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John J. Helms
TIAA-CREF INDIVIDUAL & INSTITUTIONAL SERVICES
Frisco, TX 75034
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CRD#: 3268797
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Professional summary
John Joseph Helms, who also goes by John Joseph Helms, John Helms, John J Helms, is a registered financial professional currently at TIAA-CREF INDIVIDUAL & INSTITUTIONAL SERVICES, LLC located in Frisco, Texas.
John is registered as a RR (Registered Representative) and started their career in finance in 1999. John has worked at 11 firms and has passed the Series 63, Series 66, Series 6TO, SIE and Series 7 exams.
Question & Answer
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No
Aliases
John Joseph Helms | John Helms | John J Helms
Other business activities
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1.MCL OPERATIONS, LLC; INVESTMENT RELATED;5800 GARRETT RD, PLANO, TX 75093; BUYS INTERESTS IN ROYALTY AND WORKING INTERESTS IN OIL/GAS WELLS; PARTNER; STARTED 01/01/2008; DEVOTES APPROXIMATE 8 HOURS A MONTH WHICH NONE ARE DURING TRADING HOURS; DUTIES INCLUDE INVESTMENT ANALYSIS AND ACCOUNTING. Highland Creek Estates HOA; 12801 N Central Expy Ste 1401 Dallas TX 75243-1883; Neighborhood Homeowner's Association, President / Treasurer; Started 02/22/2021; Devotes 6 -10 hours per month which none are during trading hours. Manage HOA bank accounts.
CRS (Client Relationship Summary) - BD
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Certified licenses
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NoneExperience
Current
October 9, 2025 - Present
TIAA-CREF INDIVIDUAL & INSTITUTIONAL SERVICES, LLC
Office #1: 3965 Dallas Parkway Frisco Hub, Frisco, TX 75034RIA
BD
CRD#: 20472
Frisco, TX
Past
February 15, 2022 - October 15, 2024
FISHER INVESTMENTS
RIA
CRD#: 107342
Plano, TX
Past
May 3, 2019 - April 20, 2020
USAA FINANCIAL ADVISORS, INC.
BD
CRD#: 129035
ADDISON, TX
Past
January 22, 2016 - August 29, 2018
HILLTOP SECURITIES INC.
BD
CRD#: 6220
Dallas, TX
Past
December 9, 2013 - January 22, 2016
FIRST SOUTHWEST COMPANY, LLC
BD
CRD#: 316
Dallas, TX
Past
December 23, 2011 - November 22, 2013
AUSTIN ATLANTIC CAPITAL INC.
BD
CRD#: 43981
IRVING, TX
Past
May 10, 2011 - October 6, 2011
WOODSTOCK FINANCIAL GROUP, INC.
BD
CRD#: 38095
WOODSTOCK, GA
Past
May 14, 2009 - August 26, 2010
APS FINANCIAL CORPORATION
BD
CRD#: 10033
AUSTIN, TX
Past
March 29, 2004 - October 1, 2004
INVESTORS CAPITAL CORP.
BD
CRD#: 30613
LYNNFIELD, MA
Past
April 15, 2002 - March 31, 2004
B. RILEY & CO., LLC
BD
CRD#: 40355
LOS ANGELES, CA
Past
September 19, 2000 - October 11, 2001
TEJAS SECURITIES GROUP, INC.
BD
CRD#: 36705
AUSTIN, TX
Past
September 15, 1999 - September 7, 2000
APS FINANCIAL CORPORATION
BD
CRD#: 10033
AUSTIN, TX
Primary Firm SEC Registration
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TIAA-CREF INDIVIDUAL & INSTITUTIONAL SERVICES, LLC
ADVICE & PLANNING SERVICES | TIAA-CREF INDIVIDUAL & INSTITUTIONAL SERVICES, LLC | TIAA-CREF INDIVIDUAL & INSTITUTIONAL SERVICES, INC. | TIAA-CREF BROKERAGE SERVICES | TIAA-CREF ADVICE AND PLANNING SERVICES | COLLEGE RETIREMENT EQUITIES FUND | ADVICE AND PLANNING SERVICES
CRD#: 20472 / SEC#: 801-63550, 8-44454
RIA
Registered Investment Advisory firm - SEC (9/24/2004 Approved)BD
Broker-Dealer Firm Regulated by FINRA (New York district office)
State Registrations and Notice Filings
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Alabama(10/9/2025)
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Alaska(10/9/2025)
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Arizona(10/9/2025)
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Arkansas(10/9/2025)
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California(10/9/2025)
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Colorado(10/9/2025)
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Connecticut(10/9/2025)
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Delaware(10/9/2025)
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District of Columbia(10/9/2025)
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Florida(10/9/2025)
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Georgia(10/9/2025)
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Hawaii(10/9/2025)
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Idaho(10/9/2025)
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Illinois(10/9/2025)
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Indiana(10/9/2025)
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Iowa(10/9/2025)
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Kansas(10/9/2025)
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Kentucky(10/9/2025)
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Louisiana(10/9/2025)
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Maine(10/9/2025)
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Maryland(10/9/2025)
