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Martin E. Paul
BRIGHT FUTURES WEALTH MANAGEMENT
South Easton, MA 02375-1511
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CRD#: 358209
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Professional summary
Martin Eugene Paul is a registered financial advisor currently at BRIGHT FUTURES WEALTH MANAGEMENT, LLC located in South Easton, Massachusetts and SILVER OAK SECURITIES, INCORPORATED located in South Easton, Massachusetts.
Martin is registered as an IAR (Investment Advisor Representative) and RR (Registered Representative) and started their career in finance in 1974. Martin has worked at 13 firms and has passed the Series 65, Series 63, Series 7TO, SIE and Series 1 exams.
Question & Answer
Are you a "fiduciary"?
Yes
Aliases
None
Other business activities
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1. Martin Paul & Associates, Is Investment Related,"43 Caroline Rd, , South Easton, MA, 02375, United States", DBA for Independent Financial Professional,Owner,4/1/1987,160 hours per month,120 hours per month during trading hours, Commission Compensation, DBA for Independent Financial Professional 2. "VFW Post 2547 North Easton, MA",Is Not Investment Related,"61 Rockland Street, , North Easton, MA, 02334, United States", Non-Profit, Service Officer,9/1/2023,10 hours per month,0 hours per month during trading hours, No Compensation Compensation, Helping Veterans 3. "American Legion Post 7 North Easton, MA",Is Not Investment Related,"61 Rockland Street, , North Easton, MA, 02334, United States", Non-Profit, Service Officer,9/1/2023,10 hours per month,0 hours per month during trading hours, No Compensation Compensation, Helping Veterans 4. Martin E. Paul, Is Not Investment Related,"43 Caroline Road, , South Easton, MA, 02375, United States", Real Estate Sales, Real Estate Broker,12/1/1979,5 hours per month,0 hours per month during trading hours, Commission Compensation, Real Estate Sales 5. Bright Futures Wealth Management ,Is Investment Related,"43 Caroline Road, , South Easton, MA, 02375, United States", Insurance Producer and Financial Services,04/30/1987,160 hours per month, 120 hours per month during trading hours, Fee based Compensation, Insurance Producer and Financial Services
CRS (Client Relationship Summary) - RIA
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Certified licenses
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NoneExperience
Current
February 13, 2017 - Present
BRIGHT FUTURES WEALTH MANAGEMENT, LLC
Office #1: 43 Caroline Road, South Easton, MA 02375-1511RIA
CRD#: 284920
South Easton, MA
Current
November 5, 2025 - Present
SILVER OAK SECURITIES, INCORPORATED
RIA
BD
CRD#: 46947
South Easton, MA
Past
March 21, 2024 - November 12, 2025
CETERA INVESTMENT ADVISERS LLC
RIA
CRD#: 105644
SOUTH EASTON, MA
Past
January 1, 2004 - March 21, 2024
CETERA ADVISORS LLC
RIA
CRD#: 10299
SOUTH EASTON, MA
Past
January 1, 2004 - November 12, 2025
CETERA ADVISORS LLC
BD
CRD#: 10299
SOUTH EASTON, MA
Past
January 12, 2002 - January 1, 2004
VESTAX SECURITIES CORPORATION
RIA
CRD#: 10332
BROCKTON, MA
Past
December 17, 1999 - January 1, 2004
VESTAX SECURITIES CORPORATION
BD
CRD#: 10332
HUDSON, OH
Past
May 21, 1997 - December 16, 1999
SII INVESTMENTS, INC.
BD
CRD#: 2225
APPLETON, WI
Past
March 29, 1994 - September 9, 1994
BANNER FINANCIAL SERVICES GROUP
BD
CRD#: 22886
ROCKVILLE, MD
Past
January 25, 1994 - May 16, 1997
MARINER FINANCIAL SERVICES, INC.
BD
CRD#: 8292
LARGO, FL
Past
May 9, 1990 - December 31, 1993
POLARIS FINANCIAL SERVICES, INC.
BD
CRD#: 14521
CONCORD, NH
Past
February 18, 1986 - July 25, 1989
COMMONWEALTH FINANCIAL NETWORK
BD
CRD#: 8032
WALTHAM, MA
Past
September 28, 1984 - February 5, 1986
CARDELL & ASSOCIATES, INCORPORATED
BD
CRD#: 7700
Past
July 5, 1974 - September 17, 1984
JOHN HANCOCK MUTUAL LIFE INSURANCE COMPANY
BD
CRD#: 5181
Past
July 5, 1974 - September 17, 1984
SIGNATOR INVESTORS, INC.
BD
CRD#: 468
Primary Firm SEC Registration
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BRIGHT FUTURES WEALTH MANAGEMENT, LLC
ARABELLA WEALTH ADVISORS | ROCHESTER WEALTH PARTNERS | PROSPERITY WEALTH MANAGEMENT | PREFERRED FINANCIAL ADVISORS, LLC | PERROTTO WEALTH MANAGEMENT | MCCLELLAND FINANCIAL MANAGEMENT, LLC | MASSEY GROUP WEALTH MANAGEMENT | MARTIN PAUL AND ASSOCIATES | LIFETIME FINANCIAL GROUP | KAPPAN FINANCIAL, LLC | BRIGHTLINE FINANCIAL | BRIGHT FUTURES WEALTH MANAGEMENT, LLC | ASSABET FINANCIAL GROUP
CRD#: 284920 / SEC#: 801-108869
RIA
Registered Investment Advisory firm - (1/3/2017 Approved)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
Alabama(11/5/2025)
RR
Arizona(11/5/2025)
RR
Florida(11/5/2025)
IAR
Massachusetts(2/13/2017)
RR
Massachusetts(11/5/2025)
RR
New Hampshire(11/5/2025)
RR
New Jersey(11/5/2025)
RR
New York(11/5/2025)
RR
Rhode Island(11/5/2025)
RR
Virginia(11/5/2025)
Exams
State Security Law Exam
State Security Law Exam
General Industry/Product Exam
RR
Series 7TO
Date: 1/2/2023
General Securities Representative ExaminationGeneral Industry/Product Exam
General Industry/Product Exam
RR
Series 1
Date: 6/29/1974
Registered Representative ExaminationSRO Registrations
RR
FINRA
Current Firm
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BRIGHT FUTURES WEALTH MANAGEMENT, LLC
ARABELLA WEALTH ADVISORS | ROCHESTER WEALTH PARTNERS | PROSPERITY WEALTH MANAGEMENT | PREFERRED FINANCIAL ADVISORS, LLC | PERROTTO WEALTH MANAGEMENT | MCCLELLAND FINANCIAL MANAGEMENT, LLC | MASSEY GROUP WEALTH MANAGEMENT | MARTIN PAUL AND ASSOCIATES | LIFETIME FINANCIAL GROUP | KAPPAN FINANCIAL, LLC | BRIGHTLINE FINANCIAL | BRIGHT FUTURES WEALTH MANAGEMENT, LLC | ASSABET FINANCIAL GROUP
CRD#: 284920 / SEC#: 801-108869
RIA
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Contact information
Main Address
1630 Empire Blvd. Suite 100, Webster, NY 14580
Mailing Address
Phone number
(585) 231-1595
Established
Firm type
Fiscal year end
# of Employees
16
SEC notice filing (21 States and Territories)
Regulatory assets under management
| Total Number of Accounts | 1,404 |
| AUM (Assets Under Management) | $ 254,375,637 |
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Company Information
BRIGHT FUTURES WEALTH MANAGEMENT, LLC
CRD#: 284920South Easton, MA 02375-1511TRUST BUT VERIFY
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