Michael L. Hines
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CRD#: 246442
Professional summary
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Michael Lee Hines, CFP® was a registered financial professional .
Michael is a previously registered financial professional and started their career in finance in 1969. Michael had worked at 5 firms and has passed the Series 63, Series 52TO, Series 7TO, SIE, Series 1, Series 53, Series 24, Series 4 and Series 00 exams.
Biography
As the founder of CPC, which began operations in 1975, Mike sets the firm’s vision for high standards of client service and impeccable attention to detail. His repeated recognition as one of the top financial advisors in the country* highlights this vision and the firm’s 40-year mission. As Mike explains, “Our goal has remained the same over 40 years of service: to impact client’s lives by helping them achieve their financial objectives. We address this goal by focusing on our 3 C’s: embracing a Client-first culture, having a Credible team of professionals, and delivering Consistent results. This effort has helped us get to where we are today and will continue to be our emphasis in the future.”
Mike is on the Raymond James Financial Services Chairman’s Council* of leading independent financial advisors nationwide. In addition, he is a member of the Financial Planning Association, a CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER™ professional and a Registered Principal with Raymond James Financial Services. Mike also holds Series 4, 7, 24, 53, 63 licenses and a Georgia real estate license.
An active public speaker, Mike has been asked to address numerous professional and social organizations about the need for coordinated financial planning. He also speaks regularly to corporate executives for many of America’s largest companies. Additionally, Mike has been featured in several publications, including Kiplinger’s, SmartMoney, The Atlanta Journal-Constitution, Atlanta Business Chronicle, Hemispheres and Smart Business.
*Membership is based on prior fiscal year production.Re-qualification is required annually. The ranking may not be representative of any one client's experience, is not an endorsement, and is not indicative of advisors future Performance. No fee is paid in exchange for this award/rating.
Question & Answer
What are your service offerings?
Trust & estate planning
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"?
No
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) n/a Address: 360 Central Ave, 8th Floor, St. Petersburg, FL, 33701, United States Activity Type: Non-variable Insurance Position/Title: Agent Investment Related: Yes Start Date: 11/09/2005 Hours per month devoted to this business: 2-10 Hours per month devoted to this business during trading hours: 0-1 Description of duties: NOT REQUIRED AT TIME OF SUBMISSION (2) Philip Hines Family Trust Address: 1475 Peachtree St NE, Atlanta, GA, 30309, United States Activity Type: Control Person Position/Title: Trustee (Acting) Investment Related: Yes Start Date: 02/08/2008 Hours per month devoted to this business: 0-1 Hours per month devoted to this business during trading hours: 0-1 Description of duties: Trustee of Brothers trust (Philip Hines) (3) CPC Partners Address: 1475 Peachtree St NE Ste 750, Atlanta, GA, 30309-3992, United States Activity Type: Support Company - Owner Position/Title: Other Investment Related: No Start Date: 01/01/2023 Hours per month devoted to this business: 2-10 Hours per month devoted to this business during trading hours: 2-10 Description of duties: Recruiting , overall management and financial management
CRS (Client Relationship Summary)
The CRS(Customer Relationship Summary) document is not provided.
Certified licenses
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CFP®
Start date: 1988
Experience
Past
January 2, 2009 - October 3, 2021
RAYMOND JAMES FINANCIAL SERVICES ADVISORS, INC
RIA
CRD#: 149018
Atlanta, GA
Past
October 19, 2004 - January 2, 2009
RAYMOND JAMES FINANCIAL SERVICES, INC.
RIA
CRD#: 6694
Atlanta, GA
Past
April 24, 2003 - October 28, 2025
CPC ADVISORS, LLC
RIA
CRD#: 111025
ATLANTA, GA
Past
May 23, 1975 - October 6, 2025
RAYMOND JAMES FINANCIAL SERVICES, INC.
BD
CRD#: 6694
Atlanta, GA
Past
April 24, 1975 - May 23, 1975
INVESTMENT MANAGEMENT & RESEARCH INC
BD
CRD#: 1000003
Past
December 2, 1969 - October 29, 1975
FINANCIAL SERVICE CORPORATION OF AMERICA
BD
CRD#: 292
Primary Firm SEC Registration
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RAYMOND JAMES FINANCIAL SERVICES ADVISORS, INC
MARY ELIZABETH HAAS | RAYMOND JAMES FINANCIAL SERVICES ADVISORS, INC | RAYMOND JAMES ADVISORY SERVICES
CRD#: 149018 / SEC#: 801-69815
RIA
Registered Investment Advisory firm - (12/23/2008 Approved)State Registrations and Notice Filings
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This advisor is not registered in any state.
Exams
State Security Law Exam
General Industry/Product Exam
RR
Series 52TO
Date: 1/2/2023
Municipal Securities Representative ExaminationGeneral Industry/Product Exam
RR
Series 7TO
Date: 1/2/2023
General Securities Representative ExaminationGeneral Industry/Product Exam
General Industry/Product Exam
RR
Series 1
Date: 2/12/1969
Registered Representative ExaminationPrincipal/Supervisory Exam
Principal/Supervisory Exam
Principal/Supervisory Exam
Principal/Supervisory Exam
RR
Series 00
Date: 5/21/1975
General Securities Principal ExaminationCurrent Firm
RAYMOND JAMES FINANCIAL SERVICES ADVISORS, INC
MARY ELIZABETH HAAS | RAYMOND JAMES FINANCIAL SERVICES ADVISORS, INC | RAYMOND JAMES ADVISORY SERVICES
CRD#: 149018 / SEC#: 801-69815
RIA
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Contact information
Main Address
880 Carillon Parkway, Saint Petersburg, FL 33716
Mailing Address
Phone number
(727) 567-3020
Established
Firm type
Fiscal year end
# of Employees
6,727
SEC notice filing (53 States and Territories)
Regulatory assets under management
| Total Number of Accounts | 1,030,208 |
| AUM (Assets Under Management) | $ 344,868,106,925 |
Accountant surprise examination report
| Filing Date | Form ADV-E Cover | Form ADV-E Report |
|---|---|---|
| 09/12/2025 | ||
| 08/21/2024 | ||
| 09/27/2023 |
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Company Information
RAYMOND JAMES FINANCIAL SERVICES ADVISORS, INC
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