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BRIAN PETER KRAUSE

BRIAN P. KRAUSE

CASCADE FINANCIAL PARTNERS | Wealth Manager
SAN DIEGO, CA 92130
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CRD#: 4469710
BRIAN PETER KRAUSE

Professional summary


BRIAN PETER KRAUSE, CFP® is a registered financial advisor currently at CASCADE FINANCIAL PARTNERS, LLC located in San Diego, California.

BRIAN is registered as an IAR (Investment Advisor Representative) and started their career in finance in 2001. BRIAN has worked at 6 firms and has passed the Series 66 and Series 7 exams.

Biography


Brian serves as a Wealth Manager, working directly with clients to develop and implement a cohesive strategy to address their financial, investment, insurance, tax, charitable and estate planning needs. Prior to joining Creative Planning, Brian was a Wealth Manager and Principal at one of the nation’s largest investment advisory firms where he worked directly with high net worth individuals and families. He was responsible for having a holistic understanding of his clients’ circumstances and worked closely with them to ensure they achieved their goals. Over the course of his career, Brian has developed an in-depth knowledge of serving clients and providing comprehensive wealth management specifically for the needs of high net-worth households. A graduate of San Diego State University, Brian stays active with the Alumni Association. He is a past President for the Kiwanis Club of San Diego Foundation and the Washington-Lincoln Laurels for Leaders, both local 501(c)(3) organizations. Brian grew up in northern California and currently lives in San Diego with his wife and two daughters. In his spare time, he enjoys playing and coaching soccer, tennis and spending time with family and friends.
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Question & Answer


What are your service offerings?
Comprehensive Financial Planni...
Debt Management
Investment Planning
Retirement Planning
Are you a "fiduciary"?
Yes

Aliases


None

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.
F&S Endeavor LLC; investment related; San Diego, CA; nature of the business is Invest in real estate, limited partnerships, private equity and other similar assets; position is Secretary; started 12/31/20; 1 hour per month/0 hours during trading;

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CRS (Client Relationship Summary) - RIA


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CRS (Customer Relationship Summary)

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®

Start date: 2008

Experience


Current

August 25, 2023 - Present

CASCADE FINANCIAL PARTNERS, LLC

Office #1: 3579 Valley Centre Drive Suite 125, San Diego, CA 92130
RIA
CRD#: 326620
SAN DIEGO, CA
Past

June 1, 2016 - August 28, 2023

CREATIVE PLANNING

RIA
CRD#: 105348
San Diego, CA
Past

October 4, 2013 - August 29, 2017

GUPTA WEALTH MANAGEMENT, LLC

RIA
CRD#: 161721
SAN DIEGO, CA
Past

August 27, 2008 - October 15, 2013

UBS FINANCIAL SERVICES INC.

RIA
CRD#: 8174
LA JOLLA, CA
Past

August 27, 2008 - October 15, 2013

UBS FINANCIAL SERVICES INC.

BD
CRD#: 8174
LA JOLLA, CA
Past

November 13, 2002 - August 28, 2008

MERRILL LYNCH, PIERCE, FENNER & SMITH INCORPORATED

RIA
CRD#: 7691
SAN DIEGO, CA
Past

November 13, 2002 - August 28, 2008

MERRILL LYNCH, PIERCE, FENNER & SMITH INCORPORATED

BD
CRD#: 7691
SAN DIEGO, CA
Past

December 21, 2001 - September 20, 2002

WFP SECURITIES

BD
CRD#: 35098
SAN DIEGO, CA

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".
CF
CASCADE FINANCIAL PARTNERS, LLC
AMPOAK LLC | CASCADE FINANCIAL PARTNERS, LLC

CRD#: 326620 / SEC#: 801-128042

RIA
Registered Investment Advisory firm - (5/26/2023 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.

Highlighted states indicate IAR registrations

IAR
California
(8/25/2023)
IAR
Texas
(4/30/2024)

Exams


State Security Law Exam
RR
IAR
Series 66
Date: 1/24/2002
Uniform Combined State Law Examination
General Industry/Product Exam

Current Firm


CF
CASCADE FINANCIAL PARTNERS, LLC
AMPOAK LLC | CASCADE FINANCIAL PARTNERS, LLC

CRD#: 326620 / SEC#: 801-128042

RIA
Registered Investment Advisory firm - (5/26/2023 Approved)
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Contact information


Main Address
3579 Valley Centre Drive Suite 125, San Diego, CA 92130
Mailing Address
Phone number
(858) 379-6701
Established
Firm type
Fiscal year end
# of Employees
8

SEC notice filing (11 States and Territories)


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Documents


Customer Relationship Summary (CRS / SEC)Latest Form ADV

Part 2 Brochures

CASCADE ADV PART 2A (3/31/2025)

Regulatory assets under management


Total Number of Accounts1,069
AUM (Assets Under Management)$ 1,160,595,429

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Company Information


CASCADE FINANCIAL PARTNERS, LLC

Wealth ManagerCRD#: 326620San Diego, CA 92130

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