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Howard Friedman

PRIVATE CLIENT SERVICES
Rockville, MD 20852
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CRD#: 4633986
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Professional summary


Howard Friedman is a registered financial advisor currently at PRIVATE CLIENT SERVICES, LLC located in Rockville, Maryland.

Howard is registered as an IAR (Investment Advisor Representative) and started their career in finance in 2003. Howard has worked at 11 firms and has passed the Series 63, Series 65, SIE, Series 7 and Series 6 exams.

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Question & Answer


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.
1) JACK SHRODER & ASSOCIATES. 3105 SMITH AVENUE, PIKESVILLE, MD 21208. AGENT FOR THE SALES OF MEDICARE PROGRAMS AND RELATED INSURANCES. AGENT. 60 HRS/MO; 40 DURING TRADING HRS. 2) BALTIMORE STEEL KNIFEMAKERS LLC. 3105 SMITH AVENUE, PIKESVILLE, MD 21208. MANUFACTURER OF HANDMADE KNIVES. OWNER OPERATOR. 80 HRS/MO; 40 DURING TRADING HRS.

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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®
None

Experience


Current

July 23, 2020 - Present

PRIVATE CLIENT SERVICES, LLC

Office #1: 1451 Rockville Pike Ste 250, Rockville, MD 20852
RIA
BD
CRD#: 120222
Rockville, MD
Past

June 3, 2020 - July 27, 2020

BRIGHT FUTURES WEALTH MANAGEMENT, LLC

RIA
CRD#: 284920
Pikesville, MD
Past

January 2, 2018 - March 30, 2018

BB&T SECURITIES, LLC

RIA
CRD#: 142785
BALTIMORE, MD
Past

January 2, 2018 - March 30, 2018

BB&T SECURITIES, LLC

BD
CRD#: 142785
BALTIMORE, MD
Past

December 6, 2016 - January 2, 2018

BB&T INVESTMENT SERVICES, INC.

RIA
CRD#: 33856
TIMONIUM, MD
Past

December 6, 2016 - January 2, 2018

BB&T INVESTMENT SERVICES, INC.

BD
CRD#: 33856
TIMONIUM, MD
Past

September 29, 2015 - September 23, 2016

LPL FINANCIAL LLC

RIA
CRD#: 6413
OWINGS MILLS, MD
Past

September 29, 2015 - September 23, 2016

LPL FINANCIAL LLC

BD
CRD#: 6413
OWINGS MILLS, MD
Past

August 10, 2015 - September 4, 2015

CETERA ADVISORS LLC

BD
CRD#: 10299
ROCKVILLE, MD
Past

June 16, 2015 - September 4, 2015

CETERA ADVISORS LLC

RIA
CRD#: 10299
ROCKVILLE, MD
Past

October 5, 2010 - December 22, 2011

EQUITABLE ADVISORS, LLC

RIA
CRD#: 6627
COLUMBIA, MD
Past

October 5, 2010 - December 22, 2011

EQUITABLE ADVISORS, LLC

BD
CRD#: 6627
COLUMBIA, MD
Past

December 1, 2005 - October 14, 2010

MSI FINANCIAL SERVICES, INC.

RIA
CRD#: 14251
WESTMINSTER, MD
Past

December 1, 2005 - July 9, 2007

METROPOLITAN LIFE INSURANCE COMPANY

BD
CRD#: 4095
COLUMBIA, MD
Past

December 1, 2005 - October 14, 2010

MSI FINANCIAL SERVICES, INC.

BD
CRD#: 14251
WESTMINSTER, MD
Past

April 10, 2003 - December 31, 2005

CITISTREET FINANCIAL SERVICES LLC

RIA
CRD#: 107311
COLUMBIA, MD
Past

March 10, 2003 - December 31, 2005

CITISTREET EQUITIES LLC

BD
CRD#: 7447
SOMERSET, NJ

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".
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PRIVATE CLIENT SERVICES, LLC
AFFIANCE FINANCIAL | WEALTHHYVE ADVISORS | US PLANNING GROUP | SILVERLEAF WEALTH ADVISORY | PRIVATE CLIENT SERVICES, LLC | PCS ADVISORS | MCGILL FINANCIAL ENSEMBLE | MARION INVESTMENT ADVISORS | LINDLE HENNESSEY GROUP | KFG PRIVATE CLIENT SERVICES, LLC | KENTUCKY FINANCIAL GROUP | J&G FINANCIAL | IMPACT WEALTH GROUP | IARANN WEALTH | HERITAGE WEALTH GROUP | HAFELE INVESTMENTS | FIORI FINANCIAL | FINANCIAL CONSULTANTS GROUP | EVERGREEN STRATEGIC WEALTH | ENTHEOS FINANCIAL | DUNCAN AND HARDIN FINANCIAL | DUGAN FINANCIAL SERVICES | BURKE FINANCIAL SERVICES | BRIGHTLINE FINANCIAL | BLUE OCEAN GLOBAL WEALTH

