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George T. Avila

OSAIC INSTITUTIONS
Brea, CA 92821
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CRD#: 2924574
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Professional summary


George Thomas Avila is a registered financial advisor currently at OSAIC INSTITUTIONS, INC. located in Brea, California.

George is registered as an IAR (Investment Advisor Representative) and RR (Registered Representative) and started their career in finance in 1998. George has worked at 12 firms and has passed the Series 65, Series 63, SIE, Series 31 and Series 7 exams.

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Are you a "fiduciary"?
Yes

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) 7/24/2018 - AmeriEstate Legal Plan - Investment Related - living trusts - Start Date: 01/01/2011 - 1 Hour Per Month During Securities Trading.Referral Fee. Discuss trusts.

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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

Experience


Current

May 4, 2022 - Present

OSAIC INSTITUTIONS, INC.

Office #1: 2435 E. Imperial Hwy., Ste. F, Brea, CA 92821
RIA
BD
CRD#: 35371
Brea, CA
Current

May 4, 2022 - Present

OSAIC INSTITUTIONS, INC.

Office #1: 2435 E. Imperial Hwy., Ste. F, Brea, CA 92821
RIA
BD
CRD#: 35371
Brea, CA
Past

June 20, 2011 - May 18, 2022

LPL FINANCIAL LLC

RIA
CRD#: 6413
BREA, CA
Past

June 20, 2011 - May 18, 2022

LPL FINANCIAL LLC

BD
CRD#: 6413
BREA, CA
Past

May 18, 2010 - June 21, 2011

CUNA BROKERAGE SERVICES, INC.

RIA
CRD#: 13941
ORANGE, CA
Past

May 14, 2010 - June 21, 2011

CUNA BROKERAGE SERVICES, INC.

BD
CRD#: 13941
ORANGE, CA
Past

July 6, 2006 - December 31, 2007

COURTLANDT WEALTH MANAGEMENT

RIA
CRD#: 136639
IRVINE, CA
Past

July 6, 2006 - May 12, 2010

COURTLANDT SECURITIES CORPORATION

BD
CRD#: 137356
NEWPORT BEACH, CA
Past

July 13, 2004 - June 29, 2006

WAMU INVESTMENTS, INC.

RIA
CRD#: 599
MORENO VALLEY, CA
Past

July 13, 2004 - June 29, 2006

WAMU INVESTMENTS, INC.

BD
CRD#: 599
MORENO VALLEY, CA
Past

May 17, 2004 - June 25, 2004

CITICORP INVESTMENT SERVICES

RIA
CRD#: 23988
BANNING, CA
Past

May 14, 2004 - June 25, 2004

CITICORP INVESTMENT SERVICES

BD
CRD#: 23988
LONG ISLAND CITY, NY
Past

March 28, 2002 - May 24, 2004

WAMU INVESTMENTS, INC.

BD
CRD#: 599
IRVINE, CA
Past

March 27, 2002 - April 1, 2002

WAMU INVESTMENTS, INC.

RIA
CRD#: 599
MURRIETA, CA
Past

April 4, 2000 - May 29, 2002

CAL FED INVESTMENTS

BD
CRD#: 19631
SACRAMENTO, CA
Past

August 17, 1999 - November 2, 1999

CAL FED INVESTMENTS

BD
CRD#: 19631
SACRAMENTO, CA
Past

December 7, 1998 - July 30, 1999

MORGAN STANLEY DW INC.

BD
CRD#: 7556
PURCHASE, NY
Past

May 26, 1998 - July 29, 1998

IDS LIFE INSURANCE COMPANY

BD
CRD#: 6321
MINNEAPOLIS, MN
Past

May 26, 1998 - July 29, 1998

AMERIPRISE FINANCIAL SERVICES, LLC

BD
CRD#: 6363
MINNEAPOLIS, MN
Past

January 30, 1998 - February 4, 1998

BILTMORE SECURITIES, INC.

BD
CRD#: 25023
FT. LAUDERDALE, FL

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".
OI
OSAIC INSTITUTIONS, INC.
CONNECTICUT ASSOCIATION SECURITIES, INC. | OSAIC INSTITUTIONS, INC. | INFINEX INVESTMENTS, INC.

