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Russell S. Garrett
CETERA INVESTMENT ADVISERS LLC
LAS VEGAS, NV 89117
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CRD#: 4583529
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Professional summary
Russell Scott Garrett, who also goes by Russell Garrett, Russell S Garrett, is a registered financial advisor currently at CETERA INVESTMENT ADVISERS LLC located in Las Vegas, Nevada and CETERA WEALTH SERVICES, LLC located in Las Vegas, Nevada.
Russell is registered as an IAR (Investment Advisor Representative) and RR (Registered Representative) and started their career in finance in 2017. Russell has worked at 5 firms and has passed the Series 66, SIE and Series 7 exams.
Question & Answer
Are you a "fiduciary"?
Yes
Aliases
Russell Garrett | Russell S Garrett
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.
1) LINDA RUTH LOANE GENERATION SKIPPING TAX EXEMPT TRUST POSITION: Trustee NATURE: Trustee INVESTMENT RELATED: No NUMBER OF HOURS: 0 SECURITIES TRADING HOURS: 0 START DATE: 06/01/2018 ADDRESS: 8687 W Sahara Ave, Suite 201, Las Vegas, NV 89117 DESCRIPTION: Annual preparation of Form 1041 US Income Tax Return for Estates and Trusts. 2) IDS LIVING TRUST POSITION: Trustee NATURE: I'm in charge (trustee) of executing the trust document. The primary responsibility is safeguarding assets and the ultimate distribution to the beneficiaries. INVESTMENT RELATED: No NUMBER OF HOURS: 5 SECURITIES TRADING HOURS: 0 START DATE: 01/29/2019 ADDRESS: 8687 W Sahara Ave, Suite 201, Las Vegas, NV 89117 DESCRIPTION: I'm in charge (trustee) of executing the trust document. The primary responsibility is safeguarding assets and the ultimate distribution to the beneficiaries. 3) JWS, JR. REVOCABLE LIVING TRUST DATED 5/11/2010 POSITION: Trustee NATURE: Trustee INVESTMENT RELATED: No NUMBER OF HOURS: 0 SECURITIES TRADING HOURS: 0 START DATE: 12/07/2016 ADDRESS: 8687 W Sahara Ave, Suite 201, Las Vegas, NV 89117. DESCRIPTION: Annual preparation of Form 1041 US Income Tax Return for Estates and Trusts. 4) RSG FINANCIAL, LLC POSITION: MEMBER NATURE: RSG Financial, LLC handles all of the financial activities of LPL and soon to be Avantax. INVESTMENT RELATED: Yes NUMBER OF HOURS: 90 SECURITIES TRADING HOURS: 60 START DATE: 02/13/2012 ADDRESS: 8687 W SAHARA 201, LAS VEGAS NV 89117 DESCRIPTION: The duties and responsibilities are to provide financial products and services under the guidance and supervision of LPL and soon to be Avantax. 5) RSG CONSULTING, INC POSITION: PRESIDENT NATURE: CPA Practice. Our firm performs attest services (Reviewed and Compiled Financial Statements), Prepare Business, Individual, Fiduciary Tax Returns. In addition, we provide various business consulting services, i.e., internal controls, etc. INVESTMENT RELATED: No NUMBER OF HOURS: 100 SECURITIES TRADING HOURS: 80 START DATE: 05/03/2002 ADDRESS: 8687 W SAHARA 201, LAS VEGAS NV 89117 DESCRIPTION: 1. Business Consulting,2. Preparation of Financial Statements3. Preparation of Forecasted Financial Statements4. Tax Planning5. Preparation of Income Tax Returns 6) SOFOS WEALTH MANAGMENT, LLC POSITION: FINANICAL ADVISOR (50% OWNER) NATURE: Provide investment advice, insurance advice, retirement planning, estate planning, and manage client portfolios. INVESTMENT RELATED: Yes NUMBER OF HOURS: 80 SECURITIES TRADING HOURS: 80 START DATE: 01/13/2025 ADDRESS: 340 E. Warm Springs Rd, #110, Las Vegas NV 89119 DESCRIPTION: Provide investment advice, insurance advice, retirement planning, estate planning, and manage client portfolios. 7) RSG PROFESSIONAL CENTER, LLC POSITION: Manager NATURE: OWNS OWNER OCCUPIED COMMERCIAL REAL ESTATE INVESTMENT RELATED: Yes NUMBER OF HOURS: 2 SECURITIES TRADING HOURS: 0 START DATE: 09/20/2021 ADDRESS: 8687 W SAHARA 201, LAS VEGAS NV 89117 DESCRIPTION: maintain the commercial real estate that my business will operate. The interior improvements are expected to be completed by June of 2022. My office will relocate to this property.
