time in life... Your retirement! In short, our mission is to enable you to pursue TRUE WEALTH... and that is to enjoy a fulfilling retirement pursuing your interests, passions, and dreams while feeling confidence in your finances.
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Question & Answer


What are your service offerings?
Financial planning
Trust & estate planning
Retirement planning
What is your current number of clients?
Greater than 100
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.
(1) FIXED INSURANCE WITH VARIOUS COMPANIES, INVESTMENT RELATED, SAME AS REGISTERED ADDRESS, FIXED INSURANCE, START 1996,< 1HR/WK (TRADING HOURS), INSURANCE AGENT - SELLS LIFE, ANNUITIES, AND LONG-TERM CARE; (2) NAME OF OTHER BUSINESS: MARKET PLACE CONNECTIONS INVESTMENT RELATED: NO ADDRESS: 100 112TH AVE NE. BELLEVUE, WA 98004 NATURE OF BUSINESS: NETWORKING GROUP LEARNING LEADERSHIP PRINCIPLES START DATE: 01/13/2016 POSITION/TITLE/RELATIONSHIP: BOARD MEMBER APX NUMBER OF HOURS PER WEEK: 0-2 HOURS APX NUMBER OF HOURS DURING TRADING HOURS: VARIES BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF DUTIES: CONSULTING/ ADVISORY/ CO-SPONSOR EVENTS; (3) NAME OF OTHER BUSINESS: TRIAGE CARE MINISTRY INVESTMENT RELATED: NO ADDRESS: 2448 APRIL SOUND LANE, FRISCO, TX 75033 NATURE OF BUSINESS: MINISTRY WORK START DATE: 1/20/2016 POSITION/TITLE/RELATIONSHIP: MINISTRY BOARD MEMBER APX NUMBER OF HOURS PER WEEK: 0-1 APX NUMBER OF HOURS DURING TRADING HOURS: VARIES BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF DUTIES: BOARD MEMBER - ADVISORY ONLY; (4) NAME OF OTHER BUSINESS: RIEDS REFUGE LLC ; INVESTMENT RELATED: NO ; ADDRESS: SAME AS RESIDENTIAL LOCATION ; NATURE OF BUSINESS: RECREATIONAL REAL ESTATE ; START DATE: 10/2015 ; POSITION/TITLE/RELATIONSHIP: PART OWNER ; APX NUMBER OF HOURS PER WEEK: NONE ; APX NUMBER OF HOURS DURING TRADING HOURS: NONE ; BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF DUTIES: PART OWNER OF RECREATIONAL REAL ESTATE ;

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CRS (Client Relationship Summary) - RIA


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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®
CFP®

Experience


Current

August 17, 2018 - Present

PAUL R. RIED FINANCIAL GROUP, LLC

Office #1: 10801 Main Street Suite 201, Bellevue, WA 98004-6366
RIA
CRD#: 297284
Bellevue, WA
Past

June 29, 2023 - October 29, 2024

CETERA INVESTMENT ADVISERS LLC

RIA
CRD#: 105644
BELLEVUE, WA
Past

February 10, 1995 - June 29, 2023

CETERA WEALTH SERVICES, LLC

RIA
CRD#: 13572
BELLEVUE, WA
Past

July 23, 1986 - October 29, 2024

CETERA WEALTH SERVICES, LLC

BD
CRD#: 13572
BELLEVUE, WA

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".
PR
PAUL R. RIED FINANCIAL GROUP, LLC
PAUL R. RIED FINANCIAL GROUP, LLC

CRD#: 297284 / SEC#: 801-113796

RIA
Registered Investment Advisory firm - (8/3/2018 Approved)

State Registrations and Notice Filings


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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
Texas
(8/17/2018)
IAR
Washington
(8/23/2018)

Exams


State Security Law Exam
IAR
Series 65
Date: 11/24/1993
Uniform Investment Adviser Law Examination
State Security Law Exam
General Industry/Product Exam
General Industry/Product Exam
Principal/Supervisory Exam

Current Firm


PR
PAUL R. RIED FINANCIAL GROUP, LLC
PAUL R. RIED FINANCIAL GROUP, LLC

CRD#: 297284 / SEC#: 801-113796

RIA
Registered Investment Advisory firm - (8/3/2018 Approved)
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Contact information


Main Address
10801 Main Street Suite 201, Bellevue, WA 98004-6366
Mailing Address
Phone number
(425) 646-6777
Established
Firm type
Fiscal year end
# of Employees
10

SEC notice filing (12 States and Territories)


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Documents


Customer Relationship Summary (CRS / SEC)Latest Form ADV

Part 2 Brochures

PAUL RIED ADV PART 2A BROCHURE (2/24/2025)

Regulatory assets under management


Total Number of Accounts2,496
AUM (Assets Under Management)$ 1,061,462,332

Red Flags


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Company Information


PAUL R. RIED FINANCIAL GROUP, LLC

President / CEOCRD#: 297284Bellevue, WA 98004-6366

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