CRD#: 35371 / SEC#: 801-67242, 8-46661

RIA
Registered Investment Advisory firm - SEC (11/2/2006 Approved)
Connecticut
Registered Investment Advisory firm - SEC (11/22/2006 Terminated)
Florida
Registered Investment Advisory firm - SEC (11/22/2006 Terminated)
Indiana
Registered Investment Advisory firm - SEC (11/22/2006 Terminated)
Maine
Registered Investment Advisory firm - SEC (12/7/2006 Terminated)
Massachusetts
Registered Investment Advisory firm - SEC (3/23/2007 Terminated)
New Hampshire
Registered Investment Advisory firm - SEC (11/22/2006 Terminated)
Ohio
Registered Investment Advisory firm - SEC (11/22/2006 Terminated)
Pennsylvania
Registered Investment Advisory firm - SEC (11/22/2006 Terminated)
Rhode Island
Registered Investment Advisory firm - SEC (11/22/2006 Terminated)
BD
Broker-Dealer Firm Regulated by FINRA (Boston district office)

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
Arizona
(5/4/2022)
RR
Arkansas
(5/4/2022)
RR
California
(5/4/2022)
IAR
California
(5/4/2022)
RR
Georgia
(5/4/2022)
RR
Idaho
(5/4/2022)
RR
Missouri
(5/4/2022)
RR
Nevada
(5/4/2022)
RR
South Carolina
(10/9/2025)
RR
Washington
(5/4/2022)

Exams


State Security Law Exam
IAR
Series 65
Date: 12/22/1998
Uniform Investment Adviser Law Examination
State Security Law Exam
General Industry/Product Exam
General Industry/Product Exam
RR
Series 31
Date: 12/30/1998
Futures Managed Funds Examination
General Industry/Product Exam
SRO Registrations
RR
FINRA

Current Firm


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OSAIC INSTITUTIONS, INC.
CONNECTICUT ASSOCIATION SECURITIES, INC. | OSAIC INSTITUTIONS, INC. | INFINEX INVESTMENTS, INC.

CRD#: 35371 / SEC#: 801-67242, 8-46661

RIA
Registered Investment Advisory firm - SEC (11/2/2006 Approved)
Connecticut
Registered Investment Advisory firm - SEC (11/22/2006 Terminated)
Florida
Registered Investment Advisory firm - SEC (11/22/2006 Terminated)
Indiana
Registered Investment Advisory firm - SEC (11/22/2006 Terminated)
Maine
Registered Investment Advisory firm - SEC (12/7/2006 Terminated)
Massachusetts
Registered Investment Advisory firm - SEC (3/23/2007 Terminated)
New Hampshire
Registered Investment Advisory firm - SEC (11/22/2006 Terminated)
Ohio
Registered Investment Advisory firm - SEC (11/22/2006 Terminated)
Pennsylvania
Registered Investment Advisory firm - SEC (11/22/2006 Terminated)
Rhode Island
Registered Investment Advisory firm - SEC (11/22/2006 Terminated)
BD
Broker-Dealer Firm Regulated by FINRA (Boston district office)
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Contact information


Main Address
538 Preston Avenue, Meriden, CT 06450-4858
Mailing Address
538 Preston Avenue, Meriden, CT 06450-4858
Phone number
(203) 599-6000
Established
Connecticut since 04/07/1993
Firm type
Corporation
Fiscal year end
December
Firm Size
Large
# of Employees
630

SEC notice filing (53 States and Territories)


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FINRA licenses (53 States and Territories)


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Documents


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

Part 2 Brochures

ADV 2A (3/31/2025)

Direct owners and executive officers


NamePositionCRD#
OSAIC INSTITUTIONS HOLDINGS, INC.HOLDING COMPANY
AMARANTE, STEPHEN PAULPRESIDENT, CEO AND DIRECTOR3165067
CORNICK, GREGORY ALLENDIRECTOR3132991
HAMMOND, DORI JAMILLECHIEF COMPLIANCE OFFICER3259012
MITCHELL, CHRISTOPHER MILLSCORPORATE TREASURER, FINANCIAL AND OPERATIONS PRINCIPAL2420144
PRICE, JAMES DALECHAIRMAN1243224
SCHLUETER, MATTHEW ADAMDIRECTOR AND EXECUTIVE VICE PRESIDENT OPERATIONS AND TECHNOLOGY SOLUTIONS2627931

Regulatory assets under management


Total Number of Accounts8,779
AUM (Assets Under Management)$ 4,024,448,971

Disclosures


Regulatory Event8

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Company Information


OSAIC INSTITUTIONS, INC.

CRD#: 35371Brea, CA 92821

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