CRS (Client Relationship Summary) - RIA
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Certified licenses
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NoneExperience
Current
September 5, 2025 - Present
CETERA INVESTMENT ADVISERS LLC
Office #1: 7040 Laredo Street Suite B, Las Vegas, NV 89117RIA
CRD#: 105644
LAS VEGAS, NV
Current
September 5, 2025 - Present
CETERA WEALTH SERVICES, LLC
Office #1: 340 E. Warm Springs Rd #110, Las Vegas, NV 89119BD
CRD#: 13572
LAS VEGAS, NV
Past
February 4, 2022 - September 5, 2025
AVANTAX ADVISORY SERVICES
RIA
CRD#: 104556
LAS VEGAS, NV
Past
January 25, 2022 - September 5, 2025
AVANTAX INVESTMENT SERVICES, INC.
BD
CRD#: 13686
LAS VEGAS, NV
Past
February 26, 2018 - February 11, 2022
LPL FINANCIAL LLC
RIA
CRD#: 6413
LAS VEGAS, NV
Past
December 12, 2017 - February 11, 2022
LPL FINANCIAL LLC
BD
CRD#: 6413
LAS VEGAS, NV
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".
CI
CETERA INVESTMENT ADVISERS LLC
CETERA ADVISOR NETWORKS | TERRA FINANCIAL PLANNING GROUP LTD | GENWORTH FINANCIAL ADVISERS CORPORATION | FIRST ALLIED ADVISORY SERVICES | CETERA INVESTMENT ADVISERS LLC | CETERA ADVISORS
CRD#: 105644 / SEC#: 801-20406
RIA
Registered Investment Advisory firm - (1/13/1984 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
Arizona(9/5/2025)
RR
Maine(9/5/2025)
RR
Nevada(9/5/2025)
IAR
Nevada(9/5/2025)
RR
Texas(9/5/2025)
IAR
Texas(9/5/2025)
Exams
State Security Law Exam
General Industry/Product Exam
General Industry/Product Exam
SRO Registrations
RR
FINRA
Current Firm
CI
CETERA INVESTMENT ADVISERS LLC
CETERA ADVISOR NETWORKS | TERRA FINANCIAL PLANNING GROUP LTD | GENWORTH FINANCIAL ADVISERS CORPORATION | FIRST ALLIED ADVISORY SERVICES | CETERA INVESTMENT ADVISERS LLC | CETERA ADVISORS
CRD#: 105644 / SEC#: 801-20406
RIA
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Contact information
Main Address
1450 American Lane 6th Floor, Suite 650, Schaumburg, IL 60173-2096
Mailing Address
Phone number
(310) 257-7880
Established
Firm type
Fiscal year end
# of Employees
7,705
SEC notice filing (53 States and Territories)
Regulatory assets under management
| Total Number of Accounts | 584,487 |
| AUM (Assets Under Management) | $ 163,792,814,520 |
Accountant surprise examination report
| Filing Date | Form ADV-E Cover | Form ADV-E Report |
|---|---|---|
| 10/27/2025 | ||
| 12/13/2024 | ||
| 09/26/2023 | ||
| 11/18/2022 |
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