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Joseph Nicholas Grabar III

Joseph Nicholas Grabar Iii

AIF®, CFP®, ChFC®, CLU®
FORTRESS PRIVATE LEDGER
RALEIGH, NC
·CRD# 2776181·30 years registered

Professional Summary

Joseph Nicholas Grabar III, AIF®, CFP®, ChFC®, CLU®, who also goes by Joe Grabar III, Joseph Nicholas III Grabar, Joseph Grabar Iii, is a registered financial advisor currently at FORTRESS PRIVATE LEDGER, LLC located in Raleigh, North Carolina. Joseph is registered as an IAR (Investment Advisor Representative) and RR (Registered Representative) and started their career in finance in 1996. Joseph has worked at 4 firms and has passed the Series 66, Series 63, Series 52TO,...

At a Glance

Advisory Accounts Only

Fiduciary Standard

Fee Structure

Account Minimum

Active Clients

Fiduciary Standard

Fee Structure

Account Minimum

Active Clients

Services Offered

  • Retirement Planning
  • Investment Planning
  • Estate Planning
  • Comprehensive Financial Planning
  • Insurance Planning
  • Education Planning
  • Tax Planning

Other Aliases

Joe Grabar Iii, Joseph Nicholas Iii Grabar, Joseph Grabar Iii

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Contact Information

Direct

(xxx) xxx-xxxx

Email

xxxxx@xxxx.xxx

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Credentials

AIF®
Accredited Investment Fiduciary
CFP®
Certified Financial PlannerSince 2004
ChFC®
Chartered Financial Consultant
CLU®
Chartered Life Underwriter

Years of Experience

30 years registered in the securities industry

Current & Past Employments

Current

FORTRESS PRIVATE LEDGER, LLCCurrent·CRD# 290298
RIA
BD
1. 3110 Edwards Mill Rd Suite 200, Raleigh, NC 276122. 3110 Edwards Mill Rd Ste 200, Raleigh, NC 276123. 3110 Edwards Mill Rd Suite 200, Raleigh, NC 27612
August 16, 2018 - Present
FORTRESS PRIVATE LEDGER, LLCCurrent·CRD# 290298
RIA
BD
1. 3110 Edwards Mill Rd Suite 200, Raleigh, NC 276122. 3110 Edwards Mill Rd, Ste 200, Raleigh, NC 276123. 3110 Edwards Mill Rd Ste 200, Raleigh, NC 27612
August 27, 2018 - Present

Past

LPL FINANCIAL LLCPast·CRD# 6413
RIA
Raleigh, NC
November 30, 2011 - August 24, 2018
LPL FINANCIAL LLCPast·CRD# 6413
BD
Raleigh, NC
November 30, 2011 - August 24, 2018
NORTHWESTERN MUTUAL INVESTMENT SERVICES, LLCPast·CRD# 2881
RIA
Raleigh, NC
February 16, 2006 - December 1, 2011
NORTHWESTERN MUTUAL INVESTMENT SERVICES, LLCPast·CRD# 2881
BD
Raleigh, NC
September 6, 1996 - December 1, 2011
ROBERT W. BAIRD & CO. INCORPORATEDPast·CRD# 8158
BD
Milwaukee, WI
September 6, 1996 - January 1, 2002

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Current Firm

FP
FORTRESS PRIVATE LEDGER, LLC

ABUNDANCE NC | THE JEFFREY GROUP | MOORESVILLE WEALTH | JG3, LLC | JAVELIN 19 OPPORTUNITY ZONE ADVISORS | HOMETOWN RETIREMENT STRATEGIES | FORTRESS RETIREMENT PLAN ADVISORS | FORTRESS PRIVATE LEDGER, LLC | FORTRESS PRIVATE LEDGER | FORTRESS PHYSICIANS | FORTRESS INVESTMENT MANAGEMENT | FORTRESS FINANCIAL PARTNERS | FORTRESS ADVISOR NETWORK | COLLEGIATE FINANCIAL GROUP | BEST INTEREST WEALTH PLANNING, LLC | AXIOM CONSULTING GROUP | ARCHER

CRD#: 290298 / SEC#: 801-118075, 8-70027
RIA
Registered Investment Advisory firm - SEC (2/18/2020 Approved)
North Carolina
Registered Investment Advisory firm - SEC (2/28/2020 Terminated)
Texas
Registered Investment Advisory firm - SEC (2/27/2020 Terminated)
BD
Broker-Dealer Firm Regulated by FINRA (Atlanta district office)
Why is a state registration marked "Terminated"? When a firm registers with the SEC (usually after managing $100M+ AUM), it often withdraws separate state firm registrations unless required by that state. The firm can still serve clients there through its individually registered Investment Advisor Representatives (IARs).

