Scott R. Cohen
KESTRA ADVISORY SERVICES | Principal, Founder, CEO
DALLAS, TX 75248
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CRD#: 2400506
Professional summary
Scott Ryan Cohen, CFP® is a registered financial advisor currently at KESTRA ADVISORY SERVICES, LLC located in Dallas, Texas and KESTRA INVESTMENT SERVICES, LLC located in Dallas, Texas.
Scott is registered as an IAR (Investment Advisor Representative) and RR (Registered Representative) and started their career in finance in 1994. Scott has worked at 4 firms and has passed the Series 65, Series 63, SIE, Series 7 and Series 6 exams.
Biography
As principal and founder of CD Wealth Management, Scott Cohen leads the firm with the belief that the interest of his clients always comes first. Scott specializes in financial consulting for individuals, not-for-profits and privately held companies, with an emphasis on asset management, estate planning and retirement planning.
Growing up in Dallas, Scott saw that the family company, Waldman Bros, was a Dallas institution—one that he wanted to join. Following his graduation from University of Texas at Austin with a degree in economics, Scott learned more about the financial industry while working for an outside firm, quickly developing expertise and expanding his list of clients.
In 1995, Scott combined his leadership skills, financial intuitiveness and hard work ethic to create and build one of the most trusted and respected areas of Waldman Bros and continues to build on that legacy at CD Wealth. With the innate ability to understand clients’ wants, needs and goals, Scott is a passionate advocate for each client as he develops a strategy dependent on his/her unique situation. He is a confident and trusted advisor who loves working and helping others.
Scott is a past chairman of the board of the Aaron Family Jewish Community Center. He is a dedicated volunteer who firmly believes in giving back to the community and helping others — from serving on the boards of civic organizations to participating in hands-on service projects. Scott is an avid golfer and loves spending time traveling with his wife and three daughters.
Question & Answer
What are your service offerings?
Trust & estate planning
Institutional consulting
Philanthropic services
Executive services/Equity comp...
Trading individual securities
Financial planning
Retirement planning
What is your current number of clients?
Greater than 100
What is your minimum asset requirement?
1M
Are you a "fiduciary"?
Yes
Aliases
None
Other business activities
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The advisor shows no other business activity.
CRS (Client Relationship Summary) - RIA
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Certified licenses
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CFP®
Start date: 2006
Education
Economics
1989 - 1993
2004 - 2005
High School Diploma
1986 - 1989
Experience
Current
April 19, 2016 - Present
KESTRA ADVISORY SERVICES, LLC
Office #1: 16400 Dallas Parkway Suite 310, Dallas, TX 75248RIA
CRD#: 283330
DALLAS, TX
Current
June 12, 2003 - Present
KESTRA INVESTMENT SERVICES, LLC
Office #1: 16400 Dallas Parkway Suite 310, Dallas, TX 75248BD
CRD#: 42046
Dallas, TX
Past
June 12, 2003 - September 22, 2016
KESTRA INVESTMENT SERVICES, LLC
RIA
CRD#: 42046
DALLAS, TX
Past
July 12, 2000 - July 1, 2003
VERAVEST INVESTMENT ADVISORS, INC.
RIA
CRD#: 105796
DALLAS, TX
Past
January 1, 1994 - June 20, 2003
VERAVEST INVESTMENTS, INC.
BD
CRD#: 3960
WORCESTER, MA
Primary Firm SEC Registration
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KA
KESTRA ADVISORY SERVICES, LLC
KESTRA ADVISORY SERVICES, LLC | NFP ADVISOR SERVICES LLC
CRD#: 283330 / SEC#: 801-56126
RIA
Registered Investment Advisory firm - (12/31/1998 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
Alabama(1/8/2015)
RR
Alaska(1/11/2018)
RR
Arizona(10/23/2006)
RR
Arkansas(12/14/2023)
RR
California(6/25/2003)
RR
Colorado(6/25/2003)
RR
District of Columbia(6/25/2003)
RR
Florida(6/12/2003)
RR
Georgia(4/25/2023)
RR
Illinois(6/12/2003)
RR
Indiana(10/17/2007)
RR
Kansas(1/19/2023)
RR
Louisiana(7/7/2003)
RR
Maryland(6/25/2003)
RR
Massachusetts(10/17/2007)
RR
Michigan(5/31/2019)
RR
Minnesota(12/5/2023)
RR
Missouri(7/2/2018)
RR
New Hampshire(2/5/2010)
RR
New Jersey(1/27/2022)
RR
New Mexico(3/27/2020)
RR
New York(6/12/2003)
RR
North Carolina(6/2/2017)
RR
Ohio(7/18/2012)
RR
Oklahoma(11/9/2020)
RR
Oregon(2/6/2009)
RR
Pennsylvania(3/30/2006)
RR
South Carolina(1/11/2018)
RR
Tennessee(11/6/2019)
RR
Texas(6/12/2003)
IAR
Texas(4/19/2016)
RR
Vermont(7/9/2025)
RR
Virginia(4/25/2023)
RR
Washington(4/27/2023)
RR
Wyoming(1/11/2018)
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
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KESTRA ADVISORY SERVICES, LLC
KESTRA ADVISORY SERVICES, LLC | NFP ADVISOR SERVICES LLC
CRD#: 283330 / SEC#: 801-56126
RIA
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Contact information
Main Address
5707 Southwest Parkway Building 2, Suite 400, Austin, TX 78735
Mailing Address
Phone number
(844) 553-7872
Established
Firm type
Fiscal year end
# of Employees
1,299
SEC notice filing (53 States and Territories)
Regulatory assets under management
| Total Number of Accounts | 155,482 |
| AUM (Assets Under Management) | $ 60,174,309,829 |
Accountant surprise examination report
| Filing Date | Form ADV-E Cover | Form ADV-E Report |
|---|---|---|
| 12/01/2025 | ||
| 12/23/2024 | ||
| 10/20/2023 |
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Company Information
KESTRA ADVISORY SERVICES, LLC
Principal, Founder, CEOCRD#: 283330Dallas, TX 75248TRUST BUT VERIFY
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