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Forrest M. Friedow
VESTIA PERSONAL WEALTH ADVISORS
LOS ANGELES, CA
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CRD#: 4256173
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Professional summary
Forrest Michael Friedow is a registered financial advisor currently at VESTIA PERSONAL WEALTH ADVISORS located in Los Angeles, California.
Forrest is registered as an IAR (Investment Advisor Representative) and started their career in finance in 2001. Forrest has worked at 7 firms and has passed the Series 65, Series 63, SIE, Series 7 and Series 6 exams.
Question & Answer
Are you a "fiduciary"?
Yes
Aliases
None
Other business activities
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1. VESTIA ADVISORS, LLC (DBAS "VESTIA PERSONAL WEALTH ADVISORS" AND "VESTIA RETIREMENT PLAN CONSULTANT"); INVESTMENT RELATED; 9121 ILLINOIS RD. STE. 51, FORT WAYNE, IN 46804; SEC REGISTERED INVESTMENT ADVISER; 10/2020; 160 HOURS PER MONTH; 140 HOURS PER MONTH DURING TRADING HOURS; PARTNER/OWNER. 2. VESTIA INSURANCE, LLC (DBAS "VESTIA INSURANCE SERVICES" AND "VESTIA BENEFIT SOLUTIONS"); INVESTMENT RELATED; FIXED INSURANCE AGENCY; 9121 ILLINOIS RD. STE. 51, FORT WAYNE, IN 46804; AGENT; 10/2020; 4 HOURS PER MONTH; 4 HOURS PER MONTH DURING TRADING HOURS; PARTNER/OWNER. 3. VESTIA HOLDINGS, LLC; ADMINISTRATIVE SUPPORT ENTITY; 9121 ILLINOIS RD. STE. 51, FORT WAYNE, IN 46804; MANAGING MEMBER; 10/2020; <1 HOUR PER MONTH; <1 HOUR PER MONTH DURING TRADING HOURS; PARTNER/OWNER. 4. VESTIA VENTURES, LLC; MANAGING MEMBER OF SPVS MIRUS, MIRUS QP AND MIRUS NEW OPPORTUNITY, CONSULTING FIRM, AND ANGEL INVESTOR; 9121 ILLINOIS RD. STE. 51, FORT WAYNE, IN 46804; MANAGING MEMBER; 10/2020; <1 HOURS PER MONTH; <1 HOURS PER MONTH DURING TRADING HOURS; PARTNER/OWNER. 5. VESTIA BROKERAGE, LLC; CONTRACTUAL RELATIONSHIP REQUIRING ASSIGNMENT OF CERTAIN COMMISSIONS; INVESTMENT RELATED; 9121 ILLINOIS RD. STE. 51, FORT WAYNE, IN 46804; MANAGING MEMBER; 9121 ILLINOIS RD. STE. 51, FORT WAYNE, IN 46804; MANAGING MEMBER; 10/2020; <1 HOUR PER MONTH; <1 HOUR PER MONTH DURING TRADING HOURS; PARTNER/OWNER. 6. VESTIA CONTRACT NEGOTIATION, LLC; CONTRACT NEGOTIATION SERVICES FOR PROFESSIONALS; NON-INVESTMENT RELATED; 9121 ILLINOIS RD. STE. 51, FORT WAYNE, IN 46804; MANAGING MEMBER; 10/2020; <1 HOUR PER MONTH; <1 HOUR PER MONTH DURING TRADING HOURS; PARTNER/OWNER. 7. HELD-AWAY METHOD, LLC; INVESTMENT RELATED; 9121 ILLINOIS RD. STE. 51, FORT WAYNE, IN 46804; INTELLECTUAL PROPERTY/CONSULTING SERVICE; OWNER; 10/2020; <1 HOURS PER MONTH, ALL DURING SECURITIES HOURS; CONSULTING SERVICES THROUGH THE BUSINESS TO OTHER BUSINESSES AND LICENSE TO USE OUR HELD-AWAY METHOD FOR INVESTMENT MANAGEMENT. 8. LOUD CAPITAL, LLC; INVESTMENT RELATED; PRIVATE EQUITY FUND COMPANY THAT PROVIDES GP AND MANAGEMENT SERVICES TO PRIVATE INVESTMENT FUNDS; 550 WEST WASHINGTON BLVD, SUITE 201, CHICAGO, IL, 60661; INVESTOR; 10/2020; <1 HOURS PER MONTH, ALL DURING SECURITIES HOURS; VENTURE CAPITAL FIRM PROVIDING CAPITAL, ENTREPRENEURSHIP, AND EDUCATION. 9. 6174 HOLDINGS, INC.; PROVIDES MANAGEMENT AND CONSULTING SERVICES FOR VESTIA HOLDINGS, LLC; 6174 OUTLOOK AVE, LOS ANGELES, CA 90042; MANAGING MEMBER; 01/2018; <1 HOUR PER MONTH; <1 HOUR PER MONTH DURING TRADING HOURS. 