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Whitney L. Bania

THE WEALTHGARDEN F.S.
Fresno, CA
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CRD#: 4866167
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Whitney Light BaniaTHE WEALTHGARDEN F.S.

Professional summary


Whitney Light Bania, who also goes by Whitney Suzanne Light, is a registered financial advisor currently at THE WEALTHGARDEN F.S. LLC located in Fresno, California.

Whitney is registered as an IAR (Investment Advisor Representative) and started their career in finance in 2005. Whitney has worked at 4 firms and has passed the Series 66, Series 65, Series 63, Series 7TO, SIE and Series 7 exams.

At a Glance


Always Fiduciary

Aliases


Whitney Suzanne Light

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. Self Employed Life Insurance Agent. Yes. 1730 E. Holly Ave Suite 838, El Segundo, CA 90245. Life insurance, long-term care, annuities, offered to clients as needed. Partner with an outside insurance brokerage. insurance agent, 1099. 6/1/26. 5 hours a month. 5 hours. When discussing incapacity, disability, and or estate planning with our wealth clients, we may recommend a life insurance, long-term care, or income annuity as part of the overall solution, as needed. 2. Financially Ever After LLC dba Cover Your Assets. investment-related. same address. Certified Divorce Financial Analyst (CDFA) consulting business; CDFA. 6/1/26. 20 hours a month. 10 hours a month. analyze divorcing couples' incomes, assets, expenses, and provide reports to help couples negotiate settlement. 3. Temple Beth Israel, Fresno; 6622 N. Maroa Ave. Fresno, CA 93704; TBI is a reform Jewish congregation; Serve on the Board of Directors as Treasurer as of 07/01/2024; Lead Finance Committee and make recommendations to board on organizational budget 5.00hrs/month; Not during securities trading hours; Not Investment-Related. 4. Temple Beth Israel, Fresno; 6622 N. Maroa Ave. Fresno CA 93704; TBI is a reform Jewish congregation; I am serving as a member of the Finance Committee as of 4/16/24; The committee solves for financial issues such as reconciling the books, setting the budget, and solving for budget problems; 04/16/2024; 3.00hrs/month; Not during securities trading hours; Not Investment-Related

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CRS (Client Relationship Summary) - RIA


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CRS (Customer Relationship Summary)

Certified licenses


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None

Experience


Current

June 1, 2026 - Present

THE WEALTHGARDEN F.S. LLC

RIA
CRD#: 311927
Fresno, CA
Past

April 11, 2023 - June 17, 2026

STIFEL, NICOLAUS & COMPANY, INCORPORATED

RIA
CRD#: 793
FRESNO, CA
Past

March 23, 2023 - June 17, 2026

STIFEL, NICOLAUS & COMPANY, INCORPORATED

BD
CRD#: 793
FRESNO, CA
Past

March 21, 2007 - November 27, 2007

S & Y ASSET MANAGEMENT LLC

RIA
CRD#: 129754
SAN FRANCISCO, CA
Past

August 21, 2006 - November 27, 2007

STONE & YOUNGBERG LLC

RIA
CRD#: 795
SAN FRANCISCO, CA
Past

April 28, 2005 - November 27, 2007

STONE & YOUNGBERG LLC

BD
CRD#: 795
SAN FRANCISCO, CA

Primary Firm SEC Registration


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THE WEALTHGARDEN F.S. LLC
THE WEALTHGARDEN F.S. LLC

CRD#: 311927 / SEC#: 801-129740

RIA
Registered Investment Advisory firm - (3/21/2024 Approved)
California
Registered Investment Advisory firm - (3/13/2025 Terminated)
Texas
Registered Investment Advisory firm - (2/11/2025 Terminated)

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
(6/1/2026)

Exams


State Security Law Exam
RR
IAR
Series 66
Date: 4/10/2023
Uniform Combined State Law Examination
State Security Law Exam
State Security Law Exam
General Industry/Product Exam
RR
Series 7TO
Date: 3/23/2023
General Securities Representative Examination
General Industry/Product Exam
General Industry/Product Exam

Current Firm


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THE WEALTHGARDEN F.S. LLC
THE WEALTHGARDEN F.S. LLC

CRD#: 311927 / SEC#: 801-129740

RIA
Registered Investment Advisory firm - (3/21/2024 Approved)
California
Registered Investment Advisory firm - (3/13/2025 Terminated)
Texas
Registered Investment Advisory firm - (2/11/2025 Terminated)
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Contact information


Main Address
1730 E. Holly Ave Suite 838, El Segundo, CA 90245
Mailing Address
Phone number
(310) 571-8489
Established
Firm type
Fiscal year end
# of Employees
5

SEC notice filing (3 States and Territories)


Documents


Customer Relationship Summary (CRS / SEC)Latest Form ADV

Part 2 Brochures

THE WEALTHGARDEN WRAP BROCHURE (3/9/2026)

Regulatory assets under management


Total Number of Accounts633
AUM (Assets Under Management)$ 227,595,909

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Company Information


THE WEALTHGARDEN F.S. LLC

CRD#: 311927Fresno, CA

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