Karl L. Hicks
THE LEONARD FINANCIAL GROUP | Financial Planner
Riverside, CA 92506
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CRD#: 4537240
Professional summary
Karl Leonard Hicks, CFP®, who also goes by Karl L. Hicks, is a registered financial advisor currently at THE LEONARD FINANCIAL GROUP, LLC located in Riverside, California.
Karl is registered as an IAR (Investment Advisor Representative) and started their career in finance in 2003. Karl has worked at 2 firms and has passed the Series 65 exam.
Biography
Karl Hicks is a network administrator with over 15 years of experience in financial services. He grew up in Riverside and earned his MBA at California Baptist University. Mr. Hicks earned his CFP® certification in 2004 and the Accredited Estate Planner (AEP) from the National Association of Estate Planners and Councils in 2019. He is highly skilled with numbers and mathematics and enjoys using his knowledge to help clients find a clear path toward financial independence. MR. Hicks says, "I know so many people who are frustrated with math and numbers, and when it comes to their finances, that’s such a detriment. I’ve always enjoyed being able to help people understand how their finances can help their lives—and how their finances are a tool to help them achieve other things. It’s the field I enjoy, and I’ve always thought you should work at something you enjoy.” He and his wife have a daughter and three sons. Mr. Hicks enjoys pursuing musical interests and playing basketball with his kids in his free time.
Question & Answer
What are your service offerings?
Debt Management
Investment Planning
Comprehensive Financial Planni...
Retirement Planning
Do you have an area of expertise or specialization?
Budget & Debt Management
Comprehensive Financial Planni...
Estate Planning
Investment Management
Irregular Income
Insurance
Personal Taxes
Are you a "fiduciary"?
Yes
Aliases
Karl L. Hicks
Other business activities
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The advisor shows no other business activity.
CRS (Client Relationship Summary) - RIA
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Certified licenses
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CFP®
Start date: 2004
Experience
Current
March 1, 2012 - Present
THE LEONARD FINANCIAL GROUP, LLC
Office #1: 6820 Indiana Avenue Suite 230, Riverside, CA 92506RIA
CRD#: 123651
Riverside, CA
Past
January 29, 2003 - December 31, 2009
THE LEONARD FINANCIAL GROUP, LLC
RIA
CRD#: 123651
RIVERSIDE, CA
Past
January 7, 2003 - July 21, 2004
IMS CPAS & ASSOCIATES
RIA
CRD#: 107468
RIVERSIDE, CA
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(3/1/2012)
Current Firm
THE LEONARD FINANCIAL GROUP, LLC
THE LEONARD FINANCIAL GROUP, LLC | THE LEONARD GROUP,LLC
CRD#: 123651 / SEC#: 801-66650
RIA
Registered Investment Advisory firm - (6/7/2012 Terminated)California
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Contact information
Main Address
6820 Indiana Avenue Suite 230, Riverside, CA 92506
Mailing Address
Phone number
(951) 781-7320
Established
Firm type
Fiscal year end
# of Employees
2
Regulatory assets under management
| Total Number of Accounts | 166 |
| AUM (Assets Under Management) | $ 46,312,850 |
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Company Information
THE LEONARD FINANCIAL GROUP, LLC
Financial PlannerCRD#: 123651Riverside, CA 92506TRUST BUT VERIFY
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