Contact Information

Main Address

3110 Edwards Mill Rd, Ste 200 Suite 200, Raleigh, NC 27612

Mailing Address

3110 Edwards Mill Rd, Ste 200, Raleigh, NC 27612

Phone Number

(919) 322-2762

Established

North Carolina since 11/17/2017

Firm Type

Limited Liability Company

Fiscal Year End

December

Firm Size

Small

# of Employees

22

SEC notice filing (19 States and Territories)

Registered to provide investment advisory services in 19 US states and territories.

FINRA licenses (35 States and Territories)

Registered to provide investment advisory services in 19 US states and territories.

Documents

Customer Relationship Summary (CRS / SEC)Customer Relationship Summary (CRS / FINRA)Latest Form ADV

Part 2 Brochures

WRAP BROCHURE FOR FORTRESS PRIVATE LEDGER (3/31/2026)
FIRM BROCHURE FOR FORTRESS PRIVATE LEDGER (3/31/2026)

Direct owners and executive officers

NamePositionCRD#
THE JOSEPH N. GRABAR, III REVOCABLE TRUST DATED MAY 14, 2004OWNER—
GURE, CHRISTOPHER JOSEPHOWNER6339890
CARTER, ANA RFINOP/CFO/PFO/POO4424794
GRABAR, JOSEPH NICHOLAS IIICEO/CCO/TRUSTEE2776181

Regulatory Assets Under Management

Total Number of Accounts

1,528

AUM (Assets Under Management)

$583,977,291

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Other business activities

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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) JG3, LLC DBA FORTRESS INSURANCE SERVICES AND FORTRESS FINANCIAL SERVICES - INVESTMENT RELATED - 3110 Edwards Mill Rd. Suite 200, RALEIGH, NC 27612 - INSURANCE AGENCY - MEMBER OF LLC SINCE 12/21/2012 - NON-VARIABLE INSURANCE LIFE, HEALTH, LONG TERM CARE - 15 HOURS PER MONTH, 1 HOUR DURING SECURITIES TRADING HOURS.
(2) INSURESUPERMOM.COM, INC. - NOT INVESTMENT RELATED - 1018 VINO DRIVE, RALEIGH, NC 27607 - PROVIDES MARKETING SERVICES TO THE INSURANCE INDUSTRY - PART OWNER SINCE 10/2013 - <5% OF TIME SPENT.
(3) FORTRESS FINANCIAL PARTNERS, FORTRESS INVESTMENT MANAGEMENT, AND FORTRESS RETIREMENT PLAN ADVISORS ARE DBA'S USED FOR BUSINESS CONDUCTED BY FORTRESS PRIVATE LEDGER, LLC.
(4) Liquid Capital Partners business consulting. Refer business owners for exit planning and tax strategies when selling a business. 1 hour/week during trading. Nominal referral fees less than $10,000/year.
(5) Sole owner G5 Business Services providing support services to businesses; as of 11/08/21; not securities related; 1 hour/week during trading hours.
(6) Estate Planning Team, member of marketing and legal referral service specializing in tax and estate strategies, no compensation to be received, since October, 2022, not investment related, 3110 Edwards Mills Road, Suite 200, Raleigh, NC 27612
(7) Fortress Tax Services, part owner of tax service business, providing tax preparation and filing services since June 2023, less than 5 hours/week, 3110 Edwards Mills Road, Suite 200, Raleigh, NC
(8) Collegiate Financial Group - Investment Related - Lexington, SC 29072 - DBA name - Start Date 10/2025 - Managing Principal - Financial Planning

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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".
FP
FORTRESS PRIVATE LEDGER, LLC

