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Robert A. Ervolina
CETERA INVESTMENT ADVISERS LLC
CHEEKTOWAGA, NY 14225
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CRD#: 3221440
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Professional summary
Robert Anthony Ervolina, who also goes by Robert A Ervolina, Bob Ervolina, Robert Ervolina, is a registered financial advisor currently at CETERA INVESTMENT ADVISERS LLC located in Cheektowaga, New York and CETERA WEALTH SERVICES, LLC located in Cheektowaga, New York.
Robert is registered as an IAR (Investment Advisor Representative) and RR (Registered Representative) and started their career in finance in 1999. Robert has worked at 11 firms and has passed the Series 66, Series 65, Series 63, Series 52TO, SIE, Series 7, Series 6, Series 53 and Series 24 exams.
Question & Answer
Are you a "fiduciary"?
Yes
Aliases
Robert A Ervolina | Bob Ervolina | Robert Ervolina
Other business activities
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1) LEAKY WADERS LLC POSITION: Sole member NATURE: inactive entity INVESTMENT RELATED: No NUMBER OF HOURS: 0 SECURITIES TRADING HOURS: 0 START DATE: 06/14/2018 ADDRESS: 5435 Widgeon Road, Island Park ID 83452, United States DESCRIPTION: no responsibilities-this is an inactive entity 2) LIFETIME WEALTH MANAGEMENT GROUP, INC. POSITION: CEO NATURE: financial planning, estate planning, retirement planning, investment planning INVESTMENT RELATED: Yes NUMBER OF HOURS: 160 SECURITIES TRADING HOURS: 130 START DATE: 01/25/2011 ADDRESS: 2562 Walden Ave. Suite 101, Cheektowaga NY 14225, United States DESCRIPTION: Asset management, risk management, retirement planning, distribution planning, portfolio management 3) R. JAMES BEALER RLT POSITION: Trustee NATURE: My grandfather died 12/13/22. I am the sole trustee of his estate. INVESTMENT RELATED: No NUMBER OF HOURS: 5 SECURITIES TRADING HOURS: 0 START DATE: 12/13/2022 ADDRESS: 106 Woodbridge Ave, Buffalo NY 14214, United States DESCRIPTION: Estate tax filings, sale of home, disbursement of funds to beneficiaries, general wrapping up of estate. 4) NATIONAL LIFE POSITION: Agent NATURE: My client was declined by Prudential and rated by other insurers. Fortunately, Aimco was able to find National Life who rated him standard. This has already been preliminarily approved by Jason Allen. INVESTMENT RELATED: No NUMBER OF HOURS: 1 SECURITIES TRADING HOURS: 1 START DATE: 04/04/2024 ADDRESS: 2562 Walden Ave, Suite 101, Cheektowaga NY 14225, United States DESCRIPTION: Selling a term policy to a client who needs life insurance for family protection. 5) Lifetime Wealth Management, an affiliate of Lumsden McCormick; Managing Director, Partner; Lifetime Wealth Management is dedicated to helping clients pursue financial security and multi-generational family planning by working closely with our clients on their wealth management plan, with an eye toward strategic and tactical solutions over time, while focusing on managing both risk and return.; IR; 160; 130; 09/15/2025; 369 Franklin St Buffalo NY 14202; Meeting with clients to discuss financial goals, asset allocation, retirement planning, distribution planning and estate planning.
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Certified licenses
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NoneExperience
Current
September 5, 2025 - Present
CETERA INVESTMENT ADVISERS LLC
Office #1: 2562 Walden Ave Suite 101, Cheektowaga, NY 14225RIA
CRD#: 105644
CHEEKTOWAGA, NY
Current
September 5, 2025 - Present
CETERA WEALTH SERVICES, LLC
Office #1: 2562 Walden Ave Suite 101, Cheektowaga, NY 14225BD
CRD#: 13572
Cheektowaga, NY
Past
August 1, 2023 - September 5, 2025
AVANTAX ADVISORY SERVICES
RIA
CRD#: 104556
Cheektowaga, NY
Past
August 1, 2023 - September 5, 2025
AVANTAX INVESTMENT SERVICES, INC.
