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George Michael Baughman

George M. Baughman

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CRD#: 3082789
George Michael Baughman

Professional summary


Being a previously registered professional could mean that this person is no longer operating under the supervision of the SEC or FINRA.

That means that the Securities and Exchange Commission may not be able to oversee the services that this specific professional is providing.

George Michael Baughman, CFP®, who also goes by Michael Baughman, was a registered financial professional .

George is a previously registered financial professional and started their career in finance in 2001. George had worked at 8 firms and has passed the Series 66, Series 63, Series 7 and Series 6 exams.

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Are you a "fiduciary"?
No

Aliases


Michael Baughman

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) Tryon Daily Bulletin 16 N. Trade Street Tryon, NC 28782 2) Publishing, Non-investment related 3) Writer 4) 1/12/2017 5) 0 hrs/mo 6) 0 hrs/during trading hours 2) Musician PO Box 663 Tryon, NC 28782 2) Entertainment, non-investment related 3) Musician; play music for local restaurants, bars and events. 4) 1/12/2017 5) 0 hrs/mo 6) 0 hrs/during trading hours

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CRS (Client Relationship Summary)


The CRS(Customer Relationship Summary) document is not provided.

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


Past

April 26, 2023 - October 14, 2024

MODERA WEALTH MANAGEMENT, LLC

RIA
CRD#: 155649
TRYON, NC
Past

April 1, 2016 - April 27, 2023

PARSEC FINANCIAL

RIA
CRD#: 104919
TRYON, NC
Past

January 10, 2014 - May 2, 2016

MILLARD & COMPANY, INC.

RIA
CRD#: 154394
TRYON, NC
Past

March 15, 2010 - January 15, 2014

ABACUS PLANNING GROUP, INC.

RIA
CRD#: 107994
COLUMBIA, SC
Past

July 20, 2007 - October 3, 2007

FIRST HORIZON ADVISORS, INC.

RIA
CRD#: 17117
MCLEAN, VA
Past

January 5, 2005 - March 7, 2006

BB&T ASSET MANAGEMENT, INC.

RIA
CRD#: 108443
FAIRFAX, VA
Past

November 6, 2003 - December 31, 2004

BB&T INVESTMENT SERVICES, INC.

BD
CRD#: 33856
CHARLOTTE, NC
Past

March 22, 2001 - October 2, 2003

SEI INVESTMENTS DISTRIBUTION CO.

BD
CRD#: 10690
OAKS, PA

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".
MODERA WEALTH MANAGEMENT, LLC
MODERA WEALTH MANAGEMENT, LLC
MODERA ADVISORS OF CRYSTAL RIVER, LLC | MODERA WEALTH MANAGEMENT, LLC

CRD#: 155649 / SEC#: 801-71973

RIA
Registered Investment Advisory firm - (11/16/2010 Approved)

State Registrations and Notice Filings


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This advisor is not registered in any state.

Exams


State Security Law Exam
RR
IAR
Series 66
Date: 12/28/2004
Uniform Combined State Law Examination
State Security Law Exam
General Industry/Product Exam
General Industry/Product Exam

Current Firm


MODERA WEALTH MANAGEMENT, LLC
MODERA WEALTH MANAGEMENT, LLC
MODERA ADVISORS OF CRYSTAL RIVER, LLC | MODERA WEALTH MANAGEMENT, LLC

CRD#: 155649 / SEC#: 801-71973

RIA
Registered Investment Advisory firm - (11/16/2010 Approved)
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Contact information


Main Address
56 Jefferson Avenue, Westwood, NJ 07675
Mailing Address
Phone number
(201) 768-4600
Established
Firm type
Fiscal year end
# of Employees
219

SEC notice filing (43 States and Territories)


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Documents


Customer Relationship Summary (CRS / SEC)Latest Form ADV

Part 2 Brochures

03 24 2025 MWM FORM ADV PART 2A FINAL (3/24/2025)

Regulatory assets under management


Total Number of Accounts20,833
AUM (Assets Under Management)$ 15,510,482,152

Accountant surprise examination report


Filing DateForm ADV-E CoverForm ADV-E Report
12/20/2024
Cover Page
01/26/2024
01/25/2023

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Company Information


MODERA WEALTH MANAGEMENT, LLC

MODERA WEALTH MANAGEMENT, LLC

CRD#: 155649

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