ABUNDANCE NC | THE JEFFREY GROUP | MOORESVILLE WEALTH | JG3, LLC | JAVELIN 19 OPPORTUNITY ZONE ADVISORS | HOMETOWN RETIREMENT STRATEGIES | FORTRESS RETIREMENT PLAN ADVISORS | FORTRESS PRIVATE LEDGER, LLC | FORTRESS PRIVATE LEDGER | FORTRESS PHYSICIANS | FORTRESS INVESTMENT MANAGEMENT | FORTRESS FINANCIAL PARTNERS | FORTRESS ADVISOR NETWORK | COLLEGIATE FINANCIAL GROUP | BEST INTEREST WEALTH PLANNING, LLC | AXIOM CONSULTING GROUP | ARCHER

CRD#: 290298 / SEC#: 801-118075, 8-70027
RIA
Registered Investment Advisory firm - SEC (2/18/2020 Approved)
North Carolina
Registered Investment Advisory firm - SEC (2/28/2020 Terminated)
Texas
Registered Investment Advisory firm - SEC (2/27/2020 Terminated)
BD
Broker-Dealer Firm Regulated by FINRA (Atlanta district office)
Why is a state registration marked "Terminated"? When a firm registers with the SEC (usually after managing $100M+ AUM), it often withdraws separate state firm registrations unless required by that state. The firm can still serve clients there through its individually registered Investment Advisor Representatives (IARs).

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 securities offerings such as stocks, bonds, and mutual funds through a broker-dealer.
RR
Alabama
(6/24/2025)
RR
Arizona
(3/24/2025)
RR
Arkansas
(5/20/2026)
RR
California
(5/8/2020)
IAR
California
(6/29/2023)
RR
Colorado
(11/30/2023)
RR
Delaware
(5/27/2026)
RR
Florida
(7/17/2020)
RR
Georgia
(1/18/2019)
RR
Illinois
(5/20/2026)
RR
Indiana
(2/18/2026)
RR
Kentucky
(5/20/2026)
RR
Maryland
(2/12/2026)
RR
Michigan
(7/11/2025)
RR
Minnesota
(5/22/2024)
RR
Nevada
(3/4/2025)
RR
New Jersey
(4/9/2019)
RR
New York
(1/22/2026)
RR
North Carolina
(8/29/2018)
IAR
North Carolina
(8/31/2018)
RR
Pennsylvania
(5/20/2026)
RR
South Carolina
(1/2/2019)
RR
South Dakota
(1/15/2026)
RR
Tennessee
(1/22/2019)
IAR
Texas
(8/16/2018)
RR
Texas
(2/7/2019)
RR
Virginia
(1/25/2019)
RR
Washington
(9/20/2023)
RR
Wyoming
(1/26/2026)

Don't see your state listed? The advisor may still be able to work with you under the federal De Minimis Rule, which allows up to five investment advisory clients in a state without registration. Some states, like TX, LA, NE, and NH, may still require registration or notice filing. Contact the advisor or their firm to confirm their investment advisory availability in your state.Note:This rule does not apply to broker-dealer activity.

Exams

Financial professionals may take different exams throughout their careers based on the types of services they provide and roles they perform.

Series 66 — Uniform Combined State Law Examination

Passed Sep 2006About the Series 66 exam

Series 63 — Uniform Securities Agent State Law Examination

Passed Sep 1996About the Series 63 exam

Series 52TO — Municipal Securities Representative Examination

Passed Jan 2023About the Series 52TO exam

Series 99TO — Operations Professional Examination

Passed Jan 2023About the Series 99TO exam

SIE — Securities Industry Essentials Examination

Passed Oct 2018About the SIE exam

Series 7 — General Securities Representative Examination

Passed May 2005About the Series 7 exam

Series 6 — Investment Company Products/Variable Contracts Representative Examination

Passed Sep 1996About the Series 6 exam

Series 14 — Compliance Officer Examination

Passed Jan 2023About the Series 14 exam

Series 4 — Registered Options Principal Examination

Passed Dec 2017About the Series 4 exam

Series 53 — Municipal Securities Principal Examination

Passed Oct 2017About the Series 53 exam

Series 24 — General Securities Principal Examination

Passed Apr 2012About the Series 24 exam
FINRA
SRO Registrations

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Services Offered by Joseph

  • Retirement Planning
  • Investment Planning
  • Estate Planning
  • Comprehensive Financial Planning
  • Insurance Planning
  • Education Planning
  • Tax Planning

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