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Marcus J. Hernandez

KESTRA ADVISORY SERVICES
Poland, OH
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CRD#: 4902687
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Professional summary


Marcus John Hernandez, who also goes by Marcus J Hernandez, Marcus John Hernandez, Marcus Hernandez, Marcus A Hernandez, is a registered financial advisor currently at KESTRA ADVISORY SERVICES, LLC located in Poland, Ohio and KESTRA INVESTMENT SERVICES, LLC located in Warren, Ohio.

Marcus is registered as an IAR (Investment Advisor Representative) and RR (Registered Representative) and started their career in finance in 2005. Marcus has worked at 7 firms and has passed the Series 65, Series 63, SIE, Series 7, Series 6 and Series 26 exams.

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Question & Answer


Are you a "fiduciary"?
Yes

Aliases


Marcus J Hernandez | Marcus John Hernandez | Marcus Hernandez | Marcus A Hernandez

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.
Business Name: Cabot Family Office Investment Related: Yes Address: 25 Audubon lane Poland OH 44514 Nature of Business: Registered Rep Activities through Kestra Investment Services, LLC using a DBA name; Insurance; Investment Advisory services through Kestra Advisory Services, LLC Position, Title or Relationship: Owner & Financial advisor Start Date: 2/27/2019 Hours per month: 100%+ (More than 160 hours) Hours per month during trading hours: Up to 100% (0 to 160 hours) Duties: I meet with all of our clients and provide financial planning, and investment advise.Business Name: Foundation Fuente De Amor Investment Related: No Address: 120 Briaiwood circle Hollywood FL 33024 Nature of Business: Board Position (Board of Directors, Board of Trustees, etc.); Community/Charitable/Civic Volunteer (Non-Leadership Position) Position, Title or Relationship: President of the board. Start Date: 6/15/2016 Hours per month: 0% - 10% (0 - 16 hours) Hours per month during trading hours: 0% - 10% (0 - 14 hours) Duties: I help in organization and planning of the non-profit. I do not handle any finances.Business Name: Kestra Advisory Services LLC Investment Related: Yes Address: 5707 Southwest Parkway Bldg. 2, Ste 400 Austin TX 78735 Nature of Business: Investment Advisory services through Kestra Advisory Services, LLC Position, Title or Relationship: IAR Start Date: 2/27/2019 Hours per month: 100%+ (More than 160 hours) Hours per month during trading hours: Up to 100% (0 to 160 hours) Duties: IAR

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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

March 13, 2019 - Present

KESTRA ADVISORY SERVICES, LLC

RIA
CRD#: 283330
Poland, OH
Current

February 28, 2019 - Present

KESTRA INVESTMENT SERVICES, LLC

BD
CRD#: 42046
Warren, OH
Past

January 7, 2011 - February 6, 2019

MERRILL LYNCH, PIERCE, FENNER & SMITH INCORPORATED

RIA
CRD#: 7691
HERMITAGE, PA
Past

January 6, 2011 - February 6, 2019

MERRILL LYNCH, PIERCE, FENNER & SMITH INCORPORATED

BD
CRD#: 7691
HERMITAGE, PA
Past

March 10, 2010 - December 10, 2010

EVOLVE INVESTMENT ADVISORS

RIA
CRD#: 131714
AUSTIN, TX
Past

March 10, 2010 - December 10, 2010

EVOLVE SECURITIES, INC.

BD
CRD#: 127474
YOUNGSTOWN, OH
Past

October 8, 2009 - December 21, 2009

FIRST MIDWEST SECURITIES, INC.

RIA
CRD#: 21786
YOUNGSTOWN, OH
Past

March 11, 2009 - December 21, 2009

FIRST MIDWEST SECURITIES, INC.

BD
CRD#: 21786
YOUNGSTOWN, OH
Past

April 21, 2005 - February 26, 2009

WORLD GROUP SECURITIES, INC.

BD
CRD#: 114473
YOUNGSTOWN, OH

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".
KA
KESTRA ADVISORY SERVICES, LLC
KESTRA ADVISORY SERVICES, LLC | NFP ADVISOR SERVICES LLC

CRD#: 283330 / SEC#: 801-56126

RIA
Registered Investment Advisory firm - (12/31/1998 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
California
(3/26/2019)
RR
Florida
(9/14/2020)
RR
Illinois
(4/15/2019)
RR
Michigan
(9/26/2024)
RR
New Hampshire
(5/19/2025)
RR
North Carolina
(4/16/2019)
IAR
Ohio
(3/13/2019)
RR
Ohio
(3/25/2019)
RR
Pennsylvania
(4/22/2019)
IAR
Texas
(10/6/2023)
RR
Texas
(10/10/2023)
RR
Utah
(2/16/2021)

Exams


State Security Law Exam
IAR
Series 65
Date: 10/23/2008
Uniform Investment Adviser Law Examination
State Security Law Exam
General Industry/Product Exam
General Industry/Product Exam
General Industry/Product Exam
Principal/Supervisory Exam
SRO Registrations
RR
FINRA

Current Firm


KA
KESTRA ADVISORY SERVICES, LLC
KESTRA ADVISORY SERVICES, LLC | NFP ADVISOR SERVICES LLC

CRD#: 283330 / SEC#: 801-56126

RIA
Registered Investment Advisory firm - (12/31/1998 Approved)
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Contact information


Main Address
5707 Southwest Parkway Building 2, Suite 400, Austin, TX 78735
Mailing Address
Phone number
(844) 553-7872
Established
Firm type
Fiscal year end
# of Employees
1,299

SEC notice filing (53 States and Territories)


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Documents


Customer Relationship Summary (CRS / SEC)Latest Form ADV

Part 2 Brochures

KESTRA ADVISORY SERVICES, LLC BROCHURE (RETAIL CLIENTS) (10/21/2025)

Regulatory assets under management


Total Number of Accounts155,482
AUM (Assets Under Management)$ 60,174,309,829

Accountant surprise examination report


Filing DateForm ADV-E CoverForm ADV-E Report
12/23/2024
Cover Page
10/20/2023
12/21/2022

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Company Information


KESTRA ADVISORY SERVICES, LLC

CRD#: 283330Poland, OH

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