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Ryan Takeshi Miyamoto

Ryan T. Miyamoto

DERIVE WEALTH
Pasadena, CA 91101
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CRD#: 4821402
Ryan Takeshi Miyamoto

Professional summary


Ryan Takeshi Miyamoto, CFP®, who also goes by Ryan T. Miyamoto, is a registered financial advisor currently at DERIVE WEALTH located in Pasadena, California.

Ryan is registered as an IAR (Investment Advisor Representative) and started their career in finance in 2004. Ryan has worked at 9 firms and has passed the Series 66, SIE and Series 7 exams.

Biography


Our modern approach to financial planning and investment management is driven by 8 principles: Independent Firm: Our clients sit in the drivers seat Family Office: Get to know what shapes the advice you receive No Commissions: We don't sell any products Full Transparency: Upfront pricing Flat Fee Pricing: No percentage based fees/rising fees Technology Suite: On-demand communication and investment access Real World Experience: Learn from others in your similar situation Fiduciary Duty: We are legally responsible for the advice we give
top-8-questions

Question & Answer


What are your service offerings?
Retirement Planning
Small Business Planning
Comprehensive Financial Planni...
Tax Planning
Investment Planning
Insurance Planning
Do you have an area of expertise or specialization?
Business Owners
Fixed Fee (Subscription, Retai...
High Net Worth Client Needs
Investment Advice with Ongoing...
Retirement Plan Investment Adv...
Tax Planning
Are you a "fiduciary"?
Yes

Aliases


Ryan T. Miyamoto

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.
2020-Present: Mr. Miyamoto is Managing Director of Stashclass LLC and conducts personal finance educational classes and courses. Stashclass is investment-related and helps individuals and families understand their personal finances through educational content. Classes and courses are strictly educational, with no offerings of products or services. Approximately 1 hour per month is devoted to Stashclass and 0 hours during trading hours. Stashclass is located at 2135 Huntington Dr. Ste. 201E San Marino, CA 91108.

Blog Corner


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: 2007

Experience


Current

August 8, 2016 - Present

DERIVE WEALTH

Office #1: 35 North Lake Ave. Suite 710, Pasadena, CA 91101Office #2: 2135 Huntington Drive Suite 201e, San Marino, CA 91108
RIA
CRD#: 284619
Pasadena, CA
Past

September 8, 2010 - July 29, 2016

USAA FINANCIAL PLANNING SERVICES

RIA
CRD#: 106352
LOS ANGELES, CA
Past

September 8, 2010 - July 29, 2016

USAA FINANCIAL ADVISORS, INC.

BD
CRD#: 129035
LOS ANGELES, CA
Past

October 21, 2008 - September 30, 2010

UNITED CAPITAL FINANCIAL ADVISORS

RIA
CRD#: 134600
SAN DIEGO, CA
Past

October 17, 2008 - August 20, 2010

GIRARD SECURITIES, INC.

BD
CRD#: 18697
SAN DIEGO, CA
Past

August 8, 2006 - October 17, 2008

COMMONWEALTH FINANCIAL NETWORK

BD
CRD#: 8032
LA JOLLA, CA
Past

April 4, 2006 - July 21, 2006

VOYA FINANCIAL ADVISORS, INC.

RIA
CRD#: 2882
DEL MAR, CA
Past

March 2, 2006 - July 21, 2006

VOYA FINANCIAL ADVISORS, INC.

BD
CRD#: 2882
DEL MAR, CA
Past

October 5, 2004 - August 31, 2005

AMERIPRISE FINANCIAL SERVICES, LLC

RIA
CRD#: 6363
SAN DIEGO, CA
Past

September 24, 2004 - August 31, 2005

IDS LIFE INSURANCE COMPANY

BD
CRD#: 6321
MINNEAPOLIS, MN
Past

September 24, 2004 - August 31, 2005

AMERIPRISE FINANCIAL SERVICES, LLC

BD
CRD#: 6363
MINNEAPOLIS, MN

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".
DERIVE WEALTH
DERIVE WEALTH
DERIVE WEALTH | DERIVE WEALTH LLC

CRD#: 284619 / SEC#: 801-132085

RIA
Registered Investment Advisory firm - (3/4/2025 Approved)
California
Registered Investment Advisory firm - (4/9/2025 Terminated)
Texas
Registered Investment Advisory firm - (8/27/2021 Conditional Restricted)

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
(8/8/2016)
IAR
Texas
(8/27/2021)

Exams


State Security Law Exam
RR
IAR
Series 66
Date: 10/4/2004
Uniform Combined State Law Examination
General Industry/Product Exam
General Industry/Product Exam

Current Firm


DERIVE WEALTH
DERIVE WEALTH
DERIVE WEALTH | DERIVE WEALTH LLC

CRD#: 284619 / SEC#: 801-132085

RIA
Registered Investment Advisory firm - (3/4/2025 Approved)
California
Registered Investment Advisory firm - (4/9/2025 Terminated)
Texas
Registered Investment Advisory firm - (8/27/2021 Conditional Restricted)
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Contact information


Main Address
35 North Lake Ave. Suite 710, Pasadena, CA 91101
Mailing Address
35 North Lake Avenue Suite 710, Pasadena, CA 91101
Phone number
(626) 800-3864
Established
Firm type
Fiscal year end
# of Employees
2

SEC notice filing (3 States and Territories)


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Documents


Customer Relationship Summary (CRS / SEC)Latest Form ADV

Part 2 Brochures

DERIVE WEALTH FORM ADV PART 2 - 20250131 IND (1/31/2025)

Regulatory assets under management


Total Number of Accounts284
AUM (Assets Under Management)$ 112,600,000

Red Flags


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Company Information


DERIVE WEALTH

DERIVE WEALTH

CRD#: 284619Pasadena, CA 91101

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