CRD#: 120222 / SEC#: 801-71475, 8-68183

RIA
Registered Investment Advisory firm - SEC (5/25/2010 Approved)
Delaware
Registered Investment Advisory firm - SEC (12/31/2010 Terminated)
Florida
Registered Investment Advisory firm - SEC (12/31/2010 Terminated)
Georgia
Registered Investment Advisory firm - SEC (12/31/2010 Terminated)
Indiana
Registered Investment Advisory firm - SEC (6/1/2010 Terminated)
Kentucky
Registered Investment Advisory firm - SEC (6/4/2010 Terminated)
Mississippi
Registered Investment Advisory firm - SEC (12/31/2010 Terminated)
New Jersey
Registered Investment Advisory firm - SEC (6/1/2010 Terminated)
New York
Registered Investment Advisory firm - SEC (6/1/2010 Terminated)
North Carolina
Registered Investment Advisory firm - SEC (6/1/2010 Terminated)
North Dakota
Registered Investment Advisory firm - SEC (7/5/2018 Approved)
Ohio
Registered Investment Advisory firm - SEC (6/1/2010 Terminated)
Tennessee
Registered Investment Advisory firm - SEC (6/1/2010 Terminated)
Texas
Registered Investment Advisory firm - SEC (12/9/2011 Terminated)
Virginia
Registered Investment Advisory firm - SEC (12/31/2010 Terminated)
Wisconsin
Registered Investment Advisory firm - SEC (12/31/2010 Terminated)
BD
Broker-Dealer Firm Regulated by FINRA (Chicago district office)

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
Florida
(8/23/2024)
IAR
Maryland
(7/23/2020)

Exams


State Security Law Exam
RR
Series 63
Date: 2/8/2016
Uniform Securities Agent State Law Examination
State Security Law Exam
General Industry/Product Exam
General Industry/Product Exam
General Industry/Product Exam

Current Firm


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PRIVATE CLIENT SERVICES, LLC
AFFIANCE FINANCIAL | WEALTHHYVE ADVISORS | US PLANNING GROUP | SILVERLEAF WEALTH ADVISORY | PRIVATE CLIENT SERVICES, LLC | PCS ADVISORS | MCGILL FINANCIAL ENSEMBLE | MARION INVESTMENT ADVISORS | LINDLE HENNESSEY GROUP | KFG PRIVATE CLIENT SERVICES, LLC | KENTUCKY FINANCIAL GROUP | J&G FINANCIAL | IMPACT WEALTH GROUP | IARANN WEALTH | HERITAGE WEALTH GROUP | HAFELE INVESTMENTS | FIORI FINANCIAL | FINANCIAL CONSULTANTS GROUP | EVERGREEN STRATEGIC WEALTH | ENTHEOS FINANCIAL | DUNCAN AND HARDIN FINANCIAL | DUGAN FINANCIAL SERVICES | BURKE FINANCIAL SERVICES | BRIGHTLINE FINANCIAL | BLUE OCEAN GLOBAL WEALTH

CRD#: 120222 / SEC#: 801-71475, 8-68183

RIA
Registered Investment Advisory firm - SEC (5/25/2010 Approved)
Delaware
Registered Investment Advisory firm - SEC (12/31/2010 Terminated)
Florida
Registered Investment Advisory firm - SEC (12/31/2010 Terminated)
Georgia
Registered Investment Advisory firm - SEC (12/31/2010 Terminated)
Indiana
Registered Investment Advisory firm - SEC (6/1/2010 Terminated)
Kentucky
Registered Investment Advisory firm - SEC (6/4/2010 Terminated)
Mississippi
Registered Investment Advisory firm - SEC (12/31/2010 Terminated)
New Jersey
Registered Investment Advisory firm - SEC (6/1/2010 Terminated)
New York
Registered Investment Advisory firm - SEC (6/1/2010 Terminated)
North Carolina
Registered Investment Advisory firm - SEC (6/1/2010 Terminated)
North Dakota
Registered Investment Advisory firm - SEC (7/5/2018 Approved)
Ohio
Registered Investment Advisory firm - SEC (6/1/2010 Terminated)
Tennessee
Registered Investment Advisory firm - SEC (6/1/2010 Terminated)
Texas
Registered Investment Advisory firm - SEC (12/9/2011 Terminated)
Virginia
Registered Investment Advisory firm - SEC (12/31/2010 Terminated)
Wisconsin
Registered Investment Advisory firm - SEC (12/31/2010 Terminated)
BD
Broker-Dealer Firm Regulated by FINRA (Chicago district office)
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Contact information


Main Address
2225 Lexington Rd., Louisville, KY 40206
Mailing Address
2225 Lexington Rd., Louisville, KY 40206
Phone number
(502) 451-0600
Established
Kentucky since 02/05/2001
Firm type
Limited Liability Company
Fiscal year end
December
Firm Size
Large
# of Employees
60

SEC notice filing (51 States and Territories)


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FINRA licenses (52 States and Territories)


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Documents


Customer Relationship Summary (CRS / SEC)Customer Relationship Summary (CRS / FINRA)Latest Form ADV

Part 2 Brochures

BROCHURE SUPPLEMENT FORM ADV2B STEVEN MILLS (3/21/2025)

Direct owners and executive officers


NamePositionCRD#
KFG ENTERPRISES, INC.SHAREHOLDER
PRIVATE CLIENT SERVICES EMP STOCK OWNERSHIP PLAN & TRUSTESOP TRUST
GRAHAM, TIMOTHY DALEYPRESIDENT4461811
IRONSIDE, JULIA MEYERFINOP2441578
MILLS, STEVEN RICHARDCHIEF OPERATIONS OFFICER3133520
SAMPSON, ERNEST AUBREYMANAGING MEMBER, ESOP TRUSTEE2001651
TAYLOR-JONES, JOHN PHILIPCHIEF COMPLIANCE OFFICER2171620
WESCOTT, MARY ELIZABETHCHIEF ADMINISTRATION OFFICER4404797

Regulatory assets under management


Total Number of Accounts3,271
AUM (Assets Under Management)$ 1,051,273,980

Disclosures


Regulatory Event1

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Company Information


PRIVATE CLIENT SERVICES, LLC

CRD#: 120222Rockville, MD 20852

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