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Massachusetts(10/9/2025)
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Michigan(10/9/2025)
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Minnesota(10/9/2025)
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Mississippi(10/9/2025)
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Missouri(10/9/2025)
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Montana(10/9/2025)
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Nebraska(10/9/2025)
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Nevada(10/9/2025)
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New Hampshire(10/9/2025)
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New Jersey(10/9/2025)
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New Mexico(10/9/2025)
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New York(10/9/2025)
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North Carolina(10/9/2025)
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North Dakota(10/9/2025)
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Oklahoma(10/9/2025)
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Oregon(10/9/2025)
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Pennsylvania(10/9/2025)
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Rhode Island(10/9/2025)
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South Carolina(10/9/2025)
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South Dakota(10/9/2025)
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Tennessee(10/9/2025)
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Texas(10/9/2025)
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Utah(10/9/2025)
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Vermont(10/9/2025)
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Virginia(10/9/2025)
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Washington(10/9/2025)
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West Virginia(10/9/2025)
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Wisconsin(10/9/2025)
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Wyoming(10/9/2025)
Exams
State Security Law Exam
State Security Law Exam
General Industry/Product Exam
RR
Series 6TO
Date: 10/9/2025
Investment Company Products/Variable Contracts Representative ExaminationGeneral Industry/Product Exam
General Industry/Product Exam
SRO Registrations
RR
FINRA
Current Firm
TI
TIAA-CREF INDIVIDUAL & INSTITUTIONAL SERVICES, LLC
ADVICE & PLANNING SERVICES | TIAA-CREF INDIVIDUAL & INSTITUTIONAL SERVICES, LLC | TIAA-CREF INDIVIDUAL & INSTITUTIONAL SERVICES, INC. | TIAA-CREF BROKERAGE SERVICES | TIAA-CREF ADVICE AND PLANNING SERVICES | COLLEGE RETIREMENT EQUITIES FUND | ADVICE AND PLANNING SERVICES
CRD#: 20472 / SEC#: 801-63550, 8-44454
RIA
Registered Investment Advisory firm - SEC (9/24/2004 Approved)BD
Broker-Dealer Firm Regulated by FINRA (New York district office)
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Contact information
Main Address
730 Third Avenue, New York, NY 10017-3206
Mailing Address
8500 Andrew Carnegie Boulevard Mail Stop Ssc/c2/08, Charlotte, NC 28262-8500
Phone number
(704) 988-3565
Established
Delaware since 01/01/2004
Firm type
Limited Liability Company
Fiscal year end
December
Firm Size
Large
# of Employees
1,319
SEC notice filing (53 States and Territories)
FINRA licenses (53 States and Territories)
Documents
Part 2 Brochures
Direct owners and executive officers
| Name | Position | CRD# |
|---|---|---|
| TEACHERS INSURANCE AND ANNUITY ASSOCIATION OF AMERICA | SOLE OWNER OF APPLICANT | |
| ABBOTT, ROSS HAMLET | PRESIDENT, CEO (INTERIM), CHIEF OPERATING OFFICER, ELECTED MANAGER | 2756063 |
| BARNHILL, HELEN GWYN | CHIEF LEGAL OFFICER | 2574877 |
| BELLUCCI, RAYMOND JOHN | ELECTED MANAGER | 1807977 |
| HEASLIP, DEREK JAMES | ELECTED MANAGER | 6318596 |
| INTIHAR, JEREMY ROSS | CHIEF COMPLIANCE OFFICER - REGISTERED INVESTMENT ADVISER | 5040823 |
| LEWIS, BENJAMIN HERBERT | ELECTED MANAGER | 1687894 |
| MANGANO, JENNIFER LYNN | CHIEF FINANCIAL OFFICER | 7659359 |
| MUKHERJEE, NILADRI | ELECTED MANAGER | 5227234 |
| SARAVANAN, SHANKAR | VICE PRESIDENT, ELECTED MANAGER | 7789140 |
| STICKROD, CHRISTOPHER EUGENE | ELECTED MANAGER | 4627958 |
| WEINSTEIN, SCOTT WILLIAM | CHIEF COMPLIANCE OFFICER - BROKER DEALER | 4324014 |
Regulatory assets under management
| Total Number of Accounts | 72,807 |
| AUM (Assets Under Management) | $ 34,343,329,152 |
Disclosures
| Regulatory Event | 8 |
| Arbitration | 4 |
Accountant surprise examination report
| Filing Date | Form ADV-E Cover | Form ADV-E Report |
|---|---|---|
| 01/23/2025 | ||
| 12/13/2023 | ||
| 03/21/2023 |
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Company Information
TIAA-CREF INDIVIDUAL & INSTITUTIONAL SERVICES, LLC
CRD#: 20472Frisco, TX 75034TRUST BUT VERIFY
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