BD
CRD#: 13686
Cheektowaga, NY
Past
October 18, 2017 - August 6, 2023
SECURITIES AMERICA ADVISORS, INC.
RIA
CRD#: 110518
Cheektowaga, NY
Past
October 17, 2017 - August 6, 2023
SECURITIES AMERICA, INC.
BD
CRD#: 10205
Cheektowaga, NY
Past
May 12, 2014 - October 24, 2017
NATIONAL PLANNING CORPORATION
RIA
CRD#: 29604
CHEEKTOWAGA, NY
Past
November 30, 2012 - October 24, 2017
NATIONAL PLANNING CORPORATION
BD
CRD#: 29604
CHEEKTOWAGA, NY
Past
February 14, 2007 - December 4, 2012
NEXT FINANCIAL GROUP, INC.
BD
CRD#: 46214
CHEEKTOWAGA, NY
Past
November 1, 2004 - February 13, 2007
UNITED SECURITIES ALLIANCE, INC.
BD
CRD#: 36487
DEPEW, NY
Past
May 25, 1999 - January 5, 2000
THE EQUITABLE LIFE ASSURANCE SOCIETY OF THE UNITED STATES
BD
CRD#: 4039
NEW YORK, NY
Past
May 25, 1999 - November 16, 2004
EQUITABLE ADVISORS, LLC
BD
CRD#: 6627
NEW YORK, NY
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".
CI
CETERA INVESTMENT ADVISERS LLC
CETERA ADVISOR NETWORKS | TERRA FINANCIAL PLANNING GROUP LTD | GENWORTH FINANCIAL ADVISERS CORPORATION | FIRST ALLIED ADVISORY SERVICES | CETERA INVESTMENT ADVISERS LLC | CETERA ADVISORS
CRD#: 105644 / SEC#: 801-20406
RIA
Registered Investment Advisory firm - (1/13/1984 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.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
California(9/5/2025)
RR
Connecticut(9/5/2025)
RR
Florida(9/5/2025)
RR
Georgia(9/5/2025)
RR
Mississippi(9/5/2025)
RR
Montana(9/5/2025)
RR
New York(9/5/2025)
IAR
New York(9/5/2025)
RR
North Carolina(9/5/2025)
RR
Ohio(9/5/2025)
RR
Oregon(9/5/2025)
RR
Pennsylvania(9/5/2025)
RR
Tennessee(9/5/2025)
RR
Virginia(9/5/2025)
Exams
State Security Law Exam
State Security Law Exam
State Security Law Exam
General Industry/Product Exam
RR
Series 52TO
Date: 1/2/2023
Municipal Securities Representative ExaminationGeneral Industry/Product Exam
General Industry/Product Exam
General Industry/Product Exam
Principal/Supervisory Exam
Principal/Supervisory Exam
SRO Registrations
RR
FINRA
Current Firm
CI
CETERA INVESTMENT ADVISERS LLC
CETERA ADVISOR NETWORKS | TERRA FINANCIAL PLANNING GROUP LTD | GENWORTH FINANCIAL ADVISERS CORPORATION | FIRST ALLIED ADVISORY SERVICES | CETERA INVESTMENT ADVISERS LLC | CETERA ADVISORS
CRD#: 105644 / SEC#: 801-20406
RIA
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Contact information
Main Address
1450 American Lane 6th Floor, Suite 650, Schaumburg, IL 60173-2096
Mailing Address
Phone number
(310) 257-7880
Established
Firm type
Fiscal year end
# of Employees
7,705
SEC notice filing (53 States and Territories)
Regulatory assets under management
| Total Number of Accounts | 584,487 |
| AUM (Assets Under Management) | $ 163,792,814,520 |
Accountant surprise examination report
| Filing Date | Form ADV-E Cover | Form ADV-E Report |
|---|---|---|
| 10/27/2025 | ||
| 12/13/2024 | ||
| 09/26/2023 | ||
| 11/18/2022 |
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Company Information
CETERA INVESTMENT ADVISERS LLC
CRD#: 105644Cheektowaga, NY 14225TRUST BUT VERIFY
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