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Sara A. Johnson

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CRD#: 4929363
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Professional summary

Being a previously registered professional could mean that this person is no longer operating under the supervision of the SEC or FINRA.

That means that the Securities and Exchange Commission may not be able to oversee the services that this specific professional is providing.

Sara Averette Johnson, who also goes by Sara Newton Averette, Sara Averette Johnson, Sara Johnson, was a registered financial professional .

Sara is a previously registered financial professional and started their career in finance in 2007. Sara had worked at 5 firms and has passed the Series 66, SIE, Series 31 and Series 7 exams.

Question & Answer

Are you a "fiduciary"?
No

Aliases

Sara Newton Averette | Sara Averette Johnson | Sara Johnson

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.
The advisor shows no other business activity.

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CRS (Client Relationship Summary)

The CRS(Customer Relationship Summary) document is not provided.

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

Past

January 6, 2026 - March 26, 2026

SOUTHSTATE PRIVATE CAPITAL MANAGEMENT LLC

RIA
CRD#: 165306
Richmond, VA
Past

January 1, 2021 - February 27, 2026

SOUTHSTATE ADVISORY, INC.

RIA
CRD#: 153113
Richmond, VA
Past

January 2, 2018 - March 30, 2020

BB&T SECURITIES, LLC

RIA
CRD#: 142785
MECHANICSVILLE, VA
Past

January 2, 2018 - March 30, 2020

BB&T SECURITIES, LLC

BD
CRD#: 142785
MECHANICSVILLE, VA
Past

June 24, 2013 - January 2, 2018

BB&T INVESTMENT SERVICES, INC.

RIA
CRD#: 33856
CHESTER, VA
Past

June 24, 2013 - January 2, 2018

BB&T INVESTMENT SERVICES, INC.

BD
CRD#: 33856
CHESTER, VA
Past

January 2, 2013 - June 7, 2013

BB&T SECURITIES, LLC

RIA
CRD#: 142785
CHARLOTTE, NC
Past

January 2, 2013 - June 7, 2013

BB&T SECURITIES, LLC

BD
CRD#: 142785
CHARLOTTE, NC
Past

August 9, 2011 - January 2, 2013

SCOTT & STRINGFELLOW, LLC

RIA
CRD#: 6255
CHARLOTTE, NC
Past

May 11, 2009 - August 4, 2011

BB&T SECURITIES, LLC

BD
CRD#: 142785
RICHMOND, VA
Past

October 23, 2008 - August 4, 2011

SCOTT & STRINGFELLOW, LLC

RIA
CRD#: 6255
CHARLOTTE, NC
Past

October 8, 2007 - January 2, 2013

SCOTT & STRINGFELLOW, LLC

BD
CRD#: 6255
CHARLOTTE, NC

Primary Firm SEC Registration

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SOUTHSTATE PRIVATE CAPITAL MANAGEMENT LLC
GUARANTY BANK AND TRUST COMPANY | SOUTHSTATE WEALTH | SOUTHSTATE RETIREMENT PLAN SERVICES | SOUTHSTATE PRIVATE CAPITAL MANAGEMENT LLC | PRIVATE CAPITAL MANAGEMENT, LLC | PRIVATE CAPITAL MANAGEMENT | MINIS & COMPANY

CRD#: 165306 / SEC#: 801-77650

RIA
Registered Investment Advisory firm - (2/28/2013 Approved)

State Registrations and Notice Filings

Listed states reflect where the advisor is authorized to serve clients under state regulations.

Visual representation of state registrations

This advisor is not registered in any state.

Exams

State Security Law Exam
RR
IAR
Series 66
Date: 10/20/2008
Uniform Combined State Law Examination
General Industry/Product Exam
RR
SIE
Date: 10/1/2018
Securities Industry Essentials Examination
General Industry/Product Exam
RR
Series 31
Date: 9/12/2011
Futures Managed Funds Examination
General Industry/Product Exam
RR
Series 7
Date: 10/5/2007
General Securities Representative Examination

Current Firm

SP
SOUTHSTATE PRIVATE CAPITAL MANAGEMENT LLC
GUARANTY BANK AND TRUST COMPANY | SOUTHSTATE WEALTH | SOUTHSTATE RETIREMENT PLAN SERVICES | SOUTHSTATE PRIVATE CAPITAL MANAGEMENT LLC | PRIVATE CAPITAL MANAGEMENT, LLC | PRIVATE CAPITAL MANAGEMENT | MINIS & COMPANY

CRD#: 165306 / SEC#: 801-77650

RIA
Registered Investment Advisory firm - (2/28/2013 Approved)
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Contact information

Main Address
520 Gervais Street, Columbia, SC 29201
Mailing Address
Phone number
(803) 231-3492
Established
Firm type
Fiscal year end
# of Employees
38

SEC notice filing (23 States and Territories)

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Documents

Customer Relationship Summary (CRS / SEC)Latest Form ADV

Part 2 Brochures

ADV BROCHURE 2026- ANNUAL (1/30/2026)

Regulatory assets under management

Total Number of Accounts1,583
AUM (Assets Under Management)$ 4,956,973,083

Accountant surprise examination report

Filing DateForm ADV-E CoverForm ADV-E Report
07/29/2025
Cover Page
Report
12/26/2024
Cover Page
Report
01/29/2024
Cover Page
Report
06/22/2023
Cover Page
Report

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Company Information

SOUTHSTATE PRIVATE CAPITAL MANAGEMENT LLC

CRD#: 165306

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