LS
Lydia C. Stephens
UNITED ADVISOR GROUP
Waverly Hall, GA 31831
Some features on this profile are disabled
CRD#: 5027573
LS
Professional summary
Lydia C Stephens, who also goes by Lydia Copley, Lydia C Stewart, is a registered financial advisor currently at UNITED ADVISOR GROUP located in Waverly Hall, Georgia.
Lydia is registered as an IAR (Investment Advisor Representative) and started their career in finance in 2005. Lydia has worked at 6 firms and has passed the Series 66, SIE and Series 7 exams.
Question & Answer
Are you a "fiduciary"?
Yes
Aliases
Lydia Copley | Lydia C Stewart
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.
CRS (Client Relationship Summary) - RIA
Click below to view Lydia C Stephens's 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®
NoneExperience
Current
August 26, 2025 - Present
UNITED ADVISOR GROUP
Office #1: 280 O'neal Dr., Waverly Hall, GA 31831RIA
CRD#: 324205
Waverly Hall, GA
Past
October 11, 2024 - August 28, 2025
OSAIC WEALTH, INC.
RIA
CRD#: 23131
Waverly Hall, GA
Past
October 11, 2024 - August 28, 2025
OSAIC WEALTH, INC.
BD
CRD#: 23131
Waverly Hall, GA
Past
July 9, 2019 - October 11, 2024
AMERICAN PORTFOLIOS ADVISORS, INC
RIA
CRD#: 112697
HOLBROOK, NY
Past
July 9, 2019 - October 11, 2024
AMERICAN PORTFOLIOS FINANCIAL SERVICES, INC.
BD
CRD#: 18487
Waverly Hall, GA
Past
November 28, 2011 - July 9, 2019
NEXT FINANCIAL GROUP, INC.
RIA
CRD#: 46214
WAVERLY HALL, GA
Past
November 18, 2011 - July 9, 2019
NEXT FINANCIAL GROUP, INC.
BD
CRD#: 46214
WAVERLY HALL, GA
Past
January 18, 2006 - November 22, 2011
MERRILL LYNCH, PIERCE, FENNER & SMITH INCORPORATED
RIA
CRD#: 7691
COLUMBUS, GA
Past
December 8, 2005 - November 22, 2011
MERRILL LYNCH, PIERCE, FENNER & SMITH INCORPORATED
BD
CRD#: 7691
COLUMBUS, GA
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".
UA
UNITED ADVISOR GROUP
ASCENSION FINANCIAL PARTNERS | WEALTH SYNC PARTNERS | WEALTH BY DESIGN | VERTICAL WEALTH PLANNING | UNITED ADVISOR GROUP, LLC | UNITED ADVISOR GROUP | TREVINO FINANCIAL GROUP | TASIK FINANCIAL STRATEGIES | SUNSET WEALTH MANAGEMENT | STRATEGIC FINANCIAL | SORENSEN FINANCIAL | RJ BEUCLER FINANCIAL | RIGHTSELL & COMPANY | PQX PLANNING & WEALTH MANAGEMENT | PLUM CREEK WEALTH ADVISORS | ORCUTT COMPANIES | MUSTARD MONEY, LLC | MURPHY FINANCIAL GROUP | MODERN WEALTH METHODS | MICHIANA FINANCIAL PARTNERS, LLC DBA ZAYA WEALTH | MIAMI VALLEY FINANCIAL PARTNERS | LEGACY WEALTH MANAGEMENT, INC. | LEGACY WEALTH MANAGEMENT | KO-ADVISORS | JOSEPH WEALTH MANAGEMENT | IRONSIDE STRATEGIES | INSIGHT WEALTH MANAGEMENT | FTACEK FINANCIAL SERVICES | FRONTLINE WEALTH CARE | FLAT IRON WEALTH MANAGEMENT | DESERT GROVE INVESTMENTS | CONFIDENCE FINANCIAL | CAPITAL T PARTNERS | BOVE CONNOLLY TAYLOR FINANCIAL GROUP | BHT WEALTH MANAGEMENT | BENEFIT FINANCIAL SERVICES
CRD#: 324205 / SEC#: 801-127090
RIA
Registered Investment Advisory firm - (1/5/2023 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.Highlighted states indicate IAR registrations
IAR
Georgia(8/26/2025)
Exams
State Security Law Exam
General Industry/Product Exam
General Industry/Product Exam
Current Firm
UA
UNITED ADVISOR GROUP
ASCENSION FINANCIAL PARTNERS | WEALTH SYNC PARTNERS | WEALTH BY DESIGN | VERTICAL WEALTH PLANNING | UNITED ADVISOR GROUP, LLC | UNITED ADVISOR GROUP | TREVINO FINANCIAL GROUP | TASIK FINANCIAL STRATEGIES | SUNSET WEALTH MANAGEMENT | STRATEGIC FINANCIAL | SORENSEN FINANCIAL | RJ BEUCLER FINANCIAL | RIGHTSELL & COMPANY | PQX PLANNING & WEALTH MANAGEMENT | PLUM CREEK WEALTH ADVISORS | ORCUTT COMPANIES | MUSTARD MONEY, LLC | MURPHY FINANCIAL GROUP | MODERN WEALTH METHODS | MICHIANA FINANCIAL PARTNERS, LLC DBA ZAYA WEALTH | MIAMI VALLEY FINANCIAL PARTNERS | LEGACY WEALTH MANAGEMENT, INC. | LEGACY WEALTH MANAGEMENT | KO-ADVISORS | JOSEPH WEALTH MANAGEMENT | IRONSIDE STRATEGIES | INSIGHT WEALTH MANAGEMENT | FTACEK FINANCIAL SERVICES | FRONTLINE WEALTH CARE | FLAT IRON WEALTH MANAGEMENT | DESERT GROVE INVESTMENTS | CONFIDENCE FINANCIAL | CAPITAL T PARTNERS | BOVE CONNOLLY TAYLOR FINANCIAL GROUP | BHT WEALTH MANAGEMENT | BENEFIT FINANCIAL SERVICES
CRD#: 324205 / SEC#: 801-127090
RIA
Registered Investment Advisory firm - (1/5/2023 Approved)Upgrade to AdvisorCheck Premium
Get A Biweekly Pulse, AutomaticallyReceive biweekly alerts automatically. Stay informed and proactive.
Catch Firm-Level Red Flags SoonerCatch leadership changes and disclosures early, before issues escalate.
See Trends. Not Just SnapshotsMonitor firm stability metrics like AUM and advisor ratios over time.
Contact information
Main Address
8170 Corporate Park Dr. Suite 300, Cincinnati, OH 45242
Mailing Address
Phone number
(888) 242-4912
Established
Firm type
Fiscal year end
# of Employees
61
SEC notice filing (37 States and Territories)
Regulatory assets under management
| Total Number of Accounts | 5,875 |
| AUM (Assets Under Management) | $ 1,091,628,945 |
Red Flags
Disclosures can be potential red flags, including customer disputes, regulatory fines, employer terminations, bankruptcies, judgments, liens, or certain criminal activities.
Check for any disclosures as part of your thorough research when choosing an advisor.
Company Information
UNITED ADVISOR GROUP
CRD#: 324205Waverly Hall, GA 31831TRUST BUT VERIFY
Monitor Lydia Stephens
Get automatic monthly alerts on:Job or Firm Moves
Licensing Changes
Client Complaints
New Red Flags
Contact Information Updates
