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William J. Goldsmith

GATEWAY WEALTH PARTNERS
Middleborough, MA
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CRD#: 2650649
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William Jay GoldsmithGATEWAY WEALTH PARTNERS

Professional summary


William Jay Goldsmith, CFP®, CLU®, who also goes by Bill Goldsmith, William J Goldsmith, is a registered financial advisor currently at GATEWAY WEALTH PARTNERS, LLC located in Middleborough, Massachusetts.

William is registered as an IAR (Investment Advisor Representative) and started their career in finance in 1995. William has worked at 9 firms and has passed the Series 63, SIE and Series 7 exams.

At a Glance


Always Fiduciary

Aliases


Bill Goldsmith | William J Goldsmith

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.) LIFETIME FINANCIAL STRATEGIES, LLC. OWNER; INVESTMENT RELATED; 21 MEADOWLARK DR. MIDDLEBOROUGH, MA 02346. START DATE 1995;APPROX HRS 120; SEC/HRS 120; INSURANCE SALES AND SERVICE. 2.) EROCK TAX POSITION: Vice President of Insurance Services NATURE: Erock Tax is a CPA practice setup as a sole proprietorship. INVESTMENT RELATED: Yes NUMBER OF HOURS: 5 SECURITIES TRADING HOURS: 5 START DATE: 01/24/2014 ADDRESS: 61 Water Street, #2, Newburyport MA 01950, United States DESCRIPTION: I will handle the life, disability and long term care insurance needs for the clients of the Erock Tax. 3) FOCUSED VISION POSITION: Owner NATURE: Sole Proprietorship INVESTMENT RELATED: No NUMBER OF HOURS: 10 SECURITIES TRADING HOURS: 0 START DATE: 07/23/2019 ADDRESS: 21 Meadowlark Drive, MIDDLEBORO MA 02346, United States DESCRIPTION: I will be posting Youtube and Facebook videos along with messages on Twitter, Instagram and LinkedIn discussing personal development. Another goal will be to conduct interviews with thought leaders in the areas of health and wellness, fitness, nutrition, entrepreneurship, medicine and technology, spirituality and meditation. 4) F.I. PATNODE INSURANCE POSITION: Life and Health Insurance Specialist NATURE: Property and Casualty Insurance Agency INVESTMENT RELATED: Yes NUMBER OF HOURS: 10 SECURITIES TRADING HOURS: 10 START DATE: 10/13/2021 ADDRESS: 396 Washington Street, Boston MA 02135, United States DESCRIPTION: I will act as the life and health insurance specialist for the agency. It will provide me with the opportunity to meet many of the agency's existing customers. 5) WILLIAM J. GOLDSMITH POSITION: Owner NATURE: Sole Proprietorship INVESTMENT RELATED: No NUMBER OF HOURS: 10 SECURITIES TRADING HOURS: 0 START DATE: 03/01/2023 ADDRESS: 21 Meadowlark Drive, Middleborough MA 02346, United States DESCRIPTION: Business Consulting to include: Corporate Strategy Market Research Exit Planning Development of job descriptions Compensation review Process review Capital expenditure review 6) THE MEADOWS CONDOMINIUM TRUST POSITION: Trustee NATURE: It is the homeowner's association where I live with my family. I would like to take an active role in understanding how decisions are made for the benefit of all homeowners. The only way for me to do so is to become a member of the board of trustees. INVESTMENT RELATED: No NUMBER OF HOURS: 2 SECURITIES TRADING HOURS: 0 START DATE: 04/01/2024 ADDRESS: Mercantile Property Management, PO Box 790, Buzzards Bay MA 02532, United States DESCRIPTION: As a trustee, I will help to make decisions regarding service providers, meet with homeowners to discuss their concerns and review financial data. I will not have access to or control over any monies or accounts held by the trust. That is the purview of the management company, Mercantile Property Management. 7) CONGREGATION AGUDATH ACHIM POSITION: Board Member NATURE: Religious Organization INVESTMENT RELATED: No NUMBER OF HOURS: 2 SECURITIES TRADING HOURS: 0 START DATE: 04/30/2023 ADDRESS: 36 Winthrop Street, Taunton MA 02780, United States DESCRIPTION: I will be a member of the board. As such, I will participate in the decision making and strategic planning for the temple. 8) THE QUESTION GAME POSITION: Owner NATURE: It will be a sole proprietorship for now. I am only in the research stage at this point. INVESTMENT RELATED: No NUMBER OF HOURS: 10 SECURITIES TRADING HOURS: 0 START DATE: 11/07/2025 ADDRESS: 21 Meadowlark Drive, Middleborough MA 02346, United States DESCRIPTION: I originally had a game idea for my family and thought it may offer a benefit to other families. So, I am looking into turning it into a game application.

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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

March 4, 2026 - Present

GATEWAY WEALTH PARTNERS, LLC

RIA
CRD#: 322789
Middleborough, MA
Past

September 1, 2023 - March 3, 2026

OSAIC WEALTH, INC.

RIA
CRD#: 23131
MIDDLEBOROUGH, MA
Past

September 1, 2023 - March 3, 2026

OSAIC WEALTH, INC.

BD
CRD#: 23131
MIDDLEBOROUGH, MA
Past

July 24, 2013 - September 1, 2023

OSAIC SERVICES, INC.

RIA
CRD#: 133763
MIDDLEBOROUGH, MA
Past

July 18, 2013 - September 1, 2023

OSAIC SERVICES, INC.

BD
CRD#: 133763
MIDDLEBOROUGH, MA
Past

April 16, 2013 - August 12, 2013

CAMBRIDGE INVESTMENT RESEARCH ADVISORS, INC.

RIA
CRD#: 134139
MIDDLEBORO, MA
Past

June 29, 2009 - August 12, 2013

CAMBRIDGE INVESTMENT RESEARCH, INC.

BD
CRD#: 39543
MIDDLEBORO, MA
Past

August 4, 2004 - June 29, 2009

MUTUAL SERVICE CORPORATION

RIA
CRD#: 4806
MIDDLEBOROUGH, MA
Past

July 22, 2004 - June 29, 2009

MUTUAL SERVICE CORPORATION

BD
CRD#: 4806
MIDDLEBOROUGH, MA
Past

January 7, 2000 - March 31, 2004

OSAIC FS, INC.

BD
CRD#: 3870
FORT WAYNE, IN
Past

December 1, 1995 - December 23, 1999

MML INVESTORS SERVICES, LLC

BD
CRD#: 10409
SPRINGFIELD, MA
Past

September 13, 1995 - September 25, 1995

UNITED PLANNERS' FINANCIAL SERVICES OF AMERICA A LIMITED PARTNER

BD
CRD#: 20804
SCOTTSDALE, AZ

Primary Firm SEC Registration


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GATEWAY WEALTH PARTNERS, LLC
ADVISORS' PRIDE | WEALTH GUARDIAN ADVISORS | UNION RETIREMENT ALLIANCE | THORSEN WEALTH MANAGEMENT | PENNELL WEALTH ADVISORS | MCCLONE RETIREMENT ADVISORS | INTEGRATED WEALTH PARTNERS | HAGEN WEALTH MANAGEMENT | GATEWAY WEALTH PARTNERS, LLC | GATEWAY FINANCIAL PARTNERS, LLC | FORETHOUGHT PLANNING | FINANCIAL RESOURCE SERVICES | FINANCIAL ADVISORS INC. | BOBER WEALTH MANAGEMENT COMPANY

CRD#: 322789 / SEC#: 801-126635

RIA
Registered Investment Advisory firm - (9/26/2022 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
Massachusetts
(3/4/2026)

Exams


What does exam status mean?
State Security Law Exam
PR
Series 63
Status Unavailable
Passed: 9/20/1995
Uniform Securities Agent State Law Examination
General Industry/Product Exam
PR
SIE
Status Unavailable
Passed: 10/1/2018
Securities Industry Essentials Examination
General Industry/Product Exam
PR
Series 7
Status Unavailable
Passed: 9/12/1995
General Securities Representative Examination

Current Firm


GW
GATEWAY WEALTH PARTNERS, LLC
ADVISORS' PRIDE | WEALTH GUARDIAN ADVISORS | UNION RETIREMENT ALLIANCE | THORSEN WEALTH MANAGEMENT | PENNELL WEALTH ADVISORS | MCCLONE RETIREMENT ADVISORS | INTEGRATED WEALTH PARTNERS | HAGEN WEALTH MANAGEMENT | GATEWAY WEALTH PARTNERS, LLC | GATEWAY FINANCIAL PARTNERS, LLC | FORETHOUGHT PLANNING | FINANCIAL RESOURCE SERVICES | FINANCIAL ADVISORS INC. | BOBER WEALTH MANAGEMENT COMPANY

CRD#: 322789 / SEC#: 801-126635

RIA
Registered Investment Advisory firm - (9/26/2022 Approved)
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Contact information


Main Address
100 W. Lawrence Street Suite 304, Appleton, WI 54911
Mailing Address
Phone number
(920) 731-9293
Established
Firm type
Fiscal year end
# of Employees
83

SEC notice filing (33 States and Territories)


Documents


Customer Relationship Summary (CRS / SEC)Latest Form ADV

Part 2 Brochures

GATEWAY WEALTH PARTNERS, LLC WRAP PROGRAM BROCHURE (3/26/2026)

Regulatory assets under management


Total Number of Accounts10,635
AUM (Assets Under Management)$ 2,278,835,584

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Company Information


GATEWAY WEALTH PARTNERS, LLC

CRD#: 322789Middleborough, MA

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