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Michael S. Ralston

Michael S. Ralston

STRATEGIC ADVISERS LLC | VP, Branch Leader
HIGHLAND, MI
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CRD#: 2753784
Michael S. Ralston

Professional summary

Michael S. Ralston, who also goes by Michael Scott Ralston, is a registered financial advisor currently at STRATEGIC ADVISERS LLC located in Highland, Michigan and FIDELITY BROKERAGE SERVICES LLC located in Grand Rapids, Michigan.

Michael is registered as an IAR (Investment Advisor Representative) and RR (Registered Representative) and started their career in finance in 1996. Michael has worked at 8 firms and has passed the Series 66, Series 65, Series 63, SIE, Series 7, Series 6, Series 9, Series 10, Series 51 and Series 24 exams.

Biography

I lead a team of financial professionals whose purpose is to deliver to our clients a great wealth planning experience.

Question & Answer

Are you a "fiduciary"?
Yes

Aliases

Michael Scott Ralston

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.
The advisor shows no other business activity.

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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®
None

Education

Alma College

Bachelor of Arts (BA) - International Business

1996

Experience

Current

March 31, 2025 - Present

STRATEGIC ADVISERS LLC

Office #2: 3480 28th Street Se The Corner Shops At Woodland, Grand Rapids, MI 49512-1602
RIA
CRD#: 104555
HIGHLAND, MI
Current

July 7, 2008 - Present

FIDELITY BROKERAGE SERVICES LLC

Office #1: 3480 28th Street Se The Corner Shops At Woodland, Grand Rapids, MI 49512
BD
CRD#: 7784
Grand Rapids, MI
Past

July 13, 2018 - March 31, 2025

FIDELITY PERSONAL AND WORKPLACE ADVISORS

RIA
CRD#: 288590
GRAND RAPIDS, MI
Past

March 30, 2010 - July 13, 2018

STRATEGIC ADVISERS LLC

RIA
CRD#: 104555
TROY, MI
Past

January 24, 2008 - June 23, 2008

UVEST FINANCIAL SERVICES GROUP, INC.

BD
CRD#: 13787
ANN ARBOR, MI
Past

November 1, 2006 - February 5, 2008

IFMG SECURITIES, INC.

BD
CRD#: 14416
ANN ARBOR, MI
Past

February 1, 2001 - December 31, 2006

TCF INVESTMENTS, INC.

BD
CRD#: 34954
NEW BALTIMORE, MI
Past

August 5, 1996 - January 3, 2001

METROPOLITAN LIFE INSURANCE COMPANY

BD
CRD#: 4095
NEW YORK, NY
Past

August 5, 1996 - January 3, 2001

MSI FINANCIAL SERVICES, INC.

BD
CRD#: 14251
SPRINGFIELD, MA

Primary Firm SEC Registration

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SA
STRATEGIC ADVISERS LLC
CROSBY ADVISORS | STRATEGIC ADVISERS, INC. | STRATEGIC ADVISERS LLC | STRATEGIC ADVISERS INC. | SAME | PORTFOLIO PLANNER | PORTFOLIO ADVISORY SERVICES/PAS | PORTFOLIO ADVISORY SERVICES | FIDELITY PRIVATE PORTFOLIO SERVICES | FIDELITY PORTFOLIO SELECTOR | FIDELITY PORTFOLIO PLANNER | FIDELITY FUNDS MANAGERPROGRAM

CRD#: 104555 / SEC#: 801-13243

RIA
Registered Investment Advisory firm - (8/11/1977 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.

Highlighted states indicate IAR registrations

IAR
Michigan
(3/31/2025)

Exams

State Security Law Exam
RR
IAR
Series 66
Date: 2/22/2010
Uniform Combined State Law Examination
State Security Law Exam
IAR
Series 65
Date: 7/27/2005
Uniform Investment Adviser Law Examination
State Security Law Exam
RR
Series 63
Date: 8/2/1996
Uniform Securities Agent State Law Examination
General Industry/Product Exam
RR
SIE
Date: 10/1/2018
Securities Industry Essentials Examination
General Industry/Product Exam
RR
Series 7
Date: 6/1/2005
General Securities Representative Examination
General Industry/Product Exam
RR
Series 6
Date: 8/2/1996
Investment Company Products/Variable Contracts Representative Examination
Principal/Supervisory Exam
RR
Series 9
Date: 4/24/2012
General Securities Sales Supervisor - Options Module Examination
Principal/Supervisory Exam
RR
Series 10
Date: 4/16/2012
General Securities Sales Supervisor - General Module Examination
Principal/Supervisory Exam
RR
Series 51
Date: 3/25/2008
Municipal Fund Securities Principal Examination
Principal/Supervisory Exam
RR
Series 24
Date: 9/26/2005
General Securities Principal Examination
SRO Registrations
RR
FINRA
SRO Registrations
RR
New York Stock Exchange

Current Firm

SA
STRATEGIC ADVISERS LLC
CROSBY ADVISORS | STRATEGIC ADVISERS, INC. | STRATEGIC ADVISERS LLC | STRATEGIC ADVISERS INC. | SAME | PORTFOLIO PLANNER | PORTFOLIO ADVISORY SERVICES/PAS | PORTFOLIO ADVISORY SERVICES | FIDELITY PRIVATE PORTFOLIO SERVICES | FIDELITY PORTFOLIO SELECTOR | FIDELITY PORTFOLIO PLANNER | FIDELITY FUNDS MANAGERPROGRAM

CRD#: 104555 / SEC#: 801-13243

RIA
Registered Investment Advisory firm - (8/11/1977 Approved)
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Contact information

Main Address
155 Seaport Blvd, Boston, MA 02210-2698
Mailing Address
Phone number
(617) 563-7000
Established
Firm type
Fiscal year end
# of Employees
16,291

SEC notice filing (52 States and Territories)

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Documents

Customer Relationship Summary (CRS / SEC)Latest Form ADV

Part 2 Brochures

FIDELITY GO (12/5/2025)
FIDELITY STRATEGIC DISCIPLINES (11/10/2025)
FIDELITY WEALTH SERVICES (9/10/2025)
STRATEGIC ADVISERS LLC (9/10/2025)
FIDELITY MANAGED FIDFOLIOS (3/31/2025)
FIDELITY WEALTH ADVISOR SOLUTIONS (3/31/2025)
FIDELITY PERSONALIZED PLANNING & ADVICE AT WORK (3/31/2025)

Regulatory assets under management

Total Number of Accounts2,486,631
AUM (Assets Under Management)$ 1,067,664,605,590

Accountant surprise examination report

Filing DateForm ADV-E CoverForm ADV-E Report
09/24/2025
Cover Page
Report

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Company Information

STRATEGIC ADVISERS LLC

VP, Branch LeaderCRD#: 104555Highland, MI

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