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Brian K. Scaletta
CETERA INVESTMENT ADVISERS LLC
JOHNSTOWN, PA 15904
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CRD#: 4740462
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Professional summary
Brian Keith Scaletta, who also goes by Brian K Scaletta, Brian Scaletta, is a registered financial advisor currently at CETERA INVESTMENT ADVISERS LLC located in Johnstown, Pennsylvania and CETERA WEALTH SERVICES, LLC located in Johnstown, Pennsylvania.
Brian is registered as an IAR (Investment Advisor Representative) and RR (Registered Representative) and started their career in finance in 2004. Brian has worked at 5 firms and has passed the Series 66, SIE and Series 7 exams.
Question & Answer
Are you a "fiduciary"?
Yes
Aliases
Brian K Scaletta | Brian Scaletta
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) BRIAN SCALETTA POSITION: Musician NATURE: Cajon (percussion) services for acoustic acts, Drum services for bands, Live performances at various venues and provide the necessary instrument INVESTMENT RELATED: No NUMBER OF HOURS: 9 SECURITIES TRADING HOURS: 0 START DATE: 07/22/2023 ADDRESS: 253 Rosewood St, Johnstown PA 15904, United States DESCRIPTION: I play the cajon for acoustic acts, I play the drum set for bands Both involve live performances at various venues in which I provide the necessary instrument/equipment Practice with other musicians involved as necessary 2) SCALETTA CPA & ASSOCIATES, PC POSITION: Vice President NATURE: Tax Services, Payroll tax services, Computerized accounting systems for clients, Business Valuations, Tax planning & consulting services INVESTMENT RELATED: No NUMBER OF HOURS: 0 SECURITIES TRADING HOURS: 0 START DATE: 01/06/2012 ADDRESS: 121 Langhorne Ave., Johnstown PA 15905, United States DESCRIPTION: Tax return preparation Review the work of employee's Tax planning and consulting services. Implementing and maintaining accounting systems, Overseeing the operation of the business 3) SCALETTA FINANCIAL, LLC POSITION: Owner NATURE: Tax Services - Individual, Corporate, Partnership, Fiduciary, and other miscellaneous Payroll Services including live payroll and quarterly payroll tax returns along with W-2's, Computerized accounting systems for clients, Business valuations for company, buy/sell agreements, Tax planning and consulting services INVESTMENT RELATED: Yes NUMBER OF HOURS: 40 SECURITIES TRADING HOURS: 30 START DATE: 09/04/2018 ADDRESS: 121 Langhorne Ave., Johnstown PA 15905, United States DESCRIPTION: Tax Return Preparation & Review, Business Valuations, Tax Planning & Consulting, Computerized accounting systems, Overseeing the operation of the business
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: 1732 Scalp Ave, Johnstown, PA 15904RIA
CRD#: 105644
JOHNSTOWN, PA
Current
September 5, 2025 - Present
CETERA WEALTH SERVICES, LLC
Office #1: 121 Langhorne Ave., Johnstown, PA 15905BD
CRD#: 13572
Johnstown, PA
Past
August 25, 2023 - September 5, 2025
AVANTAX ADVISORY SERVICES
RIA
CRD#: 104556
Johnstown, PA
Past
August 25, 2023 - September 5, 2025
AVANTAX INVESTMENT SERVICES, INC.
BD
CRD#: 13686
Johnstown, PA
Past
March 11, 2004 - August 3, 2023
EQUITY SERVICES, INC.
RIA
CRD#: 265
JOHNSTOWN, PA
Past
January 1, 2004 - August 3, 2023
EQUITY SERVICES, INC.
BD
CRD#: 265
JOHNSTOWN, PA
Primary Firm SEC Registration
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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
Maryland(9/5/2025)
RR
Pennsylvania(9/5/2025)
IAR
Pennsylvania(9/5/2025)
Exams
State Security Law Exam
General Industry/Product Exam
General Industry/Product Exam
SRO Registrations
RR
FINRA
Current Firm
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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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