10. MAMMOTH INVESTORS, LLC; INVESTMENT RELATED; FORT WAYNE, IN; VENTURE CAPITAL; PRIVATE INVESTOR, EXTERNAL REFERRAL RESOURCE; ACTIVITY BEGAN JAN 2021; I DEVOTE APPX 1 HOUR PER MONTH TO THIS ACTIVITY DURING TRADING HOURS; INTRODUCE VETTED CLIENTS TO POTENTIAL INVESTMENTS OF VENTURE CAPITAL FUNDS. 11. WAVERLY PARK HOMEOWNERS ASSOCIATION, INC; PALM DESERT, CA; HOMEOWNERS ASSOCIATION AGENT; BOARD MEMBER AND TREASURER; ACTIVITY BEGINS 03/2022; I DEVOTE 8 HOURS PER MONTH TO THIS ACTIVITY WITH 2 OF THOSE HOURS DURING TRADING HOURS; DISBURSEMENT AUTHORIZATIONS, PREPARE BUDGETS, RECONCILE ACCOUNTS AND ATTEND BOARD MEETINGS. 12. OWNER OF SECOND HOME USED FOR PART-TIME RENTALS IN PALM SPRINGS, CA. REAL ESTATE INVESTMENT RELATED. 5/2023; APPROX. 6HRS/MONTH.
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Certified licenses
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NoneExperience
Current
September 30, 2020 - Present
VESTIA PERSONAL WEALTH ADVISORS
RIA
CRD#: 290565
LOS ANGELES, CA
Past
March 21, 2023 - July 31, 2023
MAMMOTH RESEARCH
BD
CRD#: 118148
FORT WAYNE, IN
Past
October 1, 2020 - March 10, 2023
AUSDAL FINANCIAL PARTNERS, INC.
BD
CRD#: 7995
Los Angeles, CA
Past
April 29, 2011 - September 30, 2020
LARSON FINANCIAL GROUP, LLC
RIA
CRD#: 140599
Los Angeles, CA
Past
April 28, 2011 - September 30, 2020
LARSON FINANCIAL SECURITIES, LLC
BD
CRD#: 152517
Los Angeles, CA
Past
September 27, 2007 - April 19, 2011
SECURIAN FINANCIAL SERVICES, INC.
RIA
CRD#: 15296
MADISON, WI
Past
September 27, 2007 - April 19, 2011
CRI SECURITIES, LLC
RIA
CRD#: 22589
MADISON, WI
Past
October 23, 2001 - April 19, 2011
SECURIAN FINANCIAL SERVICES, INC.
BD
CRD#: 15296
MADISON, WI
Past
October 23, 2001 - April 19, 2011
CRI SECURITIES, LLC
BD
CRD#: 22589
MADISON, WI
Primary Firm SEC Registration
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VP
VESTIA PERSONAL WEALTH ADVISORS
HELD AWAY METHOD, LLC | VESTIA VENTURES, LLC | VESTIA RETIREMENT PLAN CONSULTANTS | VESTIA PERSONAL WEALTH ADVISORS | VESTIA INSURANCE, LLC | VESTIA CONTRACT NEGOTIATION, LLC | VESTIA BROKERAGE, LLC | VESTIA ADVISORS, LLC
CRD#: 290565 / SEC#: 801-112175
RIA
Registered Investment Advisory firm - (12/13/2017 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.Highlighted states indicate IAR registrations
IAR
California(9/30/2020)
Exams
State Security Law Exam
State Security Law Exam
General Industry/Product Exam
General Industry/Product Exam
General Industry/Product Exam
Current Firm
VP
VESTIA PERSONAL WEALTH ADVISORS
HELD AWAY METHOD, LLC | VESTIA VENTURES, LLC | VESTIA RETIREMENT PLAN CONSULTANTS | VESTIA PERSONAL WEALTH ADVISORS | VESTIA INSURANCE, LLC | VESTIA CONTRACT NEGOTIATION, LLC | VESTIA BROKERAGE, LLC | VESTIA ADVISORS, LLC
CRD#: 290565 / SEC#: 801-112175
RIA
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Contact information
Main Address
9121 Illinois Road Suite 51, Fort Wayne, IN 46804
Mailing Address
Phone number
(877) 669-1126
Established
Firm type
Fiscal year end
# of Employees
27
SEC notice filing (28 States and Territories)
Regulatory assets under management
| Total Number of Accounts | 3,829 |
| AUM (Assets Under Management) | $ 827,349,846 |
Accountant surprise examination report
| Filing Date | Form ADV-E Cover | Form ADV-E Report |
|---|---|---|
| 11/22/2024 | ||
| 10/30/2024 | ||
| 02/